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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15212 N 53rd Street Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$755,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,809 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6768560

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome to this updated home in the desirable 85254 neighborhood! This bright and spacious 3 bed, 2 bath home features a large formal living space with vaulted ceilings, new wood plank-look tile throughout, plantation shutters, and a formal dining/cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The large primary bedroom has a private backyard entry, and ensuite bathroom with double sinks and walk-in closet. The functional kitchen features black granite, a breakfast bar, pantry, stainless steel and black appliances and recessed lighting. The private backyard is perfect for relaxing or entertaining and has a large covered patio and sparkling pool and spa. Minutes to the SR 51, Kierland and Scottsdale Quarter shopping and dining, and multiple golf courses. All furniture available!

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5273 N 207th Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$755,000

2 Beds

3 Baths

2,637 SqFt

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MLS # 6796690

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Stunning Mountain-View Home in Premier Adult Community! Nestled in a serene adult community, this beautiful home offers breathtaking panoramic mountain views from every angle. With 2 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a versatile den, and a loft, it provides ample space for both relaxation and entertainment. The open-concept design is perfect for hosting guests or enjoying quiet evenings with loved ones. Large windows fill the home with natural light, enhancing the stunning surroundings. The well-maintained community offers an active lifestyle with amenities to suit your needs. Experience comfort and tranquility in this exceptional home—come see it!

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8775 W Lane Avenue Glendale, AZ 85305

$754,999

4 Beds

3 Baths

3,037 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6794949

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Completely remodeled and OVER 3,000 Sq ft home! Very Spacious home with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bath and a pool. New, granite counter tops, marble styler flooring throughout and beautiful modern showers. Tall archways, and open floor plan perfect for hosting. The pool has a safety gate for families. 3 car garage. Perfectly located in the highly desirable Rovey Farm Estates, within minutes from Westgate Entertainment Center and Cardinals State Farm Stadium. MUST SEE PROPERTY! Home is also available for rent for $4,400!! Furnished!

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23158 E Nightingale Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$754,990

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,175 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6786674

Property Type Single Family Residence

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PHOTOS ARE OF THE MODEL IN A DIFFERENT COMMUNITY. INTERIOR/EXTERIOR SELECTIONS MAY VARY. Brand new phase!. This home features its own RV garage and is conveniently located to all that Queen Creek has to offer. Minutes from the brand new Costco, Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek Market Place and the Queen Creek Olive Mill. A copy of the public report is available on the AZ Dept. of RE's website.

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126 E Northern Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85020

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$754,900

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

1,961 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6807803

Property Type Single Family Residence

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This home is priced at a bargain price! Take advantage of this while it lasts. Get a bargain price so you can get into this area that has million dollar homes. This is a great value for this property! Welcome to your dream home situated in the heart of Central Phoenix! Large corner lot, 10,000+ sqft lot, open concept, completely renovated, brand new appliances & each bedroom has their own en suite bathroom for added convenience & privacy. Don't miss the 3 car garage (one is oversized), & an RV gate in the back for your toys. Right off of the family room there is an open den w/backyard access, which provides a flex space for added entertaining or whatever fits your needs. Situated in this prime neighborhood gives you incredible access to the finest dining, shopping, and top rated schools

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3286 W Lyra Way Flagstaff, AZ 86001

$754,665

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,793 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6812548

Property Type Single Family Residence

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New Construction to be complete March 2025. Don't miss this opportunity for a beautiful new energy efficient home in the Adora II at Timber Sky community! Single story 3 bed, 2 bath, 1793 sq ft home, with 2 car garage. Spray foam insulation, 10 foot ceilings, tankless hot water heater, gas fireplace with stone to ceiling. Nestled in the beautiful pine trees with endless views. Escape the heat of the City and enjoy your cool evenings and clean air. Conveniently located close to all the amenities and beauty that Flagstaff has to offer! Downtown, NAU, CCC, and FUTS trail access within minutes! **Photos show example materials and finishes and may differ from the exact selections made for this specific home.**

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1505 E Elysian Pass Queen Creek, AZ 85140

$754,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,304 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6728061

Property Type Single Family Residence

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This is a stunning Captivate model in the lovely Encanterra Country Club community. From the street you will notice the attention to detail with many uncommon features and upgrades. The home has solar power under the Shea Xero 20 year prepaid lease, a resort back yard with heated/chilled pool, covered patio and custom fireplace. As you enter, you will notice wood plank style tile laid on bias throughout the living areas. The large second bedroom/casita has a private bath with walk in shower, private living space and a separate entrance from the front patio. The spacious main suite has plenty of room for large furniture, private bath and custom walk in closet. The upgraded kitchen features a granite island with gas cook top, stainless-steel built-in appliances, upgraded cabinets and custom backsplash. The upgrades don't end in the kitchen --- plantation shutters, neutral tile plank flooring, beautiful tile work in the 2.5 bathrooms, doors for privacy in the den/office, door to smart space along with an outside access side door.

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20930 E Canary Way Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Open House

$754,000

5 Beds

4 Baths

2,752 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6811021

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

The Taylor Morrison Next Gen design is really a standout, offering not only luxury but also versatility with a unique attached casita featuring a private entrance for multi-generational living. The home boasts a bright, open floor plan, complete with sleek, upgraded ceiling fans and light fixtures throughout. The gourmet kitchen, with all the high-end appliances, granite countertops, dual electric wall ovens, an oversized island with a breakfast bar and thoughtful details like soft-close cabinets, drawers and roll-out shelves, is definitely a standout. The kitchen also includes a gas cooktop and a spacious walk-in pantry. That sliding glass door is such a great feature! It really opens up the space and creates a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor areas. It make's the home feel even more expansive, especially when you're hosting or just relaxing outside. The backyard oasis features a heated and cooled saltwater pebble tech pool with a tranquil water feature, powered by a cutting-edge heat pump system adding a level of convenience and relaxation that's hard to beat. Enjoy the added benefit of a whole-house water filtration system, along with a separate under-counter reverse osmosis (RO) system for purified drinking water. You get peace of mind along with elegance with the custom Iron security entry doors. Beautiful designed cobblestone driveway and sidewalk. Queen Creek is a great spot tooclose to shopping and dining, This home offers both luxury and convenience, a perfect fit for families. Don't miss your chance to own this incredible home in the heart of Queen Creek.

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15725 W Linksview Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

Open House

New

$754,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,243 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6812744

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Absolutely stunning One Of A Kind Grand home w/4 bedrooms and 3 baths highly upgraded throughout with a 3 car extended garage on the golf course and a spool. Granite Counter Tops, Stainless Appliances, Gas Range/Cooktop, Rollout shelving & Double Pantry W/Rollout Shelving. The great room has modern media wall W/gas fireplace, tile flooring, Shutters & Silhouette blinds and high end ceiling fans throughout. Bay at Master, Shutters W/great golf course view. Master bath has granite and a closet system. 2 Guest bedrooms, Ensuite and Media Room on opposite side of house from Master. The 3 car garage is extended, Garage Cabinets, Work Bench extra garage venting, Door to side yard and epoxy garage flooring. Great views of Granite Falls South #13, T-Box to Green. 4 Electric ceiling mounted heater 4 Electric ceiling mounted heaters at Extended Covered Patio. A nice sized spool and complete fenced backyard. A natural gas fire pit and built in BBQ. Stone Veneer on the front of home and Vacation Mailbox. A whole house water filtration system and the list of upgrades goes on! This one is a must see if you are looking for that unique golf course home in The Grand!

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2957 E Cherry Hill Drive Gilbert, AZ 85298

$753,990

5 Beds

3 Baths

3,625 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6746042

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

BRAND NEW KB HOME! This home features an open floor plan with 9-ft. first floor ceilings and a spacious great room that opens to an extended covered back patio. The modern kitchen boasts a large center island, quartz countertops, and Whirlpool® stainless-steal appliances, including a built-in double wall oven and separate gas cooktop. You'll find Emser® tile flooring throughout the first level, laundry and bathrooms and plush Shaw® carpeting upstairs. The first level includes a private den, versatile flex space and a bedroom with full bath. Moving upstairs, the spacious loft is the perfect spot for family movie nights. The primary suite boasts an expansive closet, and the primary bath features a walk-in shower and extended dual-sink vanity.

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19749 S 231 St. Way Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$753,663

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

3,048 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6707641

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

PRICE WAS REDUCED FROM ORIGINAL PRICE OF $784,988!! GREAT ROOM PLAN, W/LOFT, MAIN BEDROOM IS DOWNSTAIRS, ATRIUM DOORS LEADING TO BACK PATIO, 4-BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH, 3- CAR GARAGE, UPGRADED 42'' CABINETS, GRANITE KITCHEN TOPS, 10' CEILINGS, GOURMET KITCHEN LAYOUT, HERRING BONE DESIGN FLOOR TILE, TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER, WATER SOFTENER, ETC... ALL THIS, IN THE NEW PREMIER MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY IN QUEEN CREEK, FEATURING A 22 ACRE LAKE. THIS IS THE CENTERPIECE OF THE COMMUNITY. KAYAKING AND CANOEING, AQUATIC CENTER WITH LAP AND SPORT POOL SPLASH PAD, BOCCE BALL, PICKLE BALL, BOARDWALKS AND RAMADAS THROUGHOUT AND MUCH MORE.. THE HOME INCULDES 2'' FAUX WOOD BLINDS, CEILING FANS, TANKLESS WATER HEATER+++ KATHERING MECHAM BARNEY SCHOOL IN THE COMMUNITY.

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3419 W Sunstone Drive San Tan Valley, AZ 85144

Open House

New

$751,995

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,880 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6813038

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

The Lockhart's covered porch and foyer open onto the expansive great room, casual dining area, and desirable large covered patio beyond. The well-equipped kitchen is complete with a large center island, plenty of counter and cabinet space, and walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom suite is enhanced by an enormous walk-in closet and deluxe primary bath with dual-sink vanity, large soaking tub, luxe shower with seat, and private water closet. Central to a generous flex room, the ample secondary bedrooms feature sizable closets, one with private bath, two with shared bath with separate dual-sink vanity area. Additional highlights include a convenient powder room and drop zone, central located laundry and additional storage.

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