Marie Zavilla
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Marie Zavilla

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Marie Zavlla

Marie Zavlla

A native of Providence, Rhode Island, Marie received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Rhode Island. After moving to Denver, CO, she enlisted in the US Air Force. While enlisted as Medical Laboratory Technician, she completed her Master’s Degree in Management with Troy State University and was ultimately commissioned as a Transportation Officer. Her military career allowed her to live in various parts of the US (Arkansas, California, Florida, Ohio) and Germany, as well as a tour in the Middle East during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. After she and her husband retired from the military, they relocated to the Phoenix area in 2001 so that he could continue his aviation career.

Marie earned her AZ Real Estate license in early 2002 and her AZ Real Estate Broker’s license in mid-2005. A strong advocate of continuing education, she has been awarded the Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designations by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). She is also recognized as a leader in the practice of Online Real Estate and officially certified as an e-PRO, Internet Professional, by the NAR. As a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), she helps homeowners navigate their choices when they are behind on their mortgage payments and/or they owe more on their mortgage than their home’s present value. Marie’s moral and ethical philosophy in real estate and her personal relocation experiences enable her to build enduring relationships with her clients while helping them "Cross New Thresholds".

For fun…. she and her husband enjoy hiking, traveling, and riding their motorcycles.

Professional Affiliations and Designations

National Association of REALTORS®
South East Valley Regional Association of REALTORS®
West Maricopa Association of REALTORS®
Master of Real Estate Society (MRE)
Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP)
Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)
At Home With Diversity (AHWD)
Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
Certified Risk Management Specialist (rCRMS)
e-PRO Internet Professional (e-PRO)
Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI)

Professional Real Estate Partners


Recent Articles

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31 Oct 2022

7 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Sale Price

by Marie Zavlla

Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled.1 Consequently, home sellers who enter the market...

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30 Sep 2022

Buy Now or Rent Longer? 5 Questions to Answer Before Purchasing Your First Home

by Marie Zavlla

Deciding whether to jump into the housing market or rent instead is rarely an easy decision – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. But in today’s whirlwind market, you may find it particularly challenging...

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31 Aug 2022

8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate

by Marie Zavlla

Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where rates are...

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01 Aug 2022

10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move

by Marie Zavlla

The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to...

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30 Jun 2022

7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

by Marie Zavlla

No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to...

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01 Jun 2022

Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Marie Zavlla

The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%...

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01 May 2022

5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Marie Zavlla

Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of...

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01 Apr 2022

Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale

by Marie Zavlla

We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting...

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01 Mar 2022

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

by Marie Zavlla

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars,...

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01 Nov 2021

New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?

by Marie Zavlla

Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...

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Recent Listings

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10213 W Daley Ln Peoria AZ 85383

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,968 sqft

10213 W Daley Ln Peoria AZ 85383 Beautifully updated 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home in Northern Peoria AZ’s beautiful 85383 zip code. You’ll be delighted with the many designer touches throughout this spacious 1968 sq...

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