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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37585 W Padilla Street Maricopa, AZ 85138

$639,990 - 4Br/4Ba -  for Sale in Estates At Rancho Mirage, Maricopa
Open House
$639,990
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,240 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6704039
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Introducing luxury living, Maricopa! Step into the allure of this Sedona floorplan, offering both a versatile activity room and a convenient home office. Your expansive gourmet kitchen boasts stacked cabinetry, buffet-style lowers, a gas cooktop, and double ovens for culinary perfection. Unwind in your luxurious freestanding tub, entertain on the patio, or store your belongings in the spacious THREE CAR GARAGE! Discover why K. Hovnanian stands as the epitome of Lasting Value in homebuilding. Don't miss your chance to move into this home now! Up to 6% of Base Price can be applied towards closing cost and/or short-long term interest rate buydowns when choosing our preferred Lender. Additional eligibility and limited time restrictions apply.

5196 E Desert Forest Trail Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$639,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,368 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6706259
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Energy Star Certified, 4 bedrooms, + Loft, 3 bath home on an incredible cul-de-sac homesite with Mountain Views, and open green space! THIS 2019 BUILT HOME feels new with a modern great room plan, large bedrooms, walk in closets, and 5-year-old mechanicals- today's tech. Recent updates include a custom master shower, new tile surrounds in two bathrooms, Quartz Bathroom counter tops, fixtures, and 2022 carpet on the second floor. The high-end finishes include 42'' Glazed cabinets, Granite countertops, and Subway Backsplash. 1st Floor has Wood Plank tile flooring. No need to renovate, this is move in ready! Enjoy the convenience of a bedroom, and shower on the first floor. The large 15x8 foot glass slider allows plenty of light. HOA includes front land scaping maint. Street parking OK

4072 E Las Colinas Drive Chandler, AZ 85249

$639,900
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,220 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6805699
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Built in 2022, this stunning single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious 2,220 sq ft layout. The open-concept design features a gourmet kitchen with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and a large eat-up island. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a 20' multi-panel sliding glass door opening to a private courtyard. The master suite also includes a sliding door to the courtyard, a tiled shower, and a large walk-in closet. 10 ft ceilings throughout home. Recent upgrades includes motorized roller shades for 20' sliding door and custom shutters throughout home. Don't miss the community pool, playground, and green spaces. This home is the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience!

3264 E Los Altos Road Gilbert, AZ 85297

$639,900
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,438 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6797873
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautiful remodel on this popular floor plan and neighborhood, and you get a swimming pool and 3 car garage! Kitchen features granite counters, lots of nice maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, eat in area. New upgraded plank style LVP, new carpet, new interior paint. Newer plumbing and electric fixtures. 1/2 bath and den/office downstairs. Large master suite with separate shower and garden tub, big walk in closet. Extended driveway and parking areas with RV gate and parking area behind fence. Wonderful swimming pool with waterfall. Concrete pad and wiring for spa. 3 car garage with lots of extra space. This one is in excellent condition and move in ready, and a great location!

3121 S Verde Circle Mesa, AZ 85212

$639,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,478 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6798144
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Unbelievable value with this home in the heart of beautiful East Mesa. This rare single-level gem offers the perfect blend of comfort and style. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 baths, and a versatile office/den, this home is designed to cater to your every need. The master suite is enormous, and a serene retreat, perfect for unwinding after a long day. A three-car garage provides abundant storage, while the sprawling quarter-acre lot gives you room to breathe and enjoy life to its fullest. Step into your backyard oasis, where paradise awaits! The heated pool invites year-round relaxation, surrounded by a thoughtfully landscaped space featuring artificial grass, classic flagstone, a charming gazebo, and a pergola for shade and ambiance. Hosting friends and family is effortless fun.

1510 E Ivyglen Street Mesa, AZ 85203

$639,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,049 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6801101
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Prepare to be amazed! Check out this incredibly charming upgraded 3 bed, 2 bath, in an amazing clean large lot no HOA neighborhood in central Mesa. 2 New AC units. Discover a pleasing interior paired w/fresh neutral paint, Luxury vinyl plank flooring, & artfully placed recessed lighting. Notice the cozy fireplace in the HUGE open floor plan, with conversation pit promising relaxing evenings. Upscale kitchen won't disappoint, offering stainless steel appliances, dovetail shaker white cabinetry, sleek quartz counters, French double doors reveal amazing Patio with a large recently refinished diving pool. Don't miss out this one will go quick!

1202 W Random Way Payson, AZ 85541

$639,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,276 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6788589
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
There is room for your toys and RV on this .96 acre, flat, all use able, partly fenced lot near Green Valley Park. There is a 2-car attached garage and 2 car detached garage, plus a storage shed with finished interior. The spacious, split floor plan, 3 BR,2BA, all one level home has a wood burning fireplace in the living room, a full-size kitchen offers lots of storage. The master bedroom has separate access to the large screened porch. Master bath has a jetted tub, walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. There is a large patio and many large trees to enjoy the outdoor living. Year around activities at Green Valley Park including fishing on the lakes, playgrounds, concerts in the park in the summer and Fireworks on the 4th of July.

2226 E Egret Court Gilbert, AZ 85234

$639,900
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,756 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6797705
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Spacious 2,756 sq ft home features 5 bd/3.5 bths along with formal living, dining, & great room. Upstairs--3 bdrms/1bth+primary bdrm with a W-I closet, a shower with rain glass, separate soaking tub, & dble sink vanity. An additional en-suite bdrm on 1st floor. The kitchen showcases granite countertops, a peninsula with seating, & SS appliances & a bay window at nook. Kitchen open to the family rm which features a fireplace. Outdoor amenities include a covered patio, an extended patio, a private pool with a variable speed pump & mature landscaping. The Val Vista Lakes community, offers an 8-court championship tennis complex, pickle ball courts, indoor racquetball courts, cardio & weight facilities, a junior Olympic swimming pool & spa along with a swimming pool with a sandy beach.

4267 E Bernice Street Gilbert, AZ 85295

$639,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,815 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6802585
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
The beautiful Capital Plan, 1815sf single story home is a beautifully laid out with 3 bedrooms, Den with 2 baths. With a spacious great room with open gourmet kitchen. The master bedroom features a large walk in closet and a beautifully appointed Luxury plank vinyl flooring shows off the wonderful great room which open to the outside with an all expansive 12' atrium glass door. The gourmet kitchen features upgraded 42'' upper style cabinets with crown molding. The granite countertops are highlighted by the upgraded full tile backsplash. This beautiful home is amazing- shows like a dream!

14570 N 142nd Lane Surprise, AZ 85379

$639,900
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,068 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6801268
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Nestled in a prime location, this stunning home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and space. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by its thoughtful design and versatile layout. Enjoy a formal living and dining room perfect for entertaining, complemented by a cozy yet spacious family room for everyday relaxation. The space is currently being used as a private Theater room. A generously sized kitchen with a central island, walk-in pantry, and ample counter space—ideal for culinary enthusiasts. A full bedroom and bathroom on the main level provide flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find a massive game room/loft area, ready for movie nights, hobbies, or a home office. The oversized master suite boasts a spa-like bathroom and an expansive walk-in closet. A private, beautifully landscaped backyard with no rear neighbors offers the perfect spot for gatherings, relaxation, or play.

18109 W Juniper Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338

$639,900
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,700 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6801710
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Wonderful TW LEWIS 4-bedroom plus /DEN/Formal Dining- home sitting on a desirable OVERSIZED corner lot! This one-story jewel offers a 3-car garage with an extended driveway for all your vehicles. The spacious interior provides cozy living spaces with endless entertainment possibilities. Cook like a chef in the kitchen equipped with granite counters, built-in appliances, a pantry, plenty of cabinets, and an Enormous island with a breakfast bar. The main retreat has private backyard access and a gorgeous bathroom boasting a separate tub/ Private tiled glass block SNAIL shower, dual sinks, and a HUGE walk-in closet. The LARGE backyard is ideal for relaxing with its above-ground heated spa, covered patio, fire pit, lovely pavers, 2 raised flower beds, and desert landscaping. Perfect for entertaining! You don't want to miss this HOME!! Location is IDEAL! Custom Mural painted on the side wall that literally mingles in with the clear skies, and Estrella MTN'S. super cool!!! While Enjoying your extended cozy patio with custom patio shades. This community is in a GATED community THE Fairways - that is nestled in the Famous Golf club of Estrella managed by TROON, designed by Nicklaus. Surrounded by majestic mountains and wide-open desert vistas, life in Estrella is a masterpiece of harmonious balance. Dynamic, yet serene.. it offers young couples, families, and retirees a resort-inspired lifestyle with state-of-the-art amenities (Pickleball, B-Ball courts, volley ball courts, playgrounds, Lakes, hiking & Biking Trails, 2 state of the Art all inclusive community centers, with work out facilities, waterslides and heated pools) Estrella communities feature remarkable living with rich architecture, diverse neighborhood streetscapes, and inviting gathering areas.

4893 Big Pine Drive Lakeside, AZ 85929

$639,900
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,154 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6804035
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
OPPORTUNITY to own this amazing turn-key log cabin dream home with 5-bedrooms, 2.5-bathrooms with a 2-car garage in the white mountains! All furnishings are included in the sale. This exclusive mountain getaway is within a 30-minute drive to Sunrise Ski Report and nearby Rainbow Lake. No HOA is a big plus. Experience outdoor living at its best and activities year-round. Great lot with an abundance of pine trees for privacy and located at the end of a cul-te-sac. Lots of curb appeal with a large welcoming covered patio and a porch swing perfect for a quiet morning cup of coffee. The home comes with 3 exterior patios and is truly the perfect place for entertaining friends and family! The inviting interior offers a large family room with a guestroom and ½ bathroom located downstairs. The enormous eat-in kitchen has picture perfect windows, granite counter tops, ss appliances, and lots of cabinetry for additional storage. Upstairs you will find the remaining 4 bedrooms with separate laundry room. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with a shower and single vanity. The remaining bedrooms are ample size and share the hallway bathroom. Outside you will find a relaxing covered patio with an above ground gas firepit. Don't forget about the premium hot tub installed (2024). If you enjoy listening to birds and quiet living, this charming home will not disappoint! Tankless hot water heater installed (2024). Installed view fence in the backyard (2024). New SS Refrigerator in kitchen (2024). The shed has a door code and will also convey. OPPORTUNITY to own this amazing turn-key log cabin dream home with 5-bedrooms, 2.5-bathrooms with a 2-car garage in the white mountains! All furnishings are included in the sale. This exclusive mountain getaway is within a 30-minute drive to Sunrise Ski Report and nearby Rainbow Lake. No HOA is a big plus. Expericence outdoor living at its best and activities year-round. Great lot with an abundance of pine trees for privacy and located at the end of a cul-te-sac. Lots of curb appeal with a large welcoming covered patio and a porch swing perfect for a quiet morning cup of coffee. The home comes with 3 exterior patios and is truly the perfect place for entertaining friends and family! The inviting interior offers a large family room with a guestroom and ½ bathroom located downstairs. The enormous eat-in kitchen has picture perfect windows, granite counter tops, ss appliances, and lots of cabinetry for additional storage. Upstairs you will find the remaining 4 bedrooms with separate laundry room. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with a shower and single vanity. The remaining bedrooms are ample size and share the hallway bathroom. Outside you will find a relaxing covered patio with an above ground gas firepit. Don't forget about the premium hot tub installed (2024). If you enjoy listening to birds and quiet living, this charming home will not disappoint! Tankless hot water heater installed (2024). Installed view fence in the backyard (2024). New SS Refrigerator in kitchen (2024). The shed has a door code and will also convey. Space heaters are in every room. The refrigerator in garage does not convey.

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