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. Â 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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8712 W Sequoia Drive
Peoria, AZ 85382
$775,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,452
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6803152
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Meticulously updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath luxury home in gated Westbrook community. Recent improvements include a heated pool with waterfalls and multi-colored lighting (2023), 38-panel solar system (2022), and three new AC units (2021-2022). The chef's kitchen showcases white ceiling cabinets with black accents, granite waterfall island, and modern appliances. Tons of storage with walk in closets in primary & 2nd Bedroom. Both bathrooms are fully remodeled with premium finishes, including a spa-like master bath with custom tiled shower. Additional upgrades feature new waterproof vinyl flooring throughout (2024), upgraded windows with lifetime warranty (2024), and a designer electric fireplace with built-in bookshelves. The split floor plan opens to an expansive patio deck and landscaped backyard with travertine and artificial turf. The three-car garage boasts epoxy flooring, extensive storage, and dedicated AC. Perfect for pet owners with an enclosed dog run along the property. Westbrook Village, a premier active adult community in Peoria, AZ, offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and vibrant living for residents aged 40 and over. Ideally located near Loop 101, the community provides easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment at Arrowhead Towne Center and the P83 Entertainment District, as well as medical facilities and popular destinations like Lake Pleasant and State Farm Stadium. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including two recreation centers with pools, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, and over 80 clubs and interest groups for endless social and recreational opportunities. Golf enthusiasts will love the two 18-hole championship courses, The Lakes and The Vistas, offering scenic play and on-site dining. With beautifully landscaped grounds, walking trails, and low-maintenance homes ranging from single-family to patio homes, Westbrook Village delivers a peaceful, upscale lifestyle tailored to active adults. Combine this with reasonable HOA fees and a welcoming community atmosphere, and you'll find Westbrook Village is the ideal place to make home.
10556 E Relativity Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85212
$775,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,845
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6804936
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Priced below appraised value for a quick sale! This is one of the best lots available in the award-winning community of Eastmark. You'll enjoy mountain views from your living area and backyard, as well as the view of the newest phase of the Eastmark Great Park currently being built directly behind the home. This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is also one of the few in the community that's within walking distance to shopping & dining. You'll love the practical floor plan that boasts 2,845 square feet all on a single-level, large secondary bedrooms, a massive primary suite with a beautiful spa-like, walk-in shower, a well-appointed kitchen with high-end countertops and cabinets, along with the spacious butler's pantry. Hurry! This one won't last.
1763 S Red Rock Street
Gilbert, AZ 85295
$775,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,284
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6799005
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Don't miss this rare find in the highly sought out neighborhood of Ashland Ranch! This stunning home combines style, comfort, and convenience with a well-designed layout featuring a downstairs bedroom and full bath, perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Crown molding adds an elegant touch throughout the home, while updated flooring enhances its modern appeal. Upstairs, spacious bedrooms include walk-in closets. The extended 3-car garage provides ample storage, and a state-of-the-art water filtration system ensures pristine water. The oversized backyard is a true oasis with a sparkling pool, extended patio, and no neighbors behind for added privacy and views. Ideally located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and parks in Gilbert. Welcome HOME!
12059 N Luckenbach Street
Surprise, AZ 85388
$775,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,001
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6814390
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Pride of ownership is shown in this gorgeous 3-bedroom home featuring a 2-car garage and stone façade! Inviting hallway leads you to the impressive open floor plan complemented by wood-look tile flooring, a wall-mounted fireplace, & multi-sliding glass doors to the back patio that seamlessly connect the indoors with the outdoor living. The kitchen is a culinary haven, boasting recessed lighting, quartz counters, abundant cabinetry topped w/crown moulding, subway tile backsplash, a prep island w/a breakfast bar, and high-end SS appliances. The main bedroom offers a restful retreat, complete w/plush carpet, an ensuite w/dual sinks, a large tile shower, & a walk-in closet. The secondary bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bathroom. The private backyard has a covered patio for unwinding.
1301 E Ibis Street
Gilbert, AZ 85297
$775,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,732
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6807405
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Single level, 3 full baths, 3 car garage, 1/3 acre on a corner lot. Great value in quiet neighborhood with homes on estate sized large lots. Beautifully landscaped front yard with entry courtyard with large seating area. Formal foyer with formal dining or office on the left. Huge great room opens to kitchen and very large dining area. Real hardwood floors in dining and great room with gas fireplace with wood mantel. 10 ft ceilings and all rooms are large and spacious. Huge gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, extended upgraded cabinetry, backsplash, and undermount lighting. Built in desk in wide hall by the 3 bedroom split. Large private covered patio and huge grass backyard. Two new ac units in 2024, new Kitchenaid dishwasher in 2023 and water softener in 2024. Large laundry area has cabinetry. Tandem garage with storage cabinets and workbench can stay.
15717 W Linksview Drive
Surprise, AZ 85374
$775,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,779
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6701833
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Do you need room with a view? How about this 3bed/3bath/3 car garage on the 13th T-Box of Granite Falls South * A Handsome Mesquite Model at 2779sf * This is a split bedroom floor plan affording comfort & privacy to the owners and their guests * Granite Countertops in Kitchen w/Island * Featuring recent updating of 2-HVAC systems * Water Softener * Water Heater * SS Refrigerator French Door w/water & ice dispenser * New Carpeting & attractive neutral tile * Irrigation Updated * other important features are Gas Cook Top * Plantation Shutters throughout * Gas Fireplace in Media Wall * SE facing backyard * All Furniture & BBQ are available * The only thing missing is YOU!
15863 N 46th Place
Phoenix, AZ 85032
$775,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,014
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6783997
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
11,000 Square foot lot. Large Family and Living Rooms facing large diving pool . Front patio and entrance. Covered patio facing the pool and large back yard. Both sides of home have entrances. RV space or has a potting shed on the left side and a storage shed on the right side. Lawn areas in front and back. Right side entrance to entrance to Studio, office, or bedroom. Vaulted ceilings. See each room and grounds on Matteport video: Painting interior will be completed by November 30th. House is being sold as is. Furnishings at Walk Through Convey. Inspection Report and Sewer Line inspection available on Documents Tab. Offers to New appliances. Washer/Dryer hookup.
2592 E Torrey Pines Lane
Chandler, AZ 85249
$774,999
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,114
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6776589
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Thoughtfully designed and beautifully updated with tons of flexible living space and an ideal location. All new windows for energy efficiency plus convenient central vac. Two large greatrooms offer plenty of room for entertaining. The recently remodeled kitchen is chic and functional, equipped with stainless appliances, ample work surface, and plank-style flooring that extends into traffic areas. A downstairs bedroom with adjacent full bath perfect for guests or home office. Laundry with countertop, and a fantastic under-stair closet round out the main floor. You'll love the elegant master bath with walk-in shower, separate vanities and huge wardrobe area. Enjoy your morning coffee poolside, or sip something sparkling in the hot tub tucked under a pergola for privacy. Garage is insulated, heated and cooled! Minutes to Intel, golf, schools, retail and restaurants, city parks and services, and medical facilities.
22837 E Alyssa Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
$774,990
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,162
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6768331
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Newest designed plan, the Juniper to be completed this winter. This home is situated on a larger homesite with double gate access. Sultana at Madera allows for quiet living with convenient access to the 24 Freeway and Shopping while providing amazing community ammenities including a community pool, pickle ball, bocce ball, playgrounds, bbq's, and ramadas. Our lovely quick move in home features wood plank tile floors neutral in color in the main living areas, plush carpeting in the bedrooms, White shaker style cabinets , deco wrapped island ,quartz kitchen countertops & unique tile backsplash. This is showcasing a 4 bedroom & 3 baths, parlour,den & teen room. Den leads to a private courtyard~The Juniper features 8' interior doors, 10' ceilings, pendant prewires over the island, ceiling fan prewires in all bedrooms and great room, designer tile in the primary bathroom with an enlarged tile shower ~free standing tub~~upgraded plumbing and lighting fixtures. A coastal style design to the home. We also model the Juniper at Sultana at Madera
21369 W Hillcrest Boulevard
Buckeye, AZ 85396
$774,990
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,429
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6743385
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Maximizing natural light and the best in energy-efficiency, this home boasts 10' flat ceilings, 4 beds, 3 baths, & an oversized family room with both a 12' and an 8' sliding glass door exiting to the extended covered patio. Cook up culinary delights in the gourmet kitchen, featuring upgrade GE stainless appliances, upgraded countertops, gorgeous shaker cabinets, a spacious corner pantry & tile accents at the backsplash. Your owner's suite is an inviting everyday escape showcasing granite countertops, tiled walk-in shower, and a deluxe walk-in closet. Gorgeous two-tone paint & 6''x36'' tile and upgraded carpeting throughout. 2x6 construction & extensive new home warranty. See you soon!
22718 W Sierra Ridge Way
Wittmann, AZ 85361
$774,900
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,017
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6676150
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Custom-Built Entertainer's Dream on More than an Acre, ready to become Your Desert Oasis! Enter onto diagonal laid Porcelain Tile, expanding into Great Room where Beautiful Cherry Hardwood Floors adorn the home. Custom Cherry Cabinets in the Gourmet Kitchen and Hallway Nooks. Stacked-Stone Wet Bar and Fireplace to relax the night away. Floor plan is Split: Main Bedroom has a lavish walk-in closet, separate vanities, tiled walk-in shower. Melt those stressful days away in the Bathtub with Jets. Two Guest Bedrooms + one converted into Game Room that can store over 100 Wine Bottles! Tray Ceilings+Crown Moldings bring home a dynamic design. Kitchen w/Double Ovens, Granite Countertops, Eat-In Breakfast Bar. Come and See why YOU CAN TRULY FEEL AT HOME HERE. RV Gate, 3 Car Garage, Covered Patio. Exterior of Home was repainted 3 years ago. Com System/Surround Sound installed. Walk-in Pantry. Original owner - lovingly and meticulously maintained this Luxurious Home, spared no expense.
18250 E Frog Holler Lane
Dewey, AZ 86327
$774,900
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,280
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6810271
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Situated on 4.5 acres of breathtaking land, this remarkable property offers ''top of the world'' 360-degree views and is directly adjacent to the Prescott National Forest, ensuring both unparalleled beauty and privacy. A circular driveway provides access to the home as well as to the massive 3,000+ sf detached shop featuring space to accommodate 8+ vehicles, a paint booth, a ¾ bathroom, and 2-zoned forced gas heating. The home's exterior boasts great curb appeal with a striking cedar front porch that welcomes you to the front door. Upon entering the home where rustic contemporary charm is displayed, you'll step into an expansive great room featuring soaring ceilings, a 14-ft sliding glass door perfectly positioned to showcase the views while skylights flood the home with natural light. Wide-plank, wood-grain tile flooring runs throughout the wet and high-traffic areas, creating a cohesive and stylish design. The open-concept kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with a double-vessel copper sink, a five-burner gas range with convection oven, and an abundance of custom knotty alder cabinetry with crown molding, soft-close doors, and drawers. The oversized primary suite continues the theme of rustic elegance, offering an accent wall adorned with rustic barn wood, stunning views, and a spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The en-suite bathroom is a true retreat, featuring a beautifully tiled walk-in shower, and a floating walnut vanity with copper and turquoise inlays. Two additional guest bedrooms on the main level are generously sized and feature knotty alder doors and closets, ceiling fans, and ample natural light. The guest bathroom includes a copper sink, a full tub and shower surround, and a comfort-height toilet, all maintaining the home's cohesive rustic charm. The lower level offers a versatile space with a hobby or family room, a flex media room, a full bathroom, and an additional bedroom. There's also an expansive mechanical/storage area with concrete floors, soft water, abundant storage, and workshop potential, making it ideal for crafts, seasonal items, or additional hobbies. The backyard is a flat and usable blank canvas, ready for you to bring your landscaping vision to life. The covered back deck is perfect for relaxation and has direct views of the bordering national forest. The property also boasts rainwater harvesting via a 1,500-gallon storage system, a private well, and a 2,500-gallon cistern for hauled water, ensuring sustainable living. Additional amenities include a well-appointed laundry room that doubles as a mudroom/office area, complete with an LG front-load washer and dryer, upper and lower storage, a pantry space, and a built-in planning desk. This impeccably maintained home seamlessly combines rustic contemporary charm with modern functionality, all while offering unmatched views and proximity to nature.