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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10718 E Vivid Avenue Mesa, AZ 85212

$719,900

6 Beds

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3,661 SqFt

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MLS # 6766819

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Located in the highly desired.. EASTMARK community which includes full access to pools, parks, lakes, a club house and much more! Open floor plan with eat-in kitchen oversized island & breakfast bar, granite counters, walk-in pantry, gas range, stainless appliances, dual wall oven, plenty of cabinet storage & counter space, including room for your own coffee/tea/bar area. The inviting family room features an abundance of natural light. The private master suite offers separate dual vanities, soaking tub, shower, and large walk-in closet. With a split floor plan, 3 additional bedrooms on the first floor and area for formal dining. This home has all the benefits of single-level living with the added bonus of a second floor with two bedrooms and full bathroom. Solar panels included!

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4002 E Clarendon Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85018

$719,900

3 Beds

2 Baths

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MLS # 6780574

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Discover the charm of this fantastic 3-bed, 2-bath home nestled on a prime corner lot! Staring with a 1-car garage, RV gate, cozy front porch, and a lovely front yard w/artificial turf & ample open parking spaces. Be greeted by a formal living room with plantation shutters! Natural light filled the inviting interior, complemented by a designer palette and tile & wood-look floors t/out. The eat-in kitchen boasts SS appliances, tile counters & backsplash, and wood cabinetry w/crown molding. You'll love the bonus room, ideal for an office, reading nook, or storage! Large main bedroom has recessed lighting, two closets, and a private bathroom w/tiled shower. Outback, you have a grass area, fruit trees, and a covered patio w/extended pavers. Great Phoenix location! Don't miss this opportunity!

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7710 E Gainey Ranch Road Unit 137 Scottsdale, AZ 85258

$719,900

2 Beds

3 Baths

1,203 SqFt

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MLS # 6763981

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PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! RESORT STYLE LIVING in this fully renovated home in exclusive Gainey Ranch! Dual mstr bdrms & attached garage! Tastefully designed w/ neutral colors & open concept! Kitchen boasts elegant quartz counters, impressive tile backsplash, custom cabinets w/ soft close hinges, SS appliances + peninsula w/ bar seating. Wood-tile floors, new trim/doors/handles, lighting/fans, railings, high-end tiled shower & bathtub, faucets, toilets, + Smart-Home features include Google Hub, Nest Thermostat, Ring Doorbell & Garage Access from your phone! 1st floor mstr has spa-like shower, frameless glass doors, full-body sprayer + custom built cabs in walk-in closet! Private Patio even has a water feature for tranquility! Garage walls/floors even redone- A MUST SEE HOME - Motivated Selle

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8033 W Robin Lane Peoria, AZ 85383

$719,900

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,147 SqFt

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MLS # 6782582

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Your own private oasis located in Northern Peoria WITH RV parking! In the High End Neighborhood of Deer Valley Estates on large lots, the homes in this area are beautiful and wonderfully maintained. This home offers elevated Landscaping front and back, a diving pool, custom paint inside/out, Granite countertops in the eat in kitchen, gorgeous tile flooring, oil rubbed bronze fixtures, epoxied Garage floor, stainless steel Appliances and a drinking water filtration system incorporated in kitchen faucet. It is a must see for any buyer. Buyer to verify all information

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11209 N 40th Street Phoenix, AZ 85028

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$719,900

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,888 SqFt

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MLS # 6804114

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Welcome Home! Ideally located between the 51 freeway and Paradise Valley Mall, This stunning property offers. perfect blend of modern updates and timeless comfort appealing to all types of buyers. Inside you'll find a bright and open living area with numerous upgrades: Kitchen: cabinets were refaced, brand new drawers, all new appliances done in 2021 Bathrooms: Guest bath fully renovated in 2022. Master bath received a complete makeover in 2023 with luxurious finishes. Master Suite: new closet system installed in 2024. Water softener and reverse osmosis system installed in 2022, new lighting and ceiling fans throughout installed in 2021, and new attic insulation added for enhanced comfort and efficiency in 2023. All windows and doors were replaced in 2022 with high quality models under a double lifetime warranty. New water heater and disposal installed in 2021 and washer/dryer was installed in 2023. The office/den addition was completed in 2024 and has its own AC split and serves as a perfect retreat conveniently located off the fireplace room. The lush, low maintenance synthetic grass was installed in the backyard in 2021 creating a perfect space for outdoor play, and has plenty of room to add a pool. New roof, owned solar panels were installed in 2021 and provide long term savings. An automatic retractible patio shade with wind sensors and LED solar light was added in 2024 and whole exterior of home was painted in 2023. New HVAC unit installed in 2022 along with a new garage door system and garage floor epoxy. New gates with lock panels installed in 2023. This home is truly turnkey! Don't miss your opportunity to own this beautifully renovated home in a prime location. Schedule a showing today!

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20802 N Grayhawk Drive Unit 1087 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Open House

$719,900

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,305 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6798519

Property Type Townhouse

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This beautiful town home is located in Avian at Grayhawk in the guard gated Raptor Retreat. Two spacious master suites + a den / office with built in custom Murphy bed. Open great room concept with high ceiling. Private courtyard entry. Kitchen overlooks formal dining, breakfast bar, great room & back patio. Upgrades include custom wood plantation shutters, beautiful hardwood floors, granite counters, new appliances; new LG refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher & new double oven. Installed desk & tile flooring in kitchen laundry area, new water heater & built-in bookcases in den. New tile flooring, new paint, new baseboards & new master bath walk-in tiled shower with tiled bench. Excellent location, near loop 101, shopping, dining, golfing, tennis and hiking trails. A must see home!

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32121 N Chestnut Trail San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

Open House

$719,800

5 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,223 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6749930

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome Home! This home is move in ready. This home has an open floorplan with multiple entrances, courtyard and patio. Home is on approximately a 1/2 acre lot in a golf course community. Hurry on over as this home will not last!

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44714 N 44th Drive Phoenix, AZ 85087

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$719,074

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,394 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6811837

Property Type Single Family Residence

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This gorgeous single story home boasts a gourment kitchen and tiled walk in shower. As you enter you see the openness of the plan and the view fence at the back of home through the large center slider at great room. The secondary bedrooms share a jack and jill bath, huge flex room, large eat in kitchen with additional seats at breakfast bar. Enjoy sitting on your front porch or back patio. Too many features to mention. Home warranty included. MUST SEE

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148 Circulo Vespucci -- Tubac, AZ 85646

$719,000

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,529 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6705269

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Spectacular home in the exclusive Tubac neighborhood of Santiago del Barrio. Enter through the inviting front courtyard. Once inside, you'll find an open floor plan with a huge great room that features a kiva fireplace, a formal dining area and an ample kitchen with gorgeous cabinetry, granite countertops & breakfast nook area. Indoor design captures the essence of the southwest architecture with carved wood pillars, exposed beams & custom tile work. This lovely home offers 2 bedrooms plus a den that could be a 3rd bedroom, a huge laundry room, an oversized 3 car garage (double & single) with utility sink & side door. There is plenty of parking in front and side of the house. Walk or bike to the village of Tubac,its restaurants,shops and galleries!

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2258 E Athena Avenue Gilbert, AZ 85297

$719,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

1,963 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6800968

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Looking for New Construction but not the wait? Look no further. Welcome to the BEST VALUE in Gilbert located in the exquisite gated community of Stratford. Tons of builder upgrades; reach out for detailed upgrade list. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath French Country Elevation displays exterior stone accents, pavers & modern 4 lite-panel front door. The desirable open floor plan showcases 12 ft ceilings, inviting living experience enhanced by upgraded porcelain wood tile flooring throughout, beautiful plantation shutters, & soft nuetral paint palette t/o. Your new kitchen awaits with abundant white shaker cabinetry adorned w/5'' crown moulding, walk-in pantry, subway tile backsplash, SS appliances, 5 Burner Gas Range, upgraded Quartz Countertops, large island w/breakfast bar, & /recessed pendant lighting, Romantic primary retreat is sure to impress, complete w/an ensuite comprised of dual sinks, make-up vanity, upgraded free-standing bathtub, & walk-in closet. Transitioning to the outdoors, the serene backyard provides a covered patio, eay to maintain artificial turf and pavers. Conveniently located a few miles from Loop 202, close to San Tan Mall, Restaurants, shopping and in Arizona's #1 School District, Chandler Unified. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to own a newer built home at an incredible value!

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7272 E Gainey Ranch Road Unit 73 Scottsdale, AZ 85258

$719,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,470 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6797400

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

PERFECT IN TOWN TOWNHOUSE -GREAT LOCATION-UPSTAIRS 2BD/2BA-WALK UP SHORT FLIGHT TO SPACIOUS OPEN FLOOR PLAN W VAULTED CEILINGS;LIVING ROOM HAS WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE & ACCESS OUT TO PRIVATE LARGE PATIO AREA -DINING AREA W VIEW OUT TO LUSH LANDSCAPING -WONDERFUL KITCHEN FEATURES EAT IN BREAKFAST ROOM AREA-STAINLESS APPLIANCES-BUILT IN MICRO & OVEN;GRANITE COUNTERS & LOOKS OUT TO LIVING/DINING AREA ! MASTER SUITE HAS DOUBLE CLOSETS-LARGE BATH. WALK IN SHOWER-SEP LINEN CLOSET -DOUBLE VANITIES-GUEST ROOM HAS LARGE CLOSET-TRIPLE WINDOWS-GUEST BATH W TUB/SHOWER & GRANITE COUNTERS-FULL SIZE W/D-NO CARPETING -NEW WINDOWS THRU OUT UNIT -GREAT LOCATION IN COMPLEX -WALK TO COMM POOL/SPA-HYATT HOTEL-SHOPPING & RESTAURANTS-ENJOY GAINEY 24-HR GUARD GATES-ESTATE CLUB W FITNESS CTR-TENNIS & PICKLE BALL !

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10934 E Becker Lane Scottsdale, AZ 85259

$719,000

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,010 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6803950

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Charming home in great neighborhood and location with NO HOA. Newly updated with newer AC and updated appliances. Brick fireplace in living room and formal dining. Open family room to kitchen with french doors that lead to deep covered patio and mature landscaping in backyard. One bedroom off entry makes perfect home office or playroom. Spacious primary bedroom has a huge bathroom, multiple closets and slider to the backyard. Secondary bedroom has some built-ins and one guest bedroom has a walk-in closet.

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