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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17931 N 93rd Way Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$799,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,912 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6762059

Property Type Townhouse

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Welcome to this stylish townhouse in the highly sought-after DC Ranch community! Recently upgraded with new LVP flooring, fresh carpet, and a fresh coat of paint throughout, this home perfectly balances modern elegance and comfort. The kitchen boasts new countertops, a stunning backsplash, and a brand-new sink and faucet, complemented by a contemporary dining room with new light fixture. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from your private balcony off the master suite, complete with generous walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath, with both a separate tub and shower. Also upstairs, you will find a versatile flex room with a built-in desk - perfect for your home office. Step outside to one of the largest outdoor patios in the community, paved and ready for entertaining. This gated enclave features just 38 homes and includes access to a community pool, plus the Desert Camp Community Center which includes a fitness center, basketball court, and tennis court. This property sits in a premier location; just minutes from restaurants, shopping, golf, and major freeways. Plus, it's a quick walk to AJ's Market and Ciao Grazie Pizza & Wine Bar. Experience the best of DC Ranch living!

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860 E 7th Street Mesa, AZ 85203

$799,000

6 Beds

3 Baths

3,736 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6780308

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome to your dream family home, set on a spacious lot with mature and citrus trees. This stunning residence features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main floor, plus 2 additional bedrooms and a bathroom in the basement—ideal for in-law quarters or a playroom. The beautifully remodeled kitchen includes a large island with a breakfast bar, quartz countertops, and ample cabinetry. Recent upgrades feature a new water heater and water softener (2024) and new A/C units (2023). Step outside to your private oasis with a refreshing pool, built-in BBQ, and a slide and swing set for the kids. With new tile flooring on the main level and remodeled bathrooms (2022), this home is perfect for creating lasting memories. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make this beautiful home your own!

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40040 N Lytham Way Anthem, AZ 85086

$799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,304 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6760680

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Sonoma floor-plan with four bedrooms, office/bonus room. Spacious kitchen, kitchen dining, kitchen island. An abundance of cabinets and counter space. Large open living room and dining room. Master bedroom with dual vanities plus plenty of closet space. Guest bedroom with full bath and another two bedrooms with Jack n' Jill. Tile in all the right places. Inviting backyard with large covered patio & electronic roll shades. Back patio is great for relaxing mornings & evenings. 3 car garage for plenty of storage or golf cart.

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2339 W Hazelhurst Drive Anthem, AZ 85086

$799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,263 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6774083

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Experience the ultimate in Arizona living with this stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home. This spacious Valero model includes a full casita, perfect for guests or extended family. Step into the open living area, where a cozy gas fireplace and custom media wall create a warm ambiance. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting a large island and upgraded finishes. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat with a generous walk-in closet and upgraded tile and carpet throughout. Outdoors, enjoy a large covered patio, heated PebbleTec pool and spa, and a fire pit with seating, all set against breathtaking mountain and city light views. Additional features include a gated courtyard with a fountain, water softener, reverse osmosis system, ceiling fans, built-in speakers and a...CONTINUE READING... ...security system. This home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and panoramic views. Enjoy the resort lifestyle Anthem Country Club has to offer....WELCOME HOME!

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13219 W Annika Drive Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

$799,000

5 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,897 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6762971

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Luxury living at its finest in this highly desired gated community of Dreaming Summit in Litchfield Park! This beautiful single-level floor-plan boasts 5 bedroom / 3.5 bathrooms / 3,897 sf / 3-car garage / RV gate - all on 1/3 of an acre (15,000 sf). NEW ROOF underlayment (2021). Beauty ensues as you enter through the 8' solid wood door into a foyer w/ 10' ceilings, decorative lighting, plantation shutters, 12''x24'' neutral colored tile & 5.25'' baseboards. This is a 3-way split floor-plan w/ solid surface flooring throughout. The builder allotted maximum space in the areas where it matters the most. The spacious living room can accommodate any furniture arrangement or game-room experience. It has upgraded LED recessed lighting, cutout for a hutch/entertainment center, sliding glass door w/ beautiful backyard views, & walkways to the kitchen & living room. The kitchen includes plenty of cabinet storage, granite counters, pantry cabinets (2), stainless steel appliances & a gas range/oven. For those that like to entertain, this has a great-room feel with the space created between the kitchen, eat-in dining area & family room. The primary room can be a multi-functional space w/ your preference of a sitting area, personal desk, workout space - OR all of these options combined! The attached bath has a large walk-in shower, stand-alone soaking tub (w/ tile surround & granite seating), split vanities, private toilet room & a huge walk-in closet. The shower includes a tile surround, decorative pebble floor, two waterfall heads, no steps & is ADA compliant. The guest bedrooms are all spacious and the full guest bathrooms have been outfitted w/ granite counters, under-mount sinks, upgraded lighting & remodeled tile surrounds. The backyard is the ultimate oasis w/ a sparkling diving pool, custom paver patio (w/ drainage), alumawood patio extension, artificial turf, mature landscape, raised garden beds (w/ shade covers & irrigation) & paver sidewalk added at side-yard.

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23626 S Desert Rise Drive Sun Lakes, AZ 85248

$799,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,508 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6796989

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Located on prestigious Diamond Lake in the gated Oakwood CC, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home features a separate guest house with private courtyard and water feature separating it and the main home. Popular great room floor plan is versatile and offers family room living and dining space with large picture windows into the back yard overlooking the lake. The spacious kitchen is open to the great room with an island, breakfast bar and separate eat-in breakfast nook. Fridge, washer and dryer convey as a gift to the buyer. Spacious primary suite with patio access, dual split sinks, walk-in shower and enormous walk-in closet. Separate guest bedroom and bath in the main house PLUS a large den/office. 2 car PLUS separate full garage for 3 cars or 2 cars and golf cart. New roof 2023. See MORE Casita mini-split unit new in 2023. One inside AC replaced in 2012. Rare are listings around Diamond Lake so don't miss your opportunity to own this home. And check out the photos of the Luminaria walk around Diamond Lake every December. Truly a special place you'll love.

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5801 E Saguaro Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$799,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,034 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6777212

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Single family slump block home on an incredible 3 acre lot in the Loringwood Estates in the heart of Cave Creek! Surrounded all around by mountain views this quiet lot currently has a slump block home with a private pool. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus 2 more bonus rooms, fireplace and a long covered patio. Plenty of room on this lot to build your dream home and use the existing structure as a casita, money making AirBnb or for your horse needs. There is also a private well, septic system and just a short ride to the center of Cave Creek!

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2701 N Black Rock Road Buckeye, AZ 85396

$799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,194 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6777357

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to luxury living in the master-planned community of Verrado, where this single-story, OWNED SOLAR, pool home awaits. This residence offers a perfect blend of elegance and functionality. Enjoy an open view fence with stunning mountain and city views. Step inside to discover an open and floor plan with a flex living space, perfect for versatile living arrangements. The second living room features three separate bedrooms and two baths, while additional highlights include an office and a dining room with a slider leading to a side patio. Updates include new paint both inside and out, brand new carpet, new water heater, misting system, custom sliders, dog door/dog run, new pool salt cell and a professionally designed master closet. This unique opportunity doesn't come around often!

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2874 E Westchester Drive Chandler, AZ 85249

$799,000

5 Beds

3 Baths

3,274 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6803893

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

I like big yards and I can not lie!! This very spacious house come a yard that will allow you to do all the indoor and outdoor living you can imagine. This is the kind of home that just gets you. With 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, there's room for everyone to live their best life—whether that's working from home, tackling school projects, or just finding a quiet corner to unwind. The multiple living levels mean no one has to fight over space (finally!). And the backyard? Let's just say, it's the stuff of dreams. Over 21,000 square feet of yes, please. There's a sports court for pickup games, a fenced-in pool for cannonballs and pool parties, a grassy area for whatever your heart desires, and plenty of room to park your toys and trailers. This yard is basically your new happy place. Inside, the kitchen is updated and ready for action, whether you're meal-prepping or hosting a large gathering (the kitchen has a door to the outside so your events can spill out to the yard!). And with owned solar - you don't have to sweat those electric bills! This house is more than just a place to liveit's a lifestyle upgrade. Come see it and picture your future hereit's calling your name!

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4188 N 182nd Lane Goodyear, AZ 85395

$799,000

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,599 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6779743

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Gorgeous former model home. Gourmet kitchen with large quartz countertops, large island, stainless steel appliances, butler pantry, and high-end cabinets. Spacious layout with split master bedroom. Wood plank tile & crown molding throughout. Backyard paradise with covered travertine patio and pool area with gas dual-sided fireplace, heated saltwater pool and spa. Owned Solar!

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2652 N 143rd Drive Goodyear, AZ 85395

$799,000

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,228 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6781641

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

$30K PRICE REDUCTION ON 2/1/25. Legacy 2004 Golden Heritage Luxury Home with Beautiful Courtyard and Casita. Private with Gated Entrance to the Madera Community Located in Renown Palm Valley. Primary Quarters Located on the First Floor. Home Office & Additional Downstairs Bedroom. Loft with Living Area, Bedroom & Bath. Large 605sf Casita with Bedroom & Bath. Golf Course Community with Pool, Spa and Clubhouse. Oversized Concrete Pad behind RV Gate for Play or Parking. Room for (4) Vehicles Behind the Gate. Built-In Barbeque, Outdoor Sitting Area with Wood Burning Stone Fireplace. Additional Seating Areas. Quite Unique and Inviting. Feel that Old World Charm.

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9746 E Thornbush Avenue Mesa, AZ 85212

$799,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,876 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6782397

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Motivated Sellers in Cadence! Fantastic curb appeal featuring a 3-car garage with built in overhead storage & epoxy floors! Discover a captivating open floor plan with high ceilings & plantation shutters throughout. Tile flooring in all living areas, carpet in bedrooms. The kitchen comes with granite counters, white shaker cabinets with crown moulding, pendant/recessed lighting, a subway tile backsplash, SS appliances, a walk-in pantry and island with a breakfast bar. You'll also find a versatile bonus room that provides additional living space. The serene main bedroom showcases plush carpeting, direct backyard access, an ensuite with double sinks & his and hers walk-in closets. Enjoy relaxing outdoor moments in the backyard, boasting a covered patio, BRAND NEW Pool, Spa, Turf & Dog run

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