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    Mari

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    About Mari

    Mari Van Meter is a top-producing NW Suburban Chicago REALTOR® at BHHS American Heritage. A Leading Edge Award recipient and Top 10 Illinois Agent, she specializes in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, and surrounding areas. Mari combines market expertise with genuine care, guiding clients through life transitions like downsizing and relocation. With a background in corporate training and a commitment to DEI, she provides organized, strategic guidance to help every client land well.

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    Mari's Articles

    Where can Metra commuters park in downtown Palatine?

    Real Estate

    Where can Metra commuters park in downtown Palatine?

    Aug 23, 2026·1 min read·50
    Real Estate
    commuting
    Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Palatine?

    Real Estate

    Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Palatine?

    A basement remodeling project in Palatine may require Village permits depending on the work being completed. Projects involving electrical, plumbing, walls, structural changes, or other regulated work should be reviewed with Palatine’s Building and Inspections Division before construction starts. Pa

    Aug 22, 2026·1 min read·30
    Real Estate
    Remodeling & Construction
    Does every Palatine home go to Palatine High School?

    Public Schools

    Does every Palatine home go to Palatine High School?

    aSchool District 211 includes both Palatine High School on Rohlwing Road and William Fremd High School on Quentin Road, with attendance boundaries dividing different parts of Palatine.

    Aug 21, 2026·1 min read·50
    Public Schools
    High School
    Which Palatine neighborhoods are close to the Metra station?

    metra

    Which Palatine neighborhoods are close to the Metra station?

    Homes closest to the Palatine Metra station are generally found in and around downtown Palatine, including areas near Brockway, Bothwell, Plum Grove, Wood, Slade, and Palatine Road. The station is on Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest line, which runs into Ogilvie Transportation Center in Chicago. Down

    Aug 21, 2026·1 min read·40
    metra
    Chicago Suburbs
    What Should I Know Before Moving to Palatine, Illinois?

    Real Estate

    What Should I Know Before Moving to Palatine, Illinois?

    Thinking about moving to Palatine, Illinois? Palatine offers a wide range of housing, established neighborhoods, Metra access, parks and trails, and a traditional downtown. Learn what to consider when comparing different parts of Palatine before choosing a home.

    Aug 13, 2026·4 min read·30
    Real Estate
    Palatine IL
    Buying a Home in Palatine, IL: The Process I Walk Every Client Through

    Real Estate

    Buying a Home in Palatine, IL: The Process I Walk Every Client Through

    Twelve steps, in the order they actually matter

    Aug 4, 2026·11 min read·111
    Real Estate
    Home Buying

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    I’m actually a Realtor, so I help people buy and sell real estate in Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs. 😊 When I’m helping someone buy, I’m a big believer that the people around the transaction matter just as much as finding the right house. I work closely with a lender, real estate attorney, home inspector, and other professionals I trust because they communicate well, explain things clearly, and take good care of my clients. For me, it’s less about simply getting a transaction closed and more about making sure the buyer understands what they’re doing and feels confident about the decisions they’re making along the way.

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