Mary Markou Realtor

10/12/2026

Year-by-year tips for upgrading your home over the next five years.

What renovations should you tackle first? Follow this 5-year guide.

10/08/2026

Don’t make any big credit purchases during the homebuying process.

Caption: Your credit score plays a major role in getting approved for a mortgage, so it’s important to keep it stable while you’re in the process of buying a home. Avoid making large purchases, such as financing a car or opening new credit cards, until after closing. Even a small change in your credit profile can affect your loan approval or interest rate.

Are you ready to start searching for your next home? Let’s chat about your next steps!

10/05/2026

Find out how you can color drench a room for added drama.

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn A Scary Good Color Trend Home Improvement | By Allison Gomes | 1 Likes SHARE Facebook Twitter LinkedIn More Paint is a powerful tool that can transform a room, revitalize the exterior of a home, or bring life back to an old piece of furniture. And now there’s a new trend ...

10/01/2026

October is the month to prepare your home for the upcoming winter. Raking any leaves and clearing your gutters can help avoid water damage, while your winterizing outdoor faucets will prevent freezing. Don’t forget to replace your HVAC filters for better indoor air quality and increased efficiency!

09/28/2026

Football season is the most wonderful time of the year. Who are you rooting for?

09/26/2026

🏡 UPDATED WATERFRONT HOME IN VAL VISTA LAKES!

If you’ve been waiting for a single-level waterfront home in one of Gilbert’s most recognizable lake communities, this is it!!

Located in gated Lakeside at Val Vista Lakes, this home has been extensively updated within the past four years, including the kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and roof. It also features owned solar, beautiful taupe cabinetry, quartz countertops throughout and LVP flooring.

The spacious primary suite and guest suite both open to the patio, making it easy to step outside and enjoy the lake views. The open floor plan features two stacked-stone fireplaces, while the 4th bedroom includes a full wall of shelving and cabinetry—ideal for a home office.

Outside, you’ll find a huge covered patio plus an additional lakeside patio with plenty of room to relax, entertain and enjoy waterfront living.

Even better—you can boat to the Val Vista Lakes clubhouse and enjoy community pools, pickleball, tennis and more.

📍1902 E. Willow Tree Ct., Gilbert, AZ 85234

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@ KW Integrity First Realty
📲480.620.9011
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09/24/2026

Avoid costly surprises during the homebuying process with this list of possible fees and expenses.

09/21/2026

Confused by all of the lingo when it comes to home buying? This guide to the different types of home sales can give you peace of mind.

Not sure of all your options when it comes to buying and selling a home? We've got you covered.

09/17/2026

Your property value determines your taxes, equity, and its resale price. 💰🏠 So where does this amount come from? Assessors come up with a figure based on its purchase value, local neighborhood demand, home improvements, current real estate market conditions, and much more. Unfortunately, trying to calculate this alone can be a headache! 🤯😵‍💫🤪

Want to find out what your home is worth? Let’s connect today!

09/14/2026

It’s good! Whenever a client’s offer is approved, a little touchdown dance happens. Get in contact today and get ready to score your dream home.