Mark Merry — Scottsdale Mortgage Lender With 30+ Years of Experience
Mark Merry grew up in Saint Paul, Minnesota — which probably explains why he spends as much time as possible in Scottsdale. After more than 30 years in the mortgage industry, Mark has helped hundreds of buyers, homeowners, and retirees navigate one of the most important financial decisions of their lives.
Mark works in both the Arizona and Minnesota markets, splitting time between Scottsdale and the Twin Cities — and bringing the same no-nonsense Midwestern approach to every client he works with. Whether you're buying your first home, refinancing, investing in rental properties, exploring a reverse mortgage, or trying to buy before you sell, Mark has structured that loan before. Many times.
With 30+ years of residential mortgage experience, Mark is licensed in all 50 states and specializes in every type of residential loan program — conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo, DSCR, reverse mortgage, new construction, and more. His edge isn't just experience — it's knowing which loan structure actually fits your situation, and being straight with you about it.
QUICK FACTS SECTION
- 📍 Based in Scottsdale, AZ and Edina, MN
- 🏦 Mortgage Lender at Granite Bank
- 📋 Licensed in All 50 States
- 🏠 30+ Years of Residential Mortgage Experience
- 👨👩👧👦 Married with two kids
- ⛳ Avid golfer — ask him about Scottsdale's best courses
What Mark Specializes In There isn't a residential loan scenario Mark hasn't seen. He works with:
- First-time homebuyers getting into the market
- Move-up buyers navigating the buy before you sell process
- Retirees and seniors exploring reverse mortgage options
- Real estate investors using DSCR and investment loan programs
- Veterans using VA loan benefits
- High-value buyers needing jumbo financing
- New construction buyers comparing builder lenders
- Self-employed borrowers with complex income
Mark's Approach
Most lenders focus on getting you to closing. Mark focuses on getting you the right loan structure from day one — one that fits your goals, your timeline, and your financial picture. He's direct, responsive, and doesn't waste your time with options that don't make sense for your situation.
When you work with Mark you get one-on-one attention from start to finish — not a call center, not a loan processor you've never met. Just Mark.
Ready to Work With Mark?
Start with a conversation. No obligation, no pressure — just clear answers about your options.
Call Mark 480-442-7487
