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

Six Reasons Why You'll Need a Licensed Real Estate Agent When You Buy or Sell a HouseAre 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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1142 E Westchester Drive Tempe, AZ 85283

$699,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,078 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6809771
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Discover the perfect blend of style and functionality in Tempe, AZ! This fully remodeled 5-bedroom, 3-bath gem is currently a successful short-term rental and boasts features designed for comfort and convenience. The open floor plan flows seamlessly, highlighting modern finishes and a spacious layout ideal for families or entertaining. A heated pool invites year-round relaxation, while dual washers and dryers ensure effortless laundry for larger households. The property includes a 2-car garage, an RV gate with parking, and a beautifully landscaped backyard oasis. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this home is ready to welcome its next owners or serve as a fantastic investment opportunity.

18448 E Paseo Verde Drive Rio Verde, AZ 85263

$699,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,731 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6556128
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This is the perfect lock and leave property in the Rio Verde Country Club. This Alexander home has already been updated for you: New A/C units, New Roof with 10-year warranty! Updated kitchen with new Frigidaire appliances and updated bathrooms. High dramatic vaulted ceilings in Great Room and family room make this home feel very spacious. The great room features wooden beams and beautiful views of lush vegetation, flowers and palm trees. Enjoy the elevated wrap around patio with a sunny or shady part at any time of the day, easy to maintain landscaping. South facing patio for warm winter sun in front of the home. The home has a 2.5 car garage and 2 basements which are fully usable.

1717 E Morten Avenue Unit 59 Phoenix, AZ 85020

$699,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,735 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6659431
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Sitting near the base of Phx Mtn. Preserves, this gated community rests alongside a quiet neighborhood and access to parks & outdoor trails. Natural light fills the home thanks to END UNIT location providing unobscured exposure to the south and west. Spacious middle floor offers beautiful kitchen with quartz countertops centered between the living and dining area. Multiple windows line the wall affording sunset views from inside or from large patio. Bedrooms and full baths are on top floor along with laundry. Terrific city lights & mountain views from master suite. Ground floor offers flex space to be used how you see fit! Access 2 car garage with storage racks and private patio w/ bbq & turf. Ground floor and middle floor each have powder room

8952 E Palm Ridge Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85260

$699,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,602 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6685794
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Mortgage rate buy-down assistance available. Immaculate Townhome features maintenance free living, vaulted ceilings in every room, spacious bedrooms, separate living room and abundant closets. Everything inside is NEW down to the water valves. New roof in 2023. Complete remodel in 2020 of the kitchen, bathrooms, windows, doors and sliders, floors, and paint. Superior to condo living, no one above you and your own private backyard patio. HOA covers entire front landscaping and Community Pool. Home warranty included! This special Scottsdale property won Best Home on Tour! Walkability is a 10+, convenient to parks, freeways, shopping and dining. Move in today and entertain your family and friends this weekend. Embrace this Scottsdale lifestyle you deserve!

2237 E Captain Dreyfus Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85022

$699,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,464 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6682338
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Within reach of Shadow Mountain. Quiet Neighborhood! City Lights and Mountain Views from the roof/deck overlooking the resort-style pool toward Piestewa Peak. Stunning!. Three separate, individual suites, each with their own en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. Lower-cost electric with Solar! Fine Designer Woodwork Detail throughout, plantation shutters, Central Vacuum, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Fridge and Washer & Dryer included, two separate covered patios, side yard with cool-feel, synthetic grass, ample cool decking around pool. No HOA, close to Phoenix Mountain Preserve Trails. Pavilion of Light. No through traffic. Quiet. Serene. Patio Pool fencing retained. Solar Lease $71/mo.

6010 W Arroyo Way Pine, AZ 85544

$699,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,571 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6707766
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome home to this stunning 4 bedroom 3 bath retreat nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac and backing to the National Forest. Enjoy views of the Rim while relaxing on either of the two completely new decks. From the family room views of the Rim provide a picturesque backdrop to your everyday life. Throughout the house windows give way to nothing but views of the trees and forest. With easy access to the Bearfoot Trail, this is the perfect home for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This beautiful home is situated on 1.16 acres to provide ample tranquility and privacy. Gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, gas stove & granite countertops. Separate dining space provides plenty of space to gather family & friends. Home is being sold furnished so you can move right in and begin enjoying the tranquility and solitude of mountain living.

8020 N 72nd Place Scottsdale, AZ 85258

$699,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,581 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6722733
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
What a Location! Enjoy Scottsdale pool home or perfect vacation home with front private courtyard nestled between highly desired McCormick Ranch, Gainey Ranch & Paradise Valley near resort hotels, restaurants, golf, shopping & more. 2/2 + large loft. Spacious 2,581sf, soaring ceilings & lots of natural light! 2,295sf on 1st level + 286sf bonus loft (separate AC & skylights). Use loft as optional 3rd bedroom + armoire or office, exercise or craft room. Adjacent to McCormick Ranch entrance & golf courses, hiking/biking trails & lakes. Enjoy unique home with character & prestige for much less than others in area due to $699/mo land lease (.001 X Purchase Price). Several quotes available for personal renovations.

7413 E Taylor Street Scottsdale, AZ 85257

$699,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,443 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6732614
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
NO HOA!!! Impeccably renovated 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home where modern elegance meets comfort. Every detail of this residence has been thoughtfully upgraded, from the wood-look tile flooring to the tastefully designed bathrooms and kitchen, The open-concept layout creates a seamless flow between the living spaces, perfect for both daily living. The backyard is an entertainer's paradise featuring a pool and a putting green, perfect for leisure and gatherings. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood, close to Old Town Scottsdale, ASU, parks, shopping, dining, and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning property yours!

6632 W Saguaro Park Lane Glendale, AZ 85310

$699,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,207 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6752443
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Attached Casita with Private entrance on ground floor. Sellers concession towards buy down or closing Beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a fully-paid $41K Solar system (14.58 kW) installed in 2023 and breathtaking Mountain views from most windows in this peaceful North Peoria-Glendale neighborhood. The open-concept great room and family room are perfect for gatherings of all sizes. The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, new vent hood, and a stylish backsplash. Upstairs Loft provides extra living space. The spacious primary bedroom suite includes a luxurious retreat with a sitting area, walk-in closet, tiled shower, and dual sinks. The large bedrooms will be perfect for your entire family. Tandem garage has been converted into a versatile studio with a kitchen, ideal for a guest suite or home office. Downstairs half-bathroom converted to include a shower. Experience Arizona's outdoor living in your lush green backyard oasis, complete with a covered patio, custom-designed natural gas fire pit, and dual vegetable garden planters. The front yard features mature landscaping with extended paver walkways and driveway creating an immaculate curb appeal. Conveniently located near Lifetime Fitness, CCV, hiking trails, and several top-rated Shopping and Dining options. Minutes from, easy access to the 101 and I-17 highways. This home is move-in ready with Brand New carpet and fresh paint inside and out. - A true gem.

23228 N Gaviota Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375

$699,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,904 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6773553
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Step into the ultimate of resort-style living with this impeccably renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom San Marco Model (1904 sq ft) home with private Casita (247 sq ft) located in the prestigious Gated Corte Bella Country Club. This home has undergone a complete transformation in 2019 - 2020, enhancing every aspect to deliver a modern and luxurious lifestyle. The exterior boasts a private greenbelt corner location with professionally re-designed landscaping including lush trees, palms, plantings and strategic lighting. A large welcoming courtyard with a custom gate, travertine, private casita, and soothing water feature greets you upon arrival. This lot and location rare having both side and rear privacy plus amazing sunsets. Stepping into the main home's foyer, there is an elegant rotunda featuring a custom table fit to the rounded wall, as well as a mirrored niche. A great room with French Patio Doors, a custom arched media wall with bench seating, mirrored shelving, lighting and large TV mount. Combining living and dining this floor plan is open and adjoined with an exquisite kitchen. The kitchen steals the show with its custom features including another custom arched wall, extended island, redesigned cabinet layout, as well as the addition of more cabinets, upgraded stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops showcasing a stunning backsplash. The primary suite is a haven of tranquility with a designer wallpapered accent wall, direct access to the rear yard and patios, space large enough for a conversation /relaxation seating area. The accompanying primary bath features a custom walk-in tiled shower, new sinks, designer faucets, hardware, beautiful fixtures, and remodeled quartz countertops. The guest bathroom equally lavish, offering a custom walk-in shower, designer sink with faucet and a furniture style cabinet. The elegant wall paper and paint, simply gorgeous. Entertaining is a breeze with a rear built-in BBQ and an extended travertine patio that promises many evenings of relaxation with no neighbors behind. The outdoor space, feels like an extension of the home with its outdoor curtains, TV and comfort. This home not only offers aesthetics but also practical upgrades such as a new laundry setup with upper and lower new cabinets, a new sink, and newer washer and dryer. The property provides an unparalleled lifestyle for those aspiring to own a sophisticated and modernized home in a reputable country club setting. It's more than just a home; it's a lifestyle upgrade waiting for you.

18333 E Sunnydale Drive Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$699,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,502 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6750351
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Charming and updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious .93-acre lot, offering plenty of room for expansion or customization. Over the past years, the home has seen significant upgrades, ensuring that the new owners can move in without needing to tackle any immediate projects. The property includes a 2-car garage, a fully covered patio, and a large open area perfect for your future plans. The home is also equipped with flood irrigation, a concrete fire pit, a small 4x6 shed, and a 12' gate providing access to the rear yard. Key updates include new windows (2019), exterior paint (2024), master bath renovation (2020), new flooring (2020), an HVAC system (2017), and a water heater (2018). No HOA, Irrigation, and Horse Property.

42608 N 46th Avenue New River, AZ 85087

$699,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,432 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6752428
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Delightful Anthem West Beauty !Ready to move in. One owner home. Many upgrades and recent changes. Spacious 3 car garage with new cabinets, epoxy floor, garage door openers and electrical panel. Plantation shutters throughout home. Outside and inside repainted recently. Pool resurfaced and retiled this year. 2 air conditioners installed in last 2 years. Soft water system stays. New shed stays. Kitchen island recently remodeled. Ready to move in. Close to lots of employment, TSMC (chip plant) and the 303 freeway

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