Thinking about selling your current home and buying a new one—but worried it might be stressful? It doesn’t have to be. With the right strategy and the right team, you can do both confidently. For many, selling first makes sense—it avoids two mortgages, unlocks equity, and strengthens your next offer. But there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. That’s why The Kombrink Team is here to help you plan smart and move smoothly.
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Thinking about buying your first home but worried your credit score isn’t high enough? You’re not alone—and you may be overestimating what it takes. In this video, we break down the median credit scores by loan type and explain why there’s no one magic number. Your credit doesn’t have to be perfect to qualify! The best step? Talk to a lender to explore your options. Let’s get you on the path to homeownership.
Still waiting for mortgage rates to fall? The 10-year Treasury yield and the mortgage “spread” help explain why a major drop may not be coming anytime soon. The spread is the gap between the 10-year Treasury yield and mortgage rates. That gap has narrowed significantly since 2023, which is actually helping keep today’s mortgage rates from being even higher. Before putting your home search on hold hoping for dramatically lower rates, let’s run the numbers and see what makes sense for you.
Wondering what it costs to sell your home? It varies depending on factors like agent commissions, buyer concessions, and closing costs (around 2-4%). Don’t forget about repairs and staging to make your home shine! Want to cut down on costs? The Kombrink Team knows what updates are worth it and what you can skip. Reach out, and let’s chat about how we can help you maximize your sale!
Buyers start judging a home before they ever walk through the front door. If you’re planning to sell this fall, a few simple curb appeal updates can make a big difference. Clean up the landscaping, add seasonal flowers, sweep the walkways, clear the gutters, and make sure the path to your front door is well lit. You don’t need a huge renovation. You just need to know which improvements buyers actually notice. Thinking about selling in Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, or anywhere around the Fox Valley? Reach out to The Kombrink Team and we’ll help you figure out what’s worth doing before your home hits the market.
Worried your home sale could fall apart at the last minute? Inspection and repair issues are one of the biggest reasons deals fall through, but sellers can often get ahead of those surprises. A pre-listing inspection may help uncover issues before buyers do, giving you more control over repairs, disclosures, and negotiations. It isn’t the right move for every home or every market, though. Thinking about selling in the Fox Valley or western suburbs of Chicago? Reach out to The Kombrink Team and we’ll help you build the right strategy before your home hits the market.
