Mark Veit Real Estate

01/16/2026

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The government is purchasing $200 BILLION Mortgage Backed Securities (mbs) and mortgage rates have fallen this week...But for how long? No one knows for sure, but if you have been on the fence, waiting for a drop in rates, now could be your time.

As always, the one piece of advice I share most often with both home buyers and sellers is to know exactly where you stand at all times. This market swings fast and by knowing what your home is worth today or what you are pre-qualified to purchase gives you a leg up on your competition. Our team would be happy to help you get started. Text, call or email anytime.
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The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans dropped to 6.06% for the week ending Jan. 15, the lowest level since September 2022.

01/15/2026

U.S. mortgages with 6% rates now outnumber sub-3% loans, shifting market dynamics as rates settle near 6%.

11/18/2025

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Encouraging news for both buyers and sellers in this article. If you are considering purchasing a home, it's time to get pre-approved. Reasons being, you want to know exactly where you stand with your purchasing power and make sure you don't have any "surprises" on your credit report that can delay your ability to purchase.
If you are considering selling your home, it's time for a full home valuation so you know exactly where you stand. It's time to tackle those little projects that can help your home show in its best light.
The GO Team at Keller Williams Thrive can help you and your family with all of this. Give us a call, text or email and let us help you position yourself the best way possible for the future.
Mark Veit
(847) 630-6706
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NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun forecasts sales volume for existing homes will rise 14% next year after three years of stagnation.

10/21/2025

Local Coat Drive Wednesday November 5th at Durty Nellie's in Palatine from 5pm - 8pm. Join myself, Greg Olson and Christine Wallace - CrossCountry Mortgage as we collect coats and have some laughs. Everyone is welcome so bring a friend and a coat to donate.
We will also be giving away some great raffle prizes donated by many of our vendor partners. Click this link to enter the drawing. https://shorturl.at/8ntAJ You DO NOT need to be present to win.
Lastly, if you can't make the event, but have a coat to donate, I will be happy to come pick it up from wherever is convenient for you! Have a great day everyone and we look forward to seeing you November 5th!

Local Coat Drive Wednesday November 5th at Durty Nellie's in downtown Palatine from 5pm - 8pm. Everyone is welcome so bring a friend and a coat to donate. We are also giving away some amazing raffle prizes donated by several vendors we work with. Click the link below to enter! You DO NOT need to be present to win. https://shorturl.at/8ntAJ

10/01/2025

Attention Investors & DIY Enthusiasts - Coming Soon - Wadsworth - 5 Upstairs Bedrooms - 3.1 Bath - New Roof - New Furnace - New A/C - New Water Heater - Whole House 17kw Generac Generator - Full Unfinished Basement - Gurnee Schools - Inside Needs Cleaning and Updating - $375,000.
4171 Midlane Dr.
Wadsworth IL 60083
Text or Email Mark Veit
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09/17/2025

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The real estate market is changing yet again.

If you're in the market to buy a home, it's time to get your financials in order because the best time to buy is fast approaching.

09/05/2025

09/05/2025

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JUST LISTED - 410 W. Mahogany Ct. #609 Palatine.
2 Bed, 2 Full Bath with Den in the heart of downtown Palatine. New Furnace and A/C in 2024. New Wide Plank Hardwood throughout with new 6" Baseboards. Western Exposure and so much more!

410 W Mahogany Ct, Unit #609, Palatine, IL is 2 beds, 0.5 baths, 1583 Sq Ft, built-in 2005 is an incredible home listed on Hommati for $350000. Download brochure now.

08/22/2025

https://shorturl.at/ByKdz I love this example of "A homes list price is not indicative of its value." We talk about this all the time with our clients who are selling their homes. This $1 listing is an extreme example, but it shows that getting more buyers to see and tour your home equals more offers, which equals a higher sales price. There was never a chance this home was going to sell for only one dollar, but the low list price produced 80 offers that eventually got as high as the highest comps in the neighborhood!
The moral of the story for sellers is to list your home at or just below market value in order to generate lots of interest and multiple offers that will compete against each other for a higher price ultimately. It's always better to negotiate up as a seller rather than listing high, having to lower your price and ultimately negotiating down.
If you or your neighbors would like a free, no obligation home valuation, give us a call, text or email and we will be happy to put one together. Have a great weekend!
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Greg Olson Real Estate

The $1 listing of a renovated Cheektowaga home brought in over 80 offers, showing buyers, not list prices, can determine a home’s true market value, one broker says.

08/19/2025

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Some good news for interest rates.

Many homeowners refinanced their mortgages at the start of August as interest rates lowered. Here's how to know if it's time to consider it, per experts.

08/13/2025

07/29/2025

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Are you curious of your home's value? Whether you are entertaining the idea of selling or looking to do home improvements, knowing the value of your home is the starting point. We make it easy, provide the most current data available without any obligation from you. Call, email or text today to get started.
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