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. Â 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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22717 E Lords Way
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
$624,990
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,123
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6761308
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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4 CAR SUPER GARAGE!!! Do not miss the opportunity to own our lovely Opal plan featuring 4 bedrooms, a Den and 3 baths, Modern Desert home Not only will you be impressed with the expansive garage, this N/S homesite has a double gate and is large enough to build a wonderful backyard Oasis. The gourmet kitchen has light grey shaker cabinetry with extended dining cabinets, sleek stainless steele hardware, quartz countertops, and a glitensing tile backsplash. Wood plank tile floors are in the main living areas with designer tile floors in the primary bath; and the primary bath features an oversized shower with tile surrounds. The Opal floor plan offers flexibility with a bedroom, bath, and den separate from the other rooms for a guest suite arrangement. This home offers room for everyone and plenty of storage with the oversized garage, expansive 10' ceilings, & 8' interior doors. Additional convenience features include an electric car charging package, garage sink, preplumb for a sink in the laundry, laundry room to the primary closet, and added LED ceiling lighting. Gather at the community pool, hottub, pickle-ball, BarBQ's, Ramadas, or neighborhood park in our lovely Madera Community. When you choose to venture out for dining and entertainment, there are several options with Queen Creek Market Place a few short miles away and the new Frontier Family Park that is almost complete.
2204 E Kelly Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85298
$624,990
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,793
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6759517
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Nestled in the gated community of Belrose, this stunning Gilbert home offers the ideal blend of style & comfort. Wood-look tile flooring with plush carpeting in all the right places, recessed lighting, & modern fixtures & design elements throughout. The bright, open kitchen boasts white cabinets, sleek stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, RO System, & a walk-in pantry. The spacious primary bedroom features an ensuite with walk-in shower & dual vanity. Enjoy AZ living in your backyard with a covered patio, pavers, & a dog run. Also included, a convenient doggy door, a 2-car garage with extra storage & water softener/whole house filtration system. Situated in an incredible central location, this home provides easy access to highways, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, & more!
17139 W Hackamore Drive
Surprise, AZ 85387
$624,945
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,660
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6771863
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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MLS#6771863 January Completion! Experience the perfect blend of multigenerational living in this thoughtfully designed home. Step through the inviting porch and into the foyer, where you'll find a separate wing featuring three bedrooms, a private multi-gen living area, two bathrooms, and a one-car garage with its own dedicated entry. As you move further inside, a formal dining room sits across from a powder room and a laundry area, along with access to the two-car garage. At the heart of the home, the open-concept design showcases a spacious great room seamlessly connected to a kitchen with an island, casual dining space, and covered outdoor living. The primary suite is tucked away for privacy complete with a spa-inspired bathroom and a generous walk-in closet. Structural options include: paver front porch, garage service door, interior door at multi gen living suite, tile super shower at primary bath, and gourmet kitchen.
31006 W 213th Lane
Wittmann, AZ 85361
$624,900
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,100
SqFt
Status
Active Under Contract
MLS #
6727483
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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60 DAYS & DONE - You don't want to miss this turnkey single-level home offering a 3-car Tandum and a Full RV Garage! Get an up-close look to discover a captivating open floor design filled with bountiful natural light, high ceilings, lovely flooring, soothing palette, recessed lighting, a cozy fireplace, and sliding glass doors to the patio. Prepare gourmet meals in the impeccable kitchen boasting shaker cabinetry with crown molding, beautiful counters, a convenient pantry, and a large island w/a breakfast bar. Owner's suite is a true retreat, providing a private bathroom and a sizable walk-in closet. The secondary bedroom enjoys a walk-in closet too. Sit back & relax under the covered patio while drinking your favorite drink! Contract now and put your personal touch on your new home
28965 N 120th Drive
Peoria, AZ 85383
$624,900
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,916
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6796618
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Stunning home Highly Upgraded home in Vistancia! Enter through the Custom Iron Door to a Master suite off your left which flows into the Gourmet kitchen which has everything! UPGRADED cabinetry, oversized island, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, STUNNING Quartz counters, hood and pot filler, Extended Kitchen counter, custom backsplash and Flooring! Kitchen opens to a large great room with Upgraded wall sliding glass door to your View Fence of the wash. Finished Backyard oasis featuring travertine, artificial grass, pergola, and oversized patio faces east so lots of afternoon shade. 3 car garage with high end epoxy floors and tons of built in cabinets. Other Upgrades in this home are abound: 4 '' shutters, surround sound, 3M window tinting, Security system, water softene
22917 E Camina Buena Vista
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
$624,900
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,519
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6804903
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to this exceptional single-story home located in the sought-after community of Queen Creek! This property features a thoughtfully designed split floor plan with 3 spacious bedrooms, plus den, 2.5 bathrooms, and an open living space that effortlessly combines comfort and style. The primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a large walk-in closet that connects directly to the laundry room!! Primary bath includes soaking tub and walk in shower! Backyard is your own private oasis. The sparkling pool is perfect for cooling off on warm Arizona days, while the covered patio provides a great space for outdoor dining and entertaining. Fully owned solar panels keep energy costs low, making this home both eco-friendly and budget-conscious. Must see! Professional pics coming soo
6013 E Lost Dutchman Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
$624,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,719
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6802953
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Experience breathtaking Mountain & City Light views from this stunning home on 1.25 acres, less than a mile from the base of the Superstition Mountains! This open great room floor plan boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace w/stone surround. The spacious main-level owner's suite offers an updated bath w/a glass-enclosed tile shower & modern cabinetry. Enjoy luxury vinyl plank and tile flooring, accent paint, 2'' blinds, and vaulted wood ceilings. The remodeled kitchen impresses w/tile & wood counters, an island/breakfast bar, pantry, floating shelves, subway tile backsplash, & stainless steel appliances, incl. a gas range. The lower level features 2 large bedrooms & a remodeled guest bath. Relax & soak in the spectacular views from the rooftop deck. With plenty of space to expand. 5th Wheel Camper can convey with sale. Perfect place for In-Laws or Guests
4703 N 206th Drive
Buckeye, AZ 85396
$624,900
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,297
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6799544
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Introducing this highly desirable Lennar NextGen home, which is ONLY available as a resale in the sought-after Victory at Verrado community. Boasting 2 bedrooms, den, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 great rooms, courtyard, covered rear patio with extended pergola, and two add'l rear patio areas. This open-concept home is perfect for those who love to entertain. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with a gas range, hood, and a spacious island, flowing seamlessly into the eat-in breakfast nook. The NextGen suite has a separate entrance and features a full bathroom, bedroom, living room, and kitchen, providing a private retreat for you or your guests. Plantation shutters add a touch of elegance and privacy to this beautiful home.
13198 W Crestvale Drive
Peoria, AZ 85383
$624,900
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,222
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6682953
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$25k PRICE REDUCTION! ATTACHED PRIVATE GUEST SUITE! This space could also be used as a tucked away kids space. With 4 beds, 3 baths, & a 2.5 car garage with storage, this gem offers comfort & convenience. A desirable open layout enhanced with tall ceilings, an accented wall, a trending palette, wood-plank tile flooring, & sliding glass doors, merging the indoor with the outdoor poolside living. The gourmet kitchen is a homemaker's dream, featuring granite counters, recessed fixtures, a walk-in pantry, ample wood cabinetry with crown molding, an island with a breakfast bar, & SS appliances, which includes a gas cooktop & a wall oven. Washer/Dryer and Refrigerator convey! Move-In Ready! The sizable guest's quarter provides a living room, a kitchenette, & a bathroom. Have fun in the large backyard, complete with a covered patio, artificial turf, pavers, an outdoor wooden swing, & a crystal blue pool. Move-in ready!
2300 E Concorda Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
$624,900
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,252
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6704841
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This 4 bedroom, 2 bath large open great room floor plan includes many features: Open kitchen with massive island, lots of counter space, many cabinets, Huge diving pool, Extra large master bedroom, 3 walk in closets, updated bathrooms, corner lot, RV parking with slab and gate, large storage shed, covered patios, North/South exposure, amazing location - close to Freeways, ASU, MCC, Mesa & Tempe Schools, Banner Hospital and Fiesta Mall. Lots of great restaurants close by too! Thank you for showing!!!
22353 N 99th Lane
Peoria, AZ 85383
$624,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,929
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6728823
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This METICULOUSLY CARED FOR and IMMACULATELY KEPT home with GREAT ROOM floor plan will PROVIDE a SPECIAL PLACE for COMFORT and DAILY LIVING but ALSO a PLACE for ENJOYMENT and ENTERTAINMENT*You have YOUR OWN PRIVATE POOL with GREENBELT VIEWS rather than back yard neighbors, as well as the DESIRABLE MEADOWS' COMMUNITY PICKLE BALL COURTS, POOL, SPA, and SPRAWLING PARK only a few doors away*Your KITCHEN has OVERSIZED ISLAND, GAS STOVE, R/O, refrigerator included, and PANTRY*CONVENIENT BUILT IN STUDY CENTER*LARGE OWNER SUITE is split and you can APPRECIATE the added 4-ft extension*This NEWER BUILT HOME has updated CEILING FANS and PENDANT lighting, NEST thermostat, BLINK exterior CAMERAS, and ORANGE and LEMON tree planted in 2023*COME BY and SEE why YOU WILL WANT TO CALL THIS PLACE YOUR ''HOME
10060 E Tumbleweed Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85212
$624,900
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,953
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6762798
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Popular London Model with 2 bed /2 bath, den, & stunning pool/backyard! One of the most extensive upgraded homes in Encore at Eastmark. High end 24x24 porcelain tile throughout home. Upgraded kitchen package with extended upper & lower cabinets. Upgraded tone toned quartz on island, countertops, and backsplash. No culture marble showers here! High end upgraded bathrooms with tile surrounds to ceiling, deco band, niche, and large sitting bench in oversized walk-in shower. Refreshed Kool deck and 2-stage pool pump in 2022. New exterior paint in 2024. Enormous multi slide back yard patio door with retractable screen. Extended covered patio with semi-custom BBQ grill/Firepit, and bar. Custom blinds in primary room, high end security screen door, as well as ring doorbell/cameras. LOOK see Custom cabinetry in the garage, spacious laundry, and mudroom. Amenities galore in Encore to keep you entertained year-round. A major appeal of this 55+ community is its luxurious clubhouse that offers residents a rich lineup of exclusive indoor and outdoor resort-style amenities for a vibrant and active lifestyle. The 15,000 square-foot Encore Club is the central hub of physical activity and social recreation. It features state-of-the-art facilities such as a fitness center with weights, a cardio room, as well as an aerobics and dance studio where residents can stay in shape without paying expensive gym membership fees. Homeowners can freshen up in the locker rooms and then meet up with friends in the internet café, billiards, or banquet room for some fun. The Encore Club also has a classroom, arts and crafts studio, and library, which is perfect for residents who want to learn or explore a new hobby. They can swim laps in the resort-style pool or relax in the adjacent spa. Residents who want more recreation or a challenging game can play on one of the sports courts provided, including tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball. An event lawn is the perfect place to attend a social function, and the playground is a great spot to spend time with the grandkids when they come to visit. The community is surrounded with parks and natural space as well as miles of meandering walking and biking trails that are ideal for leisurely strolls or brisk jogs. With so many top-notch amenities, residents are sure to stay busy and active throughout the week. In addition to these world-class amenities, the Encore Club also hosts a full calendar of social events, fitness classes, daily activities, social clubs, and special interest groups. An on-site activities director is also available to help plan, organize, and develop new activities, hobbies, trips, and events that allow residents of the community to explore new interests and bond with other like-minded adults. Encore at Eastmark is an active adult community that promotes a vibrant and welcoming lifestyle that retirees will love in Mesa, Arizona.