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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1291 W Treasure Trail Apache Junction, AZ 85120

$603,990

4 Beds

2 Baths

2,432 SqFt

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MLS # 6750806

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Up to 3% of base price or total purchase price, whichever is less, is available through preferred lender plus additional 2% of base price or total purchase price, whichever is less, is available to be used toward closing costs, pre-paids, rate buy downs, and/or price adjustments. The Avelino floor plan offers a refined single-story design with four bedrooms, including an AllGen suite, and a spacious flex area ideal for an office, TV room, or study. Featuring front yard landscaping, this home will be ready for occupancy in October or November. Conveniently situated near community parks, grocery stores, and dining options.

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34505 N Timberlake Manor San Tan Valley, AZ 85144

$603,450

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,786 SqFt

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MLS # 6792961

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Beautiful brand new with European kitchen layout, stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, 8' interior doors. 4 bedroom plus study.

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1571 W Orchid Lane Chandler, AZ 85224

$603,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,786 SqFt

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MLS # 6799475

Property Type Single Family Residence

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This is the 2-story home you've been looking for in the heart of Chandler! Close to Chandler Fashion Square, Loop 101, downtown Tempe, ASU, Sky Harbor, and so much more! Great curb appeal with well-manicured landscaping and a welcoming front porch. This home includes a 3-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom with a 2-car garage and a sparkling pool! Discover an inviting living room & formal dining area with high ceilings, a modern design, picture perfect windows that let in lots of natural light, beautiful title flooring, plantation shutters, and a wood burning fireplace. Don't forget about the spacious great room that will not disappoint! The perfect place for entertaining friends and family. The eat-in kitchen offers modern appliances, gorgeous cabinets, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a pantry. The primary bedroom is amazing with French doors leading to a private balcony, a walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with dual vanities & a luxurious shower. The additional bedrooms are ample size and share a hallway bathroom. Laundry is inside. In the backyard, you can relax on the cozy balcony or under the covered patio next to the refreshing pool. This gem also backs up to a green belt! You can't miss out on this property!

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17580 W Running Deer Trail Surprise, AZ 85387

$602,995

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,840 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6699992

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Explore this impressive Darius home, ready for an August move-in. Included features: an inviting covered entry; a spacious great room; a quiet study; an open dining area; a gourmet kitchen offering a double oven, quartz countertops, 42'' cabinets, a center island and a pantry; a lavish primary suite showcasing a generous walk-in closet and a private bath with double sinks and cultured marble countertops; a convenient laundry; a large living room; a covered patio and a 3-car garage. This home also offers additional windows, ceiling fan prewiring and stone tile flooring in select rooms as well as airy 10' ceilings throughout.

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17632 W Blue Sky Drive Surprise, AZ 85387

$602,995

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,840 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6766476

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

The Darius provides a sophisticated and accommodating ranch-style layout. In addition to a lavish owner's suite— with a roomy walk-in closet and attached double-sink bath—this home includes a second owner's suite with an adjacent living room, perfect for MULTI-generational living. For a more complete secondary residence, in addition to a kitchenette with a sink, refrigerator and cabinets. You'll also enjoy a 3-car garage, a study, a great room with an adjacent covered patio—featuring optional center-meet or multi-slide doors—and an inviting kitchen with a generous island, built-in pantry, dining nook and optional gourmet features. This new addition to the sought-after Desert Oasis masterplan in Surprise offers five impressive ranch plans, including some with UltraGarage® attached RV/boat garages! The beautiful masterplan also boasts an onsite K-8 school, community pool, parks, basketball, trails and open space, as well as easy access to nearby shopping, dining and recreation.

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7619 W Avenida Del Rey -- Peoria, AZ 85383

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$602,990

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,779 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6806963

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Brand new community in North Peoria! Beautiful 3 bedroom/ Den/ 2.5 bath home with 2 car garage located at the Retreat at Aloravita. Estimated completion April 2025. This well-thought-out single-story home has great curb appeal with a beautiful farmhouse exterior, front desert landscape and paver driveway.The open concept kitchen is perfect for entertaining and features a large Island, walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances with gas range. It also offers our Roosevelt Palette which includes sarsaparilla 42'' cabinets, carrara breeze quartz kitchen countertops, white mosaic kitchen backsplash, and 6x24 wood looking plank tile in all the common areas, and brushed nickel plumbing fixtures. The great room has a 4-panel sliding glass door, perfect for indoor/outdoor living! The primary suite has a spacious walk-in closet, double sinks, large walk-in shower, and an additional linen closet for extra storage. This home also includes a refrigerator, washer/dryer, and interior blinds making it move in ready. Great location close to dining, freeways, parks, and entertainment!

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16109 W Mohave Street Goodyear, AZ 85338

$602,300

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,959 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6703414

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Enjoy this HOT summer swimming with friends and family! This Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3 car garage, RV Gate home is a steel! Don't miss out on this 12,916 Sqft Lot!

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12015 W Parkway Lane Avondale, AZ 85323

$601,995

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,480 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6742829

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Discover this ranch-style Townsend home, ready for quick move-in! Included features: a covered front porch; a relaxing great room with center-meet patio doors; a gourmet kitchen boasting 42'' cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a generous center island and a walk-in pantry; a charming nook; a luxurious primary suite showcasing additional windows, a spacious walk-in closet and a private bath with double sinks; three secondary bedrooms, including on with an attached bath; a shared hall bath; a beautiful study; a central laundry and an inviting covered patio. This home also offers dramatic 10' ceilings, wood laminate and 9 x 35 stone tile flooring, cultured marble bath countertops, ceiling fan prewiring in select rooms, front yard landscaping and concrete pavers at the driveway and walkway. Tour today!

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14770 W Tether Trail Surprise, AZ 85387

$601,600

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,657 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6794652

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

''Smooth and Sophisticated, Nearly Move-in Ready!'' Below-Market Rates with builder's preferred lender. Thoughtfully designed, energy-efficient home with desirable N/S exposure offers everything you need, including a deep, pool-sized backyard, 13 feet of space between neighbors, and a 3-car garage with a service door. Featuring 4 bedrooms, a flex/office space, and 3 bathrooms, this home provides versatile and comfortable living. The gourmet kitchen boasts quartz countertops, tile backsplash, gas cooktop, wall oven/micro, & 42'' upper cabinets. The primary suite offers a retreat-like experience with a tiled shower, spacious walk-in closet, & raised-height vanities in all bathrooms. Convenient location plus community pickleball, ping pong, and cornhole. Some pics of model for design ideas.

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16214 W Questa Drive Surprise, AZ 85387

$600,900

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,357 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6708544

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to Sonoma Coast at Esca;lante! New construction TO BE BUILT! This single level 2357 SF single level 3 BR with den, 2.5 BA home is for the garage guy! 5 1/2 tandem car garage on a larger 8,840 S.F. lot!!. This home can easily be expanded to 5 bedrooms 3 baths. Surrounded by all single level homes. Exciting included features include - 10' ceilings, 8' doors, granite tops in the kitchen, tank less water heater, front yard landscape package. Large kitchen Island with Prep Area. paver driveway, 2'' faux blinds on all windows, ceiling fans in all room,EV outlet in garage, Indoor air plus and Energy Star Qualified. This home is to be built! Floorplan under doc tab.

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10236 E Ursula Avenue Mesa, AZ 85212

New

$600,618

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,536 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6807024

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Located on a premium lot in the desirable new Shea Homes Community of Avalon Crossing, this house is loaded with options! Start with over $28K in flooring. How about a gourmet kitchen with quartz counters? That's just the beginning. Upgraded light and plumbing fixtures, cabinet hardware, gas cooktop, garage door opener, paver driveway, and much more. Discounted $25K for a quick sale. Come see for yourself!

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41451 Hwy 180 2319 Road Nutrioso, AZ 85932

$600,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

816 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6782430

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Tucked away at the foot of Escudilla Mountain in Nutrioso, AZ lies this 20 acres of heaven. The cozy cabin has 1 bedroom, 1 bath, open loft, & covered deck. The well is shared with the adjacent 20 acre ranch property. They may be purchased together for a price discount. MLS # 253554. Property may be used for a variety of ranch, farm, RV park, hunter retreat or other creative scenarios. This is a wildlife thoroughfare in which turkey, deer and elk abound. Lying just off of Hwy 180, it includes two 10 acre parcels , #102-39-005B and 102-39-005C, which provide plenty of acreage to expand. Cabin is 80% complete. See SPDS in Document Tab for more info. Buyer must be accompanied by his agent to enter the property. Owner is licensed Real Estate Broker in AZ

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