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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6944 E Diamond Street Scottsdale, AZ 85257

$595,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,442 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6800786
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Discover this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home in the heart of Scottsdale, offering charm, comfort, and convenience with no HOA! This well-maintained property features brand new carpet/pad in the bedrooms, a spacious and functional layout with a bright living area that seamlessly flows into the dining and kitchen spaces. Step outside to enjoy the extended patio, perfect for outdoor relaxation and entertaining, and take advantage of the expansive backyard with an RV pad for your recreational needs. Oversized shed for extra storage! Recent updates include a roof just 4 years old and a new HVAC system installed only 7 months ago, ensuring peace of mind and energy efficiency. Washer and dryer and fridge to convey! Conveniently located near top-notch shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, this home combines modern updates with endless potential. A rare find in a highly desirable area!

581 W Reeves Avenue San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

$595,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Ironwood Crossing - Unit 1, San Tan Valley
Open House
$595,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,371 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6807940
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to 581 W. Reeves, a beautiful 4 bedroom + office, 2.5 bathroom home with ample living space and storage. This property has a perfect floor plan - downstairs offers two living spaces, kitchen, office, and bathroom. Upstairs begins with a huge loft/living room, 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and an oversized laundry room. Easy to maintain landscaping, and a 3-car garage round out this property. Don't miss your chance to make this home your own.

17939 W Lavender Lane Goodyear, AZ 85338

$595,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Coronado Village At Estrella Mtn Ranch Parcel 7.3, Goodyear
Open House
$595,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,271 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6793749
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Seller offering $10k concessions with full price offer, plus local lender incentives. Unlock Your Dream Lifestyle in Estrella Mountain Ranch! Welcome to your oasis of comfort and luxury in the highly sought-after resort-style community of Estrella Mountain Ranch! This stunning single-story Taylor Morrison home effortlessly combines elegant living with vibrant community amenities, ensuring you and your family enjoy a lifestyle like no other. The thoughtfully designed split floor plan creates the perfect balance of privacy and open living. This home is move in ready! Enjoy the fresh feel of a well-maintained home, just waiting for your personal touch. Spacious Living Areas: Natural light pours into the inviting living space, making it the ideal space for family gatherings or entertaining. The modern kitchen allows you to cook and create in a stylish kitchen with modern appliances, ample cabinet space, and a large eat-in kitchen island. Community Features: Estrella Mountain Ranch isn't just a place to live; it's a lifestyle! With unbeatable amenities at your fingertips, everyday life transforms into a vacation experience: Lakes & Yacht Club: Enjoy weekends on the water with paddle boats, sailboats, and kayaks just steps from your door. Starpoint Residents Club: Dive into fun at the 24,000 sqft recreation center featuring a waterpark, gym, heated lap pool, and teen game rooms! Presidio Residents Club: Relax and dine at the 18,500 sqft recreation center with a heated pool, splash pad, top-of-the-line fitness facility, restaurant, and a gourmet demonstration kitchen. Sports and Recreation: Challenge friends on the pickleball and basketball courts, or enjoy a game of tennis or sand volleyball. Plus, explore 60+ miles of scenic hiking and biking trails! Top-Rated Schools: Families will appreciate the access to highly-rated schools in this master-planned community, ensuring quality education is right around the corner. Don't wait! Schedule Your Tour Today! This incredible home in Estrella Mountain Ranch awaits is move in ready. The only thing missing is YOU! Don't miss out on the opportunity to live in a community that offers everything you could desire for an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Let your new adventure begin!

1315 E Gemini Drive Tempe, AZ 85283

$595,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Bradley Place, Tempe
Open House
$595,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,924 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6778194
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
NEW PAINT inside & outside! Come view this charming updated block home with a pool, no HOA and RV gate. Bright and open remodeled kitchen with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances including a fridge. Luxury vinyl flooring throughout including the bedrooms. Real fireplace in the living room. The roof was replaced 3 years. HVAC replaced in 2018. Primary suite bathroom remodel with walk in shower, white vanity and quartz countertops. Entertainers backyard. Covered patio, Pebble Tec diving pool, pavers and a pergola for shade. Located in a desirable Tempe neighborhood with no HOA, this home is within walking distance to all three schools and conveniently close to freeways, shopping, and dining. North/South exposure

47970 N Navidad Court Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$594,999
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,263 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6800778
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Step into this move-in ready masterpiece featuring tile flooring throughout & tall baseboards for a modern flair. The kitchen boasts white cabinets, matching quartz countertops, double ovens, and a unique appliance/coffee station with deep drawers, tons of storage, & pantry. The open floorplan is perfect for entertaining, with big windows bringing in natural light. A bright office with French doors is conveniently located near the entry. The oversized primary suite features a custom wall, barn door, & stunning bath with dual sinks, a lit mirror, & extra-large walk-in shower. Guest bath wows with black accents, light-up mirrors, & tub with glass front/black tile walls. Out back, enjoy privacy and desert views from your extended patio and spa. The 3-car garage, rock décor, and curb appeal complete this home. Don't miss the neighborhood park and BBQ Ramadas surrounded by state land for 4x4 adventures!

17580 W Running Deer Trail Surprise, AZ 85387

$594,995
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,840 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6699992
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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.

17632 W Blue Sky Drive Surprise, AZ 85387

$594,995
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.

16425 W Desert Mirage Drive Surprise, AZ 85388

$594,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,623 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6790126
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
BELOW MARKET INTEREST RATES ON THIS HOME AND READY FOR MOVE-IN! It's the very popular Topaz floor plan with 4 bedrooms + study, 3 full baths and a 3 car tandem garage. Multi slide door off the extended covered patio. Pavers at drive , walk and entry. Kitchen features include AZY Hana Sky quartz countertops with an single bowl apron sink in stainless steel. Maple cabinets in Boulder-gray cabinets with 42'' kitchen uppers and a pull out trash drawer. 8' interior doors throughout the home. Upgrade flooring includes DT Broxburn Gray 6x24 plank tile in all areas of the home except bedrooms and closets. 5'' baseboards and 3 1/4'' door casings. Owner's bath has dual vanity sinks and a separate tub and shower with tile surrounds and so much more. Please verify information with onsite agent

20257 W Catalina Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$594,990
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,510 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6783696
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
BELOW MARKET INTEREST RATES ON THIS HOME AND READY FOR MOVE-IN! It's the beautiful Jade floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Multi slide door that leads out to the covered patio. Large walk in shower at owner's bath with tile surrounds. Kitchen features include a stainless steel gas appliance package with a 30'' cooktop, wall oven, canopy hood. Barnett Boulder cabinets. AZT Hana Sky Quartz countertops on the expanded kitchen island. Stainless steel undermount single bowl sink. Upgrade flooring includes DT Valance Gray 6x24 plank tile in all areas of the home except bedrooms and closets. Gas stub for future BBQ, soft water loop, 8' tall garage door with two remotes. Garage service door for easy access into the backyard and so much more.

2445 W Rowel Road Phoenix, AZ 85085

$594,990
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,964 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6785167
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to your NEW HOME at Aster in Union Park! This home offers 1,964 sq ft of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. The primary bedroom has dual walk-in closets and a private deck. The Design features are the Elevated A package of upgrades including 42'' flagstone cabinets, quartz countertop, custom backsplash, large island, GE Profile stainless steel appliances and gas range and 6x36 tile flooring. HOA includes Union Park Amenities, front yard landscaping. Union Park residents will enjoy the abundance of amenities that include, resort styled pool and lounge areas, a 5800 sq ft clubhouse, pickleball courts, basketball courts, 11 parks, playgrounds and walking paths. Easy access to 3 freeways within 10 minutes and 25 minutes to Airport.

3365 E Aris Drive Gilbert, AZ 85298

$594,990
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,122 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6751289
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Stunning 4 bed/2bath home is perfectly situated on a corner lot in the sought-after community of Marbella Vineyards. As you step inside, you're greeted by a spacious front living and dining room, ideal for hosting guests or enjoying quiet evenings at home. The heart of the home is the modern kitchen, boasts an oversized island, perfect for both meal prep and entertaining. Modern floor tiles flow throughout the entire house, providing both style and easy maintenance. The owner's suite offers a tranquil retreat with a cozy sitting area complete with a bay window. The secondary bathroom offers double sinks for added functionality. Extended 2.5-car garage provides ample space, featuring built-in cabinets and overhead racks to help keep everything organized Step outside to the low-maintenance backyard, lush turf and an open fence, creating an oasis with only one neighboring property. Additionally, the home comes equipped with leased solar panels, enhancing its energy efficiency and reducing utility costs. This home truly has it all, from its modern finishes to its thoughtful design, ensuring comfort and convenience at every turn.

11192 N 109th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85259

$594,950
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,360 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6809873
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath single story townhome in Montana Del Sol that is move in ready! Upgrades have not been spared including NEW windows (2022), NEW roof (2022), all new kitchen appliances including GE Cafe series induction range. This home sits in an ideal community close to hiking trails, grocery shopping at Sprouts, restaurants like Flower Child and minutes to Honor Health Scottsdale hospital. The community offers a community pool within walking distance along with tennis courts! As you enter the property, you will be greeted by a delightful front yard sitting area that provides shade, perfect for relaxing and morning coffee. Step inside to find a cozy living area with large windows that let in tons of natural light. The spacious formal dining room is ideal for entertaining, while the eat-in kitchen offers a comfortable spot for casual meals. Tile flooring flows seamlessly throughout the home, with plush carpeting in the bedrooms for added comfort. The primary bedroom is a private retreat, offering a separate exit to the backyard, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite 3/4 bathroom with double sinks for ultimate convenience. The second bedroom is equally spacious, perfect for guests or an office space. Step outside to the backyard, where you'll find low-maintenance synthetic grass and a covered patio  ideal for outdoor living and enjoying Scottsdale's beautiful weather. This home is part of a well-established community with a peaceful atmosphere, and it is ideally located near shopping, dining, and recreational options. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this beautifully maintained home! **Some furnishings available with separate Bill of Sale! **See list of close to $100k in upgrades in Documents Tab**

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