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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$19,900

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800 SqFt

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MLS # 6662829

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***Highly Motivated Seller***55+Park***You will enjoy the spacious feeling in this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home, a super cute home, and a bargain to boot! This adorable place could be either your primary home or your Arizona getaway! Boasts an beautiful Arizona room, which is where the second bedroom is. The interior of this darling place has been well taken care of, with upgrades galore: New wall unit style AC/Heating units remotely controlled as well in Front room, bedroom and 2nd bedroom. Freshly painted inside recently inside. The refrigerator and dryer stay. Low maintenance yard. Buyer to verify schools. New hot water heater as of Jan 2024! The water and sewer are also included in the lot rent! Lot rent is approximately $855.00, Live in a great 55+ park with many amenities to enjoy. Heated pools and spas, or enjoy your days playing pool or reading from the vast library. The walking and biking path winds through the community. This place is bargain paradise!

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9333 E University Drive Mesa, AZ 85207

$18,000

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728 SqFt

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MLS # 6629913

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This spacious 1bd & 1ba will have you ready to relax and kick back with comfort and activities for the single person or active couple. If you feel like you're moving slowly at your age, come on in and get speed back in your step. Here are some amenities our residents enjoy together. Spa, Horseshoes, Shuffleboard Court, Billiard Room, Library, Fitness Center, Dog Park. This home sits in the back on an end cap, so you can have that private BBQ if you want that solitude back. New flooring and subflooring in 2022. A three-car parking spot that will allow your visitors to park off the road.

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7807 E Main Street Mesa, AZ 85207

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This home comes furnished !! You'll definitely LOVE this single-story residence with carport space in Mesa. Once inside, you'll immediately be welcomed by the perfectly-sized great room graced with wood-look flooring in all the right places. Cook your favorite recipes in the kitchen, displaying matching appliances and plenty of cabinet space. The sizable primary bedroom will give you a good night's sleep after an exhausting day! Sit back and relax under the covered patio. Take advantage of the excellent amenities this Community has to offer, such as a swimming pool, spa, and many more directly across the street from you ! Library sits next door to your home and the laundry mat is steps away from your front door. What are you waiting for? This value is ready for you to move in and enjoy!

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$17,000

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800 SqFt

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Seller Financing Available! This one bedroom, one bath is located within the 55+ age restricted community of Paradise Valley Ranch. Freshly painted, this home features central AC and heat, gas cooking and all appliances including W/D. It features two extended covered carports offering privacy and shade. Located at Paradise Valley Ranch 55+ Community operated by Treehouse Communities. Community amenities include, pool, spa, fitness, recreation center, outdoor dining and laundry. The lots are spacious and private.

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$17,000

2 Beds

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720 SqFt

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$15,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

672 SqFt

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Economical 1bed/1bath home located is 55+ Desert Valley Oasis. Spacious Living Room with Eat In Kitchen Counter space. Spacious Kitchen with plenty of cabinet space for dining. Gas Stove and Oven. Appliances Included. Many Updates Including NEW AC and ROOF 2020, New Flooring 2021, New Awning 2023. Large FENCED lot. Storage Shed includes Washer & Dryer. Easy Commute To Shopping, Entertainment, and Freeways. Seller Is Motivated!

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425 E Mckellips Road Mesa, AZ 85203

$15,000

2 Beds

1 Bath

784 SqFt

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MLS # 6668136

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