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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$632,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,165 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6800828
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$632,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,248 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6775164
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$631,608
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,222 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6760428
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,896 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6748283
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
6 Beds
3 Baths
2,400 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6794502
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,973 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6790493
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,446 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6795492
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,120 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6791017
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Pristine , remodeled, 4 bd.+ den/office+3 full bath+3 car garage with heated pool & spa on a private corner lot! A cozy courtyard greets you as you enter, where you'll find plantation shutters, wood-look floors, and a neutral palette throughout. The spacious kitchen boasts upgraded cabinetry, center island, granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances. Step outside of kitchen to a backyard oasis with fireplace, built in BBQ, Pergola, outdoor dining area, & low maintenance grass. Side yard has Storage shed, dog run & kennel. Garage has epoxy floors, built in cabinets, & electric car charger. This home can be sold turn key with items on separate bill of sale. LOCATION! Gorgeous Master Planned Community of Anthem. Which has a huge Community Center, with state of the art gym.... Rock Climbing Wall, Heated Pools, Civic Center, Water Parks, Catch and Release fishing ponds. Outdoor Amphitheater, Skate Park, Dog Park, Basketball, Volleyball and Tennis and Pickle ball Courts, Daisy Mountain Train through the Park, Grocery Stores, Dining and Shopping. Close to new TSMC complex & an easy 29 mile drive North of the Phoenix Airport . Less than an hour south of Sedona. Conveniently located just 10 minutes north of 17 and 101 for easy access to Scottsdale, Glendale and Peoria. Just 13 miles From Desert Ridge Area, 16 miles from Scottsdale. 9 miles from Lake Pleasant to enjoy boating, jet skis or just a dinner on the pier. And don't forget Baseball Spring training! Come and experience a true resort living home. Home can also be available turn key or some items separate bill of sale. Buy with confidence! Buy with confidence, a one year home warranty with upgraded coverage with acceptable offer to the seller.

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$630,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,954 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6793605
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
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$630,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,049 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6793139
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,760 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6804365
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$630,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,619 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6799380
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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