Six Reasons Why You’ll Need a Licensed Real Estate Agent When You Buy or Sell a House

Are you in the market to buy or sell a home? If so, you may be wondering whether to work with a real estate agent or not. While saving on the commission might sound tempting, it can cost you later.

Here are six reasons to choose a real estate agent the next time you buy or sell a home.

#1: Agents Get The Best Price

If you’re trying to buy or sell on your own, it’s going to cost you. When buying, real estate agents are able to tap into market data to know the best price to bid. When selling, they can use this same data to ensure you ask for the highest reasonable price.

#2: Agents Know The Market

Is now the best time to buy or sell? You might not be sure, but a real estate agent will know. They have daily access to local market trends that outsiders can’t see. And since they’re working in your market each day, they can get a sense for what’s coming.

#3: Agents Know How To Negotiate

Are you a strong negotiator? If not, you’ll want to let your real estate agent take care of the negotiations. Remember, the other party in the transaction is likely to have an agent. So, without one of your own, you’ll be up against a skilled negotiator with no backup.

#4: Agents Have The Time And You Don’t

Let’s face it: you’re busy. Unless you’re going to take a vacation to deal with your real estate transaction, you don’t have the time. Real estate agents spend all their time working on their client properties. They make the time to handle inspections, negotiations and other activities.

#5: Agents Know What To Look For

If you’re buying or selling for the first time, you’ll definitely want to contract an agent. They know how to spot deficiencies in the house or property. Their experience allows them to see problems that you might not spot on your own. And they’ll know what needs to be fixed and what can wait until later.

#6: Agents Can Deal With The Paperwork

Do you love dealing with contracts, legal forms and other paperwork? If not, this might be reason enough to work with a real estate agent. They will take care of all the necessary paperwork for your purchase or sale. And if you’ve ever participated in a real estate transaction before, you know there’s a LOT to deal with. Leave this to your agent so you can focus on more fun activities.

The above are just six of the (many) reasons to work with a real estate professional. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, give me a call.  I help home buyers buy homes and home sellers sell homes 70 hours a week, 52 weeks a year – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.

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1509 W Kiowa Avenue Mesa, AZ 85202

$819,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,750 SqFt

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MLS # 6762417

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Step into this beautifully remodeled home where every detail is designed for luxury and entertainment. This corner lot home has only one neighbor and is everything but ordinary! The HIGHLY desirable Dobson Ranch community is a picturesque, master-planned community built around scenic lakes and filled with top-notch amenities: multiple pools, tennis courts, parks, and walking trails, along with an 18-hole golf course- which is VIEWABLE from this homes very back yard!! The MAIN house boasts 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms, while the attached, private 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom CASITA offers the perfect retreat for guests or family. Entire home is porcelain and travertine tile, no carpet. CASITA is a completely self containing home on its own with 1 ton wall unit for heating/cooling, washer/dryer, bidet and even RO just like main house. Your primary suite has it's OWN additional room to use as an office, workout or lounging space. En Suite bathroom has modern upgrades, dual sinks and walk in shower. Your chef's kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring stainless appliances-including not 1, but 2 FULL-SIZE refrigerators! Yes,you read that right...2! An apron-style under-mount sink with upgrades like a glass rinser, RO, a sleek low-profile hood, built-in microwave at an accessible height, and an abundance of soft-close cabinets. The stunning counters, Delta Terra QUARTZ **book-matched for symmetry and flow** featuring 3 waterfall edges-- true conversation starter!! Adjacent to the kitchen, the matching wet bar elevates the space with a pull-down faucet, reverse osmosis system, on demand hot water, dual fridges, and an ice maker, all perfectly placed around a cozy wood burning dual sided fireplace. Your open floor plan has breathtaking vaulted ceilings and overlooks the backyard from every window. Outside, the entertainer's dream continues with an expansive backyard, a large diving pool, mature hedges and ample space for gatherings or future backyard projects. This home is the perfect blend of modern style and functionality, and is situated on a golf course corner lot... Curious yet? Come check it out in person, you won't want to leave!

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2955 E Appaloosa Road Gilbert, AZ 85296

$819,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,525 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6766666

Property Type Single Family Residence

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You'll love this STUNNING Crafstman-style home in Morrison Ranch that offers 3 bedrooms plus a den with double doors and 2.5 baths in 2525 SqFt. Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained by the original owners, this home offers custom details throughout. The gourmet kitchen features upgraded espresso cabinetry, granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances including a gas cooktop and wall ovens, a large walk-in pantry, and an island with breakfast bar and pendant lighting. The great room and dining area have tons of natural light thanks to added windows above and below the regular windows. Sliding doors lead out to the covered patio with a gas stub for your BBQ, extended paver patio with pergola covering, and a great backyard with artificial turf for kids and pets to play on, raised planter beds, and only single story neighbors. Split bedroom layout. The primary suite offers a spa-like bath with dual sink vanity, large soaking tub with tile surround, deluxe double tiled shower with bench seating and multiple shower heads, and a walk-in closet with a convenient door into a spacious laundry room with cabinets & shelving. Two secondary bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bath with double sinks, and there's also an additional powder room for guests. Other features include mud room, designer lighting fixtures and ceiling fans, upgraded tile floors throughout living areas and baths, and a 3 car tandem garage.

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8061 W Carlota Lane Peoria, AZ 85383

$819,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,946 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6782788

Property Type Single Family Residence

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NEW HVAC ROOF WATER HEATER! NEW KITCHEN APPLIANCES! Fletcher Heights 4-bed with BONUS 5th room office, 2.5-bath home offers a perfect blend of luxury and practicality. Set on a spacious 11,017 sq ft corner lot, it boasts a 4-BAY GARAGE with an AIR CONDITIONED WORKSHOP, soaring ceilings, engineered HARDWOOD, and neutral tile. The kitchen features NEW BOSCH appliances, a walk-in pantry, NEW APPLIANCES. The backyard is an entertainer's dream with a HEATED POOL & SPA, real GRASS, CITRUS trees. Recent upgrades include a NEW 2024 TRANE HVAC, 2022 water heater, and 2021 roof. The luxurious primary suite offers a walk-in, roll-in shower. Move-in ready and waiting for you!

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17847 E Paria Canyon Drive Rio Verde, AZ 85263

$819,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,948 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6765542

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome to your new home in the beautiful Resort Community of Trilogy at Verde River. This meticulously crafted home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed layout boasting 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite featuring a contemporary barn door for added elegance and privacy. Need a third bedroom? The versatile den with doors provides the ideal space to accommodate your needs. Every corner of this residence exudes sophistication, with remodeled bathrooms showcasing sleek finishes and updated plumbing fixtures, while the neutral color palette throughout creates a serene atmosphere that effortlessly complements any decor style. For the culinary enthusiast, the gourmet kitchen awaits, updated cabinet door fronts with hardware, and a gourmet kitchen package that will inspire your inner chef. Car enthusiasts will appreciate the convenience of the attached 2-car garage, offering ample space for parking and storage. And when it's time to unwind, the breathtaking views of Four Peaks Mountain from your own backyard provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation and rejuvenation. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning property your ownschedule a showing today and experience luxury living at its finest! Trilogy at Verde River is a Resort Style community featuring something for everyone! Tom Lehman designed golf course, tennis, pickle ball, bocce ball, heated lap pool and swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, demonstration kitchen and a 7.5 acre dog park. The community center has casual and fine dining, luxury spa and an events center. Trilogy at Verde River is adjacent to the Tonto National Forest and is situated in the middle of miles and miles of hiking and biking trails yet close to the conveniences of affluent North Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Fountain Hills. Live like you're on vacation!!

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22838 N De La Guerra Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375

$819,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,784 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6689724

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Golf Course 13th fairway Beauty w/3 a true car garage & courtyard. Upscale Figueroa Model, nestled in a desirable interior location of Corte Bella w/10 ft ceilings, 8ft interior doors, 2 Suites, office/den and 1/2 bath. Kitchen breakfast nook w/a view of the golf course + formal dining in the oversided great room. Butler pantry including beverage cooler, walk-in pantry/torage closet & huge laundry room w/cabinets galore! Kitchen has a huge island w/prep sink, plenty of counter & cabinet space. Top of the line, stainless steel appliances, counter depth fridge, breakfast nook. Massive outdoor living space designed for daily enjoyment & entertaining. Enjoy the colorful AZ sunset year around. Some furniture available outside of escrow. Corte Bella Country Club is 45+ is a guard-gated Del Webb community. Offering 2 restaurants & bars, a fitness center, heated pool & spa, locker and shower rooms, day spa, tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, social HOA activities and planned excursions and special interest clubs. Corte Bella Golf Club is a semi-private club. Corte Bella residents may NOT use the recreation facilities in Sun City West but may play golf on the SCW public golf courses. Corte Bella is well known for its award-winning golf course, restaurant, and amenities.

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2318 E Carlise Road Phoenix, AZ 85086

$819,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,987 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6711439

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Outstanding Santa Fe style home on acre plus loaded with space and privacy! Located in the desirable east Desert Hills on private dead-end road, this property has city water and no HOA! Walking distance to Cave Creek Regional Park trails. Large Master bedroom with gas fireplace, personal exit to back patio, and beautiful travertine accented bathroom with jet tub. Guest quarters with private exit to rear patio. Two additional bedrooms share a Jack and Jill style bath. Wide open living room floor plan with gas fireplace. New carpet and window coverings throughout home. This large property is a blank canvas for a pool, horse setup or workshop. Plenty of storage space with 4 car garage. Covered back patio faces North with a gas fireplace. New Trane AC Unit's installed 12/2018.

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22462 N 80th Lane Peoria, AZ 85383

$819,000

5 Beds

2 Baths

2,824 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6760556

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Your dream home is finally here! This beautiful 5-bedroom, 2-bath residence boasts a 3-car garage, an RV gate, and an impeccably designed front yard. Inside, you'll find a living/dining room with high ceilings and stone tile flooring. You'll also find a dry bar perfect for entertaining. The spacious great room boasts classic plantation shutters and a surround sound home theater system. Kitchen equipped with quartz counters, white shaker cabinetry, chic pendant lighting, stainless steel appliances, and a center island with a breakfast bar. The main bedroom offers wood flooring, an ensuite with dual sinks, and a walk-in closet. Gorgeous Backyard for entertaining features a pool with a fountain, built in gas grill, gas fire pit, and an in-ground trampoline. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets in the enchanting backyard, showcasing a covered patio, pristine artificial turf, a shed for added storage, a warm firepit, a built-in BBQ, and a sparkling pool for endless summer fun. This gem will sell fast!

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6439 E Presidio Road Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$819,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,560 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6796098

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Step into unparalleled design with this one-of-a-kind, newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, offering 1,560 sq. ft. of serene, minimalist luxury in the coveted 85254 zip code. Showcasing the First Wabi-Sabi Scandinavian Design in the area, this home redefines contemporary living with its harmonious blend of clean, minimal aesthetics and inviting warmth. This exquisite finish is complemented by natural wood accents and rattan light fixtures, adding texture and depth to the warm, curated aesthetic. The kitchen is a true masterpiece, with flat-panel walnut cabinetry, high-end matte white appliances, and antique brass hardware, striking the perfect balance between modern sophistication and natural charm. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Scottsdale luxury!

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312 E Windsor Avenue Unit 4 Phoenix, AZ 85004

Open House

$819,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,200 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6652432

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

Our eyes are made to see forms in light: light and shade reveal these forms. Rising like the sun over Midtown Phoenix is Soleil. Inspired by Original Modernism; built for connoisseurs of live, work, play. There's a renaissance going on in PHX and you can be close to it all. Uber or light rail yourself to 3 rd Street Promenade and into secluded hidey holes! And when you need to unwind? You're 15 minutes away from exciting, desert hiking trails. It's here you'll witness sun-setting colors pour and splash themselves all over the Sonoran Desert.

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854 W Mesquite Street Gilbert, AZ 85233

New

$818,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,979 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6814038

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Beautiful single-level 4-bedroom, 2.5- bathroom home with Pool. 3-car garage and RV gate on a large lot in a prime Gilbert location! Fresh interior paint, new carpet and NEW ROOF! High ceilings! Large kitchen island that opens to both the family and the eating area for an open layout perfect for gathering. kitchen has generous cabinet space and a pantry, the kitchen features, granite countertops, refaced cabinets with pull-out shelves and an eating area, brand new cooktop, and a fireplace. Extra-large primary bedroom with backyard access, walk-in closet, and a beautifully updated bathroom. Outside you can relax on the patio or multiple seating areas as kids play in the sparkling pool.

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29214 N 19th Lane Phoenix, AZ 85085

$816,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,550 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6789501

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

This gorgeous haven is thoughtfully designed for easy living & style! Starting with a 3-car garage, paver driveway, timeless stone accents, & a gated courtyard. Beautifully upgraded interior boasts clean lines that promote a modern feel! You'll LOVE the bright living room & the open den that can be convereted into an office or formal dining room. Gourmet kitchen comes complete with recessed lighting, abundant cabinetry adorned with crown moulding, a two-tier island with a breakfast bar, granite counters, a walk-in pantry, & top-of-the-line SS appliances such as a wall oven & cooktop electric. Impeccable primary retreat showcases plush carpet, an elegant ensuite with two vanities, a make-up desk, soaking tub, & a walk-in closet. The bonus room is excellent for a media room or 4th bedroom. Relaxing backyard provides a covered patio & a pergola where you can enjoy morning coffee, read a book, or simply unwind in the peaceful surroundings. This incredible home will surely impress you!

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2921 E Lexington Avenue Gilbert, AZ 85234

$816,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,784 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6797264

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Beautiful single story home in the highly sought after Higley Groves West neighborhood within the Morrison Ranch community. Nestled in tree-lined streets, this home has an open floor plan with 4 beds & 2.5 baths. A split master bedroom with a large walk-in closet, and spacious secondary bedrooms. Kitchen has granite counters and two pantries with plenty of storage. A formal living and dining room, that flows in to the family room. The backyard has a play pool, lots of yard space, and mature citrus trees. The 3rd car garage is insulated and temperature controlled with heating and air conditioning, which makes it the perfect hobby or storage room. It's in a prime location within the Gilbert School District, close to SanTan mall, the 60 and 202 freeways, and plenty of shopping.

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