Mark Ponton

★★★★★
"I cannot express how grateful we are to have had Mark as our realtor during our home-buying journey! From our very first meeting, he made us feel like a priority, taking the time to understand our needs and preferences. His extensive knowledge of the market and keen insights into various neighborhoods were invaluable as we navigated the real estate landscape. Mark's professionalism and attention to detail were evident at every step. He was always prompt in responding to our questions and concerns, making the often daunting home-buying process feel seamless and stress-free. His excellent negotiation skills ensured that we got the best possible deal on our dream home. What truly sets Mark apart is his genuine passion for helping people find their perfect homes. He went above and beyond, arranging numerous viewings and providing us with honest feedback on each property. Mark’s warm and approachable demeanor made us feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire process. Thanks to Mark's hard work and dedication, we are now happily settled in our new home, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! I wholeheartedly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and caring realtor. If you're looking for someone who will truly advocate for you, look no further than Mark! Thank you, Mark, for making our dreams a reality!" - Luis

★★★★★
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Mark Ponton from Compass to sell our home and we couldn't be more delighted with the outstanding service and results. From the initial consultation to the final closing, Mark demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication. His market knowledge was exceptional, providing invaluable insights that helped us understand the current trends and set the perfect price for our property. Mark went above and beyond in marketing our home and his strategies were right on the mark. Throughout the process, communication was seamless. Mark was always available to address any questions or concerns. His negotiation skills were remarkable, resulting in a fantastic deal that exceeded our expectations. Moreover, Mark exhibited genuine care and professionalism throughout. I wholeheartedly recommend Mark Ponton to anyone looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and results-driven real estate professional. Thank you for your exceptional service!" - Melinda G.

★★★★★
"We had a great experience working with Mark Ponton. He was very patient, helpful, knowledgeable and professional. We felt very well represented when we closed on our land. Totally recommended!" - Atenea P.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton helped us buy our condo and helped us market to sell this past week. I couldn’t be happier with his marketing of the property, hosting an open house the first weekend, and getting an offer within 2 weeks! His communication with us and the buyers was great and was always available to answer questions. Mark has a friendly, approachable personality. I highly recommend him! " - Kerry G.

★★★★★
"This was the first home purchase for my wife and I and in this crazy market! Mark Ponton made everything easy and took a lot of time to explain anything we were unsure of. He held our hand every step of the way and got us to the finish line. Thank you for hopefully the first of many successful purchases!" - John O.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton has everything I look for when doing business with someone. He treats us like we're his only clients by being so friendly, personable, responsive, and attentive. He is incredibly thoughtful, and we just know we can trust him with everything. He makes the process so easy and is the epitome of a person who goes above and beyond. I would recommend Mark to anyone who wants to be able to sit back and relax while your trusted partner and adviser makes your home-buying dreams a reality. We'll always be forever grateful." - Ginger L.

★★★★★
"This is my 4th property in the last 5-6 years with Mark so I think that says everything about Mark and his help with finding good properties. I have also referred Mark to numerous friends. It is always great to work with Mark and very happy to have an agent like him. " - Siddharth S,

★★★★★
"I am extremely satisfied with the level of service that I received from Mark during the entire home buying process. Mark was abundantly patient with me; being a first-time homebuyer for me, it took a long for to understand how to navigate the process and get my bearings right. Mark was patient with all of my questions; he took sufficient time to help me understand. To say that he went above and beyond would be an understatement. He made the entire process easy for me and is very personable." - Paari S.

★★★★★
"Mark is the best agent God ever created. He’s always thinking one step ahead, always anticipating potential hiccups or issues that may arise, and being proactive about addressing those issues before they become issues. I think we’ve bought a collective 10 homes between all of us Twaddle family members. I think it goes without saying we all love Mark and will continue to use him till death do us part. " - Jonathan T.

★★★★★
"We have just completed our 4th transaction with Mark, and he is the reason we use Compass. I have reasons not to use y’all, but Mark is the reason we did this go-round. He has always been an awesome agent to work with. As a manager of service companies for the south TX region, I would advise you to keep him around as long as you can. Good people are easier to keep than they are to find. " - Steve I.

★★★★★
"Mark was an absolute gem to work with. He had great flexibility and was very responsive. Would often work late hours, messaging us at 10-11 pm to keep us up to date on things. Was aggressive (in a good way) when it came to engaging the sellers on our behalf, which is an absolute must in this market. Never felt pressured to buy something we didn't want, and I always felt he was honest with us. Overall just went the extra mile. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone looking to buy a home. Thanks, Mark, for all your help; we really appreciate you!" - Melissa M.

★★★★★
"I just wanted to outline the exemplary work that Mark has shown over the past 5 years. He continues to outperform any other Realtor I have ever worked with. I’m excited to continue working with him for the long term and close on dozens of properties together. " - Josh T.

★★★★★
"I was referred to Mark by a friend a few months back, and I am extremely grateful for his recommendation. I lived in the Bay Area and was not sure how to move forward with a property purchase in Austin, and the Pandemic made things worse. As with all first-time homebuyers, I was extremely nervous.
Mark is a great Realtor and a wonderful human being. He made me extremely comfortable and gave me an orientation on the Austin Market, the buying process, and then based on my requirements, provided feedback and guidance. He was quick to identify potential prospects and helped us offer for the house we desired. Mark went out of his way to take pictures and videos of the properties while providing me with his detailed observations and comments.
Mark helped manage the communication between all the parties (seller agent, lender, title company, etc.) and made sure that I was duly informed and updated during each step. I wasn't aware of how a property needs to be insured and how to understand an inspection report. Mark took the time to walk me through this.
We were able to close on the property from San Jose, California, without any hassle. We will definitely refer Mark to our friends, and we look forward to working with him in the future." - Ali B.

★★★★★
"We actually contacted Mark in the 11th hour of us putting a deposit on the house and locking it. Right from the beginning, Mark was able to guide us in all aspects thoroughly. We had absolutely no idea about all that was needed to purchase a house since we've lived in apartments till that point, so it was a really good feeling to have Mark guide us. The first thing we loved about Mark was he didn't persuade us to buy the house immediately. He gave us all the pros and cons with respect to the house, it's location, the highway, the noise, etc. and left us to make the decision. He was there for every single meeting, be it a minor thing or the final tour. He made sure all our requests and requirements were met by the builders, and we weren't left without an answer. He even went out of his way to take us to some landscapers and tree suppliers, which we actually went through with. He always replied immediately, be it a text or email, and was always on time to appointments (sometimes even earlier to do some survey before we reached). Overall, I don't think we would have went through this process as smoothly by ourselves without Mark's input. We have already recommended Mark to our friends, and I am sure if we were to do any real estate in the future, it would be with Mark." - Sudarshan S.

★★★★★
"I worked with Mark Ponton for three properties. Also, I have recommended him to many friends who have closed properties with Mark. Everyone LOVES him. He is just amazing. The best part about Mark is that he is very patient. He is a problem solver and will work for his client's benefit rather than just trying to close on a deal. He understands the requirements and also gets what a client wants. I HIGHLY recommend Mark." - Siddharth S.

★★★★★
"Mark was excellent! He went to extremes to make sure everything was perfect with the house, i.e., made sure plants were watered, and lawn mowed. Being out of state, this was very important to us! He is very professional and kept good communication with us regarding offers. We would definitely recommend him to anyone wanting to sell their home!" - Ruth O.

★★★★★
"Mark was GREAT. This was our first home purchase, and Mark walked me through every step, making it easy. I plan to take on a couple of flip properties in the near future and will undoubtedly be using Mark again." - Marcus J.

★★★★★
"My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Mark Ponton once again, and Mark helped us find our dream home! Mark is so honest and was always there when we needed help. When we buy another house, we will definitely contact Mark! He’s the best Realtor you could ask for!" - Stephania M.

★★★★★
"Mark is simply outstanding, and I have truly enjoyed working alongside him. I value his direct and honest opinions on the 100+ properties we have seen together. Thus resulting in 4 property transactions in 4 years (+ many, many more to come). Mark’s sense of urgency and wicked fast response time no matter what hour of the day is quite refreshing and truly one of a kind." - Josh T.

★★★★★
"Working with Compass and our Realtor, Mark Ponton, was everything a first-time homeowner wants; straightforward, easy, and enjoyable! Mark made every stage of the home buying process easy for us. Being new to the Austin area, Mark provided great recommendations on where we should look for homes based on our needs and growing family. When we went with new construction, he was always there to help navigate the process and make sure we were asking the right questions. When our home was delayed, he was helpful in communicating with our builders. Mark was always quick to respond to us and made us feel like his main priority. Mark truly went above and beyond in more than one way to help us in a very exciting time in our lives. We are so thankful that we chose Austin Realty and Mark to work with! If you need a Realtor, Mark is hands down the best of the best." - Aurelien P.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton and I have worked on several deals together. Mark seriously prioritizes my success on a project. That makes him more than an agent but also a good friend. Mark's relentless pursuit of good deals and his ability to help manage and, most times, help participate in certain aspects of a project has made Mark an integral part of our construction and management team. He is a great resource and has a wealth of knowledge regarding most markets in Austin. I can't imagine having to flip properties in Austin, Texas, without Mark as a consultant. I'm looking forward to seeing Mark at our company Christmas party in a few weeks. Thanks, Mark!" - Justin W.

★★★★★
"Mark was great. He was referred to me by a friend in Cottonwood Shores. Her house sat on the market a very long time ( over six months) but was sold fairly quickly once Mark took over. We used a relocation service to move, and at the time he wasn't available to list it. Through the process of our original Realtor and few viewings and only one open house, we inquired about another Realtor with the relocation company. After a conversation, he decided to take us on. Mark recommended some work to be done and found someone to provide a reasonable estimate and then completed the work for us since we were already out of state. He did suggest investing more, to get more, but at the time it wasn't where we were at, and he accepted that. He was always available to talk if we had questions and promptly returned calls or texts, even on the weekends. I appreciate all the work Mark and the team did to get the house shown, making it look good and getting it sold. I will pass Mark's name along if I hear of a friend moving from or to the Austin area." - Kendra L.

★★★★★
"We had a great experience with Mark. He was able to understand our requirements and was able to match them with the new house quickly! We definitely will be recommending Mark to our friends and family. Great job!" - Marisol A.

★★★★★
"Mark was a true partner in helping us buy a house in Austin five years ago. That is why we called him again to both sell that house and to buy another house. He has been vigilant in both finding the home we wanted and protecting us from making the wrong choice. Mark really knows the end to end process, is savvy in negotiations and has guarded our interests at every step. We appreciate how easy it has been to work with Mark, and will again if the need arises." - Harry N.

★★★★★
"We witnessed Mark in action representing our daughter and partner in their search for an Austin home. He was great, an amazing amount of patience, he provided valuable information and opinions. Mark provided the same level of service to us. If any of our friends consider moving to Austin, we would recommend Mark as their estate agent. Compass is lucky to have him." - Burt G.

★★★★★
"We really enjoyed working with Mark. He was our agent for about two years. He was always available on the weekends that we came from Houston to look at homes in Lago Vista. Mark was very knowledgeable about the market there, and he had a good sense of what we were looking for in a home. When at last we found THE ONE, Mark was so helpful in navigating the home buying process. He offered lots of good suggestions and tips. We would definitely recommend Mark to anyone we know looking for a home in the Austin area." - Gary + Lisa J.

★★★★★
"I still remember that Mark stayed back at the office during the Thanksgiving weekend to meet us in person. From the beginning, Mark has always been dependable, and I can't say enough how much he helped us and made the whole process easy; I am still at awe on how we closed our future home in Austin while we are based on California. Mark helped us from getting pre-approved to all the way in arranging for home inspection and finally closing the home. We also appreciate him taking time to visit the properties we were interested, taking pictures of the home and discussing and sharing his comments on the property. I look forward to working with Mark and Compass in future too!" - Purush T.

★★★★★
" Mark Ponton is literally the best. I have now purchased two homes with him, and he could not have been a better advisor and friend when helping me choose the perfect home each time. I highly recommend Mark and can't wait to close on a 3rd home with him! " - Josh T.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton did a wonderful job helping us find and close on the home we love. He was always available to answer any questions we had or to show us potential homes. Mark shared his honest opinion on the properties as well as gave us extra information on the neighborhoods. He was patient with our process and didn't try to show us properties out of our budget. We definitely recommend Mark to anyone looking for a home in Austin!" - Margartia R.

★★★★★
"Mark is a fantastic agent and does an amazing job. He is truly willing to do whatever it takes to make sure the deal pushes all the way through closing. I have worked with Mark on five transactions that have closed and two that are a few weeks from the list, and he has exceeded my expectation on every transaction. I have literally seen Mark do everything from hand loading pallets of paving stone into the back of a trailer the day before an open house to personally absorbing the cost of fees that were being debated between the buyer and us all to help us reach the ultimate goal of closing. All three of the properties I have sold with Mark have had offers and were under contract in the first week, 2 of the properties were under contract within two days of being listed on MLS. I would highly recommend Mark to my closest friends, family, and all my co-workers. Mark is now a great friend of mine, and a very important team member in my business which buys, builds, and remodels houses in the Austin area. I can call Mark and ask questions about deals and transaction that he may not even be involved in and he will always take my call and give me his opinion." - Justin W.

★★★★★
"Mark did an excellent job understanding and supporting my needs and concerns. I really appreciate his unparalleled attention to detail, down-to-earth communication, extensive local knowledge, and his true support for the buyer's interests without the fluff. I wish all real estate agents were as professional as Mark." - Sumit D.

★★★★★
"I can't say enough good things about Mark Ponton. He is an awesome Realtor. A few months ago we were working with a different, very incompetent Realtor. A friend recommended Mark, as he had used him to buy his last two homes and was very pleased. So we gave it a shot. He was so patient and knowledgeable. He made our experience go so smoothly. I will recommend Mark to anyone looking to buy or sell." - Tracey J.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton was as always amazing. A very good person and is professional. This was my 2nd home with Mark, and he just gets better and better." - Siddharth S.

★★★★★
"I got Mark's reference from multiple friends when we decided to start our house search. Mark was really patient and prompt with all our questions and queries. He always shared his honest opinion about the homes. Mark's attention to detail really impressed me. It was a pleasure working with him, and I will definitely recommend him to anyone who is starting their house search." - Akshay M.

★★★★★
"Mark was prompt, patient, efficient, and knowledgeable. I was a first-time buyer and I had been looking at homes for a few weeks by myself to get an idea of what the market looked like. When I got more serious, I had been referred to Mark by many friends, so I hit him up. Mark was super patient with all my questions and helped explain the entire process to me. Even though I was the one who found what house I wanted, he gave me his honest opinion, was respectful and was excited about what I had found! I never once felt that he was condescending to me, even though I was massively new to the process. I fully intend on working with him for any future real estate transactions, as well as referring him to all who ask." - Brandon W.

★★★★★
"Our experience with Mark was fabulous. He definitely exceeded our expectations, and it was a pleasure working with him. He showed us numerous homes for over a year and always gave us great feedback. He has terrific ideas and makes excellent suggestions. He would see important details that we would have otherwise missed. Mark was always readily available, and over the year we spent with him, we learned to trust him, his feedback, his ideas, and suggestions. He proved to be invaluable to us, and it is with great thanks to Mark that we were able to purchase a home in Austin. He additionally demonstrated to us that he has outstanding negotiating skills. We most highly recommend Mark. He knows the Austin market inside and out, and he truly proved to be the very best realtor ever for us!" - Melinda G.

★★★★★
"Our experience with Mark was amazing! He was always available when we needed him to see a house or had a question. He constantly updated us on homes to buy. When we finally found our home, Mark was there every step of the way. Since we purchased a brand new home, Mark came to all the appointments. Mark helped us pick all of our options on the house and recommended us on what to get. He helped us out tremendously with closing. Overall, he was amazing I would recommend him to family and friends. Thanks again!" - Vincent + Stephanie M.

★★★★★
"We closed on our house today and couldn't have been happier with our choice. Mark Ponton was really great at knowing and helping with the whole process. I am pretty selective and I have to tell you that he really knows his stuff. This being our 9th real estate transaction through various states it helps to have someone who can assist you with connecting to great lenders to a great closing title company. Mark did all of those things!!! A huge Thank you to Mark and Compass." - Samar P.

★★★★★
"Mark is amazing. Period. Above and beyond at all times." - Justin M.

★★★★★
"We would definitely like to share our experience with Mark. It has been a pleasure working with him and will definitely refer him to anyone who we know is looking for a realtor. We have already referred him to a couple of friends." - Sarang N.

★★★★★
"Where to begin... My fiance and I came across Mark Ponton with Compass a couple years ago when we were first planning a move to the Austin market. At that time, we were moving from Seattle and were hunting for a home rental via online, which is tough enough without knowing much about an area, but especially tough in a high demand rental market. We finally got in touch with Mark, and our prayers were answered. He personally viewed each house we were interested in and then some. He sent us back video tours so we could accurately get a feel for each house as well as additional photos. He made the entire process of moving to a completely new city incredibly easy. He ended up finding us a perfect rental, which we lived in for 2 years. In the meanwhile, this past year Mark has basically been at our beckoned call anytime we have wanted to view a house listing. We were on the hunt for nearly a year, going through so many phases of which areas were most desirable, and if we wanted a fixer, something new, or raw land.... you name it! We wanted it all! Mark was incredibly patient and guided us through everything as first time home buyers. He gave us pro's and con's of each property (must have been over 20 that we viewed), and was honest enough to tell us when something was not worth it or just not the right fit for us. Just when we felt our search was dying down, we finally found the perfect home! It checked every box for us, and we have Mark to thank for that. He was competitive and determined with our offer, and got us in touch with appraisers, and home inspectors within the first week of viewing it. Our offer was accepted, and all went smoothly. Then, about 2 weeks before our move in date we were forced to move out of our rental at the last minute due to the new tenant. When we had NO PLACE TO GO and were faced with booking a hotel with 3 dogs... and of course Mark opened his doors to us!!! He allowed my fiance and I to stay at a separate apartment of his while we finished closing on our new home. Not only did he do this, but he managed to hook up internet and cable for us while we chaotically moved out of our current rental, furthermore, he allowed us to move ALL OF OUR BELONGINGS into a storage pod and keep it on his driveway while we stayed in his apartment FOR FREE. Now we are happily living in our new home and I can't imagine what we would have done without him. Having worked with other Realtors, and known other Realtors personally, I can certainly say he was by far the most proactive, honest, and diligent Realtor I've met. I have already recommended him to several friends and family members, and will continue to do so for as long as he is around. If anyone is looking for a real estate agent who is willing to go above and beyond for his clients, please ask for MARK PONTON." - Jenee E.

★★★★★
"Mark was awesome! He understood pretty quickly what I was interested in, and which neighborhoods. He helped me to navigate the Texas buying experiences, and was flexible to my schedule and responsive to my questions. I'll be recommending (and have already recommended) Mark to friends who are potential customers." - Abdullah S.

★★★★★
"I worked with Mark Ponton to close on a Condo. He is just amazing. The best part about Mark is that he is very patient. He is a problem solver and will work for his clients benefit rather than just trying to close on a deal. I HIGHLY recommend Mark. I had started with some other realtor for house hunting and it was a nightmare. The person was very pushy and It was very frustrating as I like to take my time. But Mark was very patient and could understand my requirements very well. 5+ STARS for MARK!" - Siddharth S.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton should be able to get 10 stars. He was great. Worked with us for over 4 months taking time helping us find our home. I would recommend Mark to anyone looking for a rockstar agent. He pays attention to every detail with what condition the home is in. Which helps us to build trust. He is a go-getter and wants his clients to be happy. I have suggested him to a few people already. And if we ever are going to need an agent again Mark is our man for life. Thanks, Mark!" - Lauren A.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton is an excellent real estate agent. He is very personable and professional. We will definitely recommend him to any one we know looking to by a new home. Compass should be proud to have Mark working for them." - Becky N.

★★★★★
"5 stars for Mark Ponton all the way. Highly recommended. He was absolutely wonderful to work with and is very knowledgeable, has a sharp eye for details and gives great feedback and advice. I am looking forward to referring future clients to him as a way of thanking him for all of the great help he gave me and my family. Mark will be the first person I call for all of my real estate related needs. Mark's support team at Compass was great, too. Very professional just like Mark." - Andrew W.

★★★★★
"We just wanted to let you know that Mark Ponton exceeded our expectations. He was dedicated, conscientious about replying to our questions, always willing to research for us, and was able to simplify some of the legalese to help us understand much better. We would not hesitate to recommend Mark and Compass to friends and family when dealing with real estate concerns. He was very professional and personable! Thank you Mark!" - Martha + Don A.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton was the best realtor I have ever worked with and I have know quite a few over my years. You will be very pleased with his knowledge, responsiveness, and can-do attitude. He is a problem solver and you won't believe what I am saying but he was very fun to work with." - Helen T.

★★★★★
"We had a great experience with Mark Ponton and Compass. We had to negotiate Austin's crazy real estate market from afar and wouldn't have been able to do it without Mark's help. He was always available to go check out houses as soon as they came on the market and sent us invaluable videos of the homes. Since we couldn't see the homes in person we had to trust Mark's opinion, and he proved to be a savvy and honest agent who helped us find a home that we love. We highly recommend Mark and Compass!" - Patty J.

★★★★★
"I think highly of Mark Ponton and wouldn't hesitate to contact him again the next time I am looking to buy another house. In fact, this is the second time Mark helped us buy a house. In 2009, he was our buying agent." - Stephen A.

★★★★★
"Where to begin... My fiance and I came across Mark Ponton a couple years ago when we were first planning a move to the Austin market. At that time, we were moving from Seattle and were hunting for a home rental via online, which is tough enough without knowing much about an area, but especially tough in a high demand rental market. We finally got in touch with Mark, and our prayers were answered. He personally viewed each house we were interested in and then some. He sent us back video tours so we could accurately get a feel for each house as well as additional photos. He made the entire process of moving to a completely new city incredibly easy. He ended up finding us a perfect rental, which we lived in for 2 years. In the meanwhile, this past year Mark has basically been at our beckoned call anytime we have wanted to view a house listing. We were on the hunt for nearly a year, going through so many phases of which areas were most desirable, and if we wanted a fixer, something new, or raw land.... you name it! We wanted it all! Mark was incredibly patient and guided us through everything as first time home buyers. He gave us pro's and con's of each property (must have been over 20 that we viewed), and was honest enough to tell us when something was not worth it or just not the right fit for us. Just when we felt our search was dying down, we finally found the perfect home! It checked every box for us, and we have Mark to thank for that. He was competitive and determined with our offer, and got us in touch with appraisers, and home inspectors within the first week of viewing it. Our offer was accepted, and all went smoothly. Then, about 2 weeks before our move in date we were forced to move out of our rental at the last minute due to the new tenant. When we had NO PLACE TO GO and were faced with booking a hotel with 3 dogs... Mark opened his doors to us!!! He allowed my fiance and I to stay at a separate apartment he owned while we finished closing on our new home. Not only did he do this, but he managed to hook up internet and cable for us while we chaotically moved out of our current rental, furthermore, he allowed us to move ALL OF OUR BELONGINGS into a storage pod and keep it on his driveway while we stayed in his apartment FOR FREE. I cant imagine what we would have done without him, and I cant imagine another real estate agent being as proactive, honest, and diligent as him. I have already recommended him to several friends and family members, and will continue to do so for as long as he is around. If anyone is looking for a real estate agent who is willing to go above and beyond for his clients, please ask for Mark Ponton." - Jonathan T.

★★★★★
"Mark was incredible from the time we met him. He was patient with us as we rented for a couple years, helping us get into two properties. He went well above and beyond in helping us secure and close on the perfect home for our family. He went out of his way to assist with the inspection, scheduling quotes for repairs, etc. We will recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor. Our experience has been top notch." - Jason M.

★★★★★
"My husband and I met Mark and expressed to him how much we loved a house that recently came on the market. We hadn't been in our home for very long but had made property improvements that we were certain would give us the return we were seeking to be financially ready to take on a move and new home. Mark sat down at our kitchen table with a very professional and thorough, yet brief synopsis on Compass' great marketing tools and resources that would be available to us if we chose to use Mark as our Realtor. With his extensive knowledge in our local market, Mark had the house priced just right and on the market that Saturday. He was able to schedule professional pictures to be taken that week and rushed the order so they would be ready for our open house on Super Bowl Sunday. Mark sacrificed his Super Bowl Sunday to hold the open house where we had 11 parties walk through in just under four hours. Mark managed to bring us a cash buyer in four days and the offer was above asking price, every sellers dream! Also, we had some maintenance to take care of before we went live that weekend and Mark himself got his hands dirty in our backyard not once but on two separate occasions. Mark attended every meeting and offered excellent advice wherever it was needed. I have no doubt that anyone who chooses Mark will be just as pleased with his services and expertise." - Kari W.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton was our realtor and he was amazing. Our house got listed and within one hour we had our first offer over asking. We contracted two days later after a bidding war. Mark handled everything and we had nothing to worry about. We actually got to close in less than 30 days. He was attentive and very professional through the entire process. Mark made selling our house a fluid and simple experience." - Justin M.

★★★★★
"We have had the best experience with Mark. Thank goodness for Mark, we chose the best realtor for our needs. Wouldn't of done it without him! His great attention to our needs and well organized work habits helped us through our difficult closing! Thank you so much for all you did Mark and I will definitely keep him in mind for my future friends and family coming this way to Texas!" - Isabel

★★★★★
"We loved working with Mark and have already recommended him to a few of our friends. He was always very professional, always on time and very resourceful! We'll definitely use him again in the future!" - Derrick + reneta O.

★★★★★
"I am very pleased to provide you with the details of my house buying experience with Mark Ponton. First let me simply say that working with Mark was one of the best experiences of working with anyone, on anything, I've had in my life. No exaggeration. I called him the Leonardo daVinci of real estate agents. He demonstrated so many outstanding qualities and behaviors it would be impossible for me to enumerate them all, but I will try. Mark reached out and contacted me while I had just begun browsing your website, noticing that I had favorite a couple of properties. Beyond that he focused on the types and locations of the properties I was interested in. He offered to take me and my wife on a virtual tour of Austin by sharing his computer screen. That helped us to get oriented geographically, and to learn some of the neighborhoods. Mark was constantly on the lookout for properties that he thought would be of interest to us, brought them to our attention without "pushing" any one. In fact, his approach was to point out every positive and negative feature of each house. He guided us to understanding what was important in looking for a house - features, location. Mark pursued every lead and traveled to check out new houses on the market, and quickly reported back. Oh, did I mention we were doing our interaction via the internet and email, since I was making this purchase from New York! Yes, Mark stayed in contact with us, while arranging for inspections, contracts and binders, checking out neighborhoods, pretty much doing Basically, whatever needed to be done, Mark did it quickly, efficiently and happily. Honestly, from the perspective of looking to buy a house, the best thing that ever happened to me was connecting with Mark. He was an outstanding in every way a real estate agent could be. You are fortunate to have him on your staff." - Harry

★★★★★
"Mark did a great job! I would recommend him with confidence. He did all the things he said he would and more. Over all performance would be rated as a ten." - Perry D.

★★★★★
"Simply put, Mark is an outstanding Realtor. I have owned homes on the East and West coasts and have worked with many agents--Mark is by far the best--in the top 1% of agents across the country! He is exceptional because he listens to the client, provides appropriate input, has vast knowledge of the market, is professional in all interactions, is detail oriented and follows through on all of those details, and most IMPORTANT--he loves his job and cares. He is truly exceptional. I will refer my friends and acquaintances to him when the opportunity arises." - Camille H.

★★★★★
" Mark Ponton was fantastic to work with, willing to meet us when and where we asked, and very personable, making it seem less a business deal and more of a personal visit. I'm hoping this is our last move, but if not I will be sure to reach out to Mark again. You should be proud to have him on staff, and I will be more than ready to refer friends to him for future transactions. " - Steve I.

★★★★★
"It was great working with Mark Ponton as our realtor. He not only found us the perfect house with the best deal, he was one of the most honest and sincere realtors we have met. Not only a week after we put in an offer and it got accepted, somebody came in and offered to pay $10K to take over the contract. It just comes to show that he will work hard to get you the best deal in town!" - Elia S.

★★★★★
"I first met Mark Ponton when I needed to find a larger home for my growing family. He helped us tremendously with his patience and hard work. Later, I began to get my feet wet in real estate investing, and again I found I could count on Mark for help. Especially because I was an inexperienced investor, I needed Mark for his quick and useful information and assistance in making decisions and submitting offers. I am glad he is on my team." - Stephen A>

★★★★★
"Mark is a star among superstars in the industry. When I moved to Austin 2 years ago, I relied on Mark's experience and advice in finding the right neighborhood, the dream house and the right price. He tirelessly showed me over 75 homes over a 5 month period. Mark made me feel like I was the most important client he had and was proactive in every aspect of my search. Instead of feeling like I was being rushed into buying, Mark became a close friend who lent me his years of experience in the industry. He is more than just an agent, he really is an advocate for his client." - Toan D.

★★★★★
" I just finished buying a single-family house in the South Austin area, and Mark helped make home buying a fairly easy process. He personified the attitude, 'I have all the time in the world to show you houses, so we can go see as many as you want.' He never really asked us 'Do you want to buy this one?', instead he just said, 'Are you ready to see another one?' We really enjoyed his non-pushy attitude. He was honest about pointing out things that were wrong or bad about houses. I really liked that; I figured the more things wrong with a house he points out, the more I'll believe him when he points out good things. He clearly explained to us the negotiation process, inspection, and everything else leading up to closing. He always had his personal recommendations for things like home inspection and mortgage lenders. I decided to go with his recommended mortgage lender who got us a fixed rate loan with a lower interest rate and lower closing costs than the four other lenders that I had researched myself. He attended all of our meetings, including inspection and closing, and ensured everything went as planned and as he explained it should go. I would recommend using Mark. " - David T.

★★★★★
"We wanted to take the time and put in writing the excellent support and hard work that you provided us during our search for a house in Round Rock. We greatly appreciate your punctuality, patience and calm during the whole process of home buying. Your guidance and advice were invaluable to us. We would be very happy to provide a reference for you should any one seek one. We would certainly recommend your services to our friends and family." - Raj + Geetha R.

★★★★★
"We had the fortunate experience of working with Mark Ponton for the purchase of our home in Onion Creek. We were not entirely sure what we wanted but knew we needed a home that wasn't too large but could accommodate family gatherings including grandchildren \sleep-overs.\" Mark listened to our needs and quickly understood what we wanted. He was knowledgeable, patient and supportive, showing us several different homes that fit our needs and offering sound advice on making our final decision. Buying a new home is always stressful, but it was clear that we were being guided by a real estate industry expert, who had our best interest at heart. Closing was explained very thoroughly and the date was set far enough in advance to allow us to adequately prepare for it. Thanks, Mark, for a very pleasant and professional home buying experience" - Les + Debra R.

★★★★★
"Mark helped us buy an investment condo last summer. He was extremely patient and supportive through our episode of \cold feet\" after we went under contract. We actually pulled the contract, and Mark was gracious and did not pressure us on our decision. However, he stayed in contact with the owner and came back to us with a negotiated deal that worked for us. He was proactive in helping line up our financing, meeting inspectors, and communicating with the owner. He has a very friendly demeanor and is conscientious in his job. I would highly recommend Mark and would use him again." - Kerry G.

★★★★★
"When we started out, we were just hoping we could find a real estate agent who we could stand long enough to find a home, and you just blew our expectations out of the water. We genuinely had a blast with you throughout the entire process. So thanks for having a soul and a sense of humor and being a real person with us." - Katilin C.

★★★★★
"Mark Ponton from Compass was great! This was our first time buying a home, and we weren't sure what to expect. What we never expected was to be able to describe the entire process as being EASY! My husband was very skeptical to work with a realtor, but throughout the experience we always felt that Mark had our best interest in mind. As first time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions. Mark was always available to answer any question that we had, even during late nights and weekends. Mark was very thorough and guided us through every step of the process, and he even helped to work with our lender when we were having communication issues. We would feel very comfortable recommending Mark to our friends and family looking to buy or sell a home in Austin. We can't thank Mark enough for all of his hard work in helping us to purchase our first home!" - Kelly B.

★★★★★
"Mark helped my wife and myself find a new home in early 2012. We had worked with other agents in the Austin area before but we felt like Mark was the most responsive and honest agent that we'd met and we never felt pressured to make a decision. He was always on time for appointments, prompt in responding to emails and easily had the best understanding and search criteria for the kind of home we were looking for. In fact we eventually found a home in a newer area that Mark suggested we look, one that hadn't even originally been on our radar. Mark went above and beyond, even helping terminate our old lease amicably and following up with us periodically since the sale to make sure everything is still in order. I've since been referring Mark to family, friends and co-workers and anyone else that is looking for a new home. I can't stress enough how much we enjoyed working with him, and we'd highly recommend using Mark as your agent!" - Dan B.