PRICE DROP – 440 Lathem, Batavia IL

Price reduction on 440 Lathem in Batavia IL

4BR/2.1BA Two Story now priced at $399,000!

This four bedroom, two and one half bath home has many popular amenities. Featured in the kitchen is gleaming hardwood floors, a center island with granite top and breakfast bar, plus an abundance of cabinets with beautiful crown molding, and an eat in area with door to the huge custom deck with built in speakers and lighting. The formal living room has French doors leading to the family room with a brick hearth wood burning fireplace, making this a perfect area to entertain in. In addition, the first floor has a formal dining room and den. All the bedrooms are generously sized and include the master bedroom with huge walk-in closet and a luxury private bath. Other features of this home include a second floor laundry room, two water heaters, a full basement, a large fenced lot, professional landscaping and so much more!

For more information, call The Kombrink Team at 630-262-4321 or visit www.440Lathem.com

10 Ways to Make Your Home More Salable

Have you ever had a showing where the buyer was in and out in a matter of minutes, or worse, they pulled up to the house only to drive away without even going inside?  There are certain things that are immediate turn-offs for buyers.  Here are 10 quick tips you can use to make your home more appealing to a prospective buyer.

Get rid of any clutter.  Throw out or file away those stacks of newspapers and magazines.  Pack away most of your small decorative items and knick knacks.  Store your out-of-season clothing to make closets appear roomier.  Most often overlooked, clean out the garage!

Wash your windows and screens.  This may sound like a big chore, but it will let more light into the interior making a huge impact.

Try and keep everything extra clean.  Wash fingerprints from light switches.  Mop and wax floors.  Clean your stove and refrigerator.  A clean house makes a much better first impression and convinces buyers that your home has been well cared for.

Get rid of any smells.  Clean the carpeting and drapes to eliminate cooking odors, smoke, and pet smells.  Open the windows.

Put higher wattage bulbs in lights, if possible, to make rooms appear brighter, especially basements and other dark rooms.  Replace any burnt-out lights.

Make any minor repairs that can create a bad impression.  Small problems such as sticky doors, torn screens, cracked caulking, or a dripping faucet may seems small, but they’ll give buyers the impression that your home isn’t well maintained.

Tidy up your yard.  Cut the grass, rake the leaves, trim the bushes and edge the walks.  Put a pot or two of bright flowers near the entryway.

Patch holes in your driveway and reapply sealant, if applicable.

Clean your gutters.

Polish your front doorknob and door numbers.

It may seem like a lot of work, but these few things can make all the difference between a buyer taking a quick look at your home or one that actually spends time imagining themselves in your home.

Kris Kombrink has been working in his family-owned real estate business since 1995.  Specializing in Geneva, St Charles and Batavia Illinois residential real estate his team stays on top of the latest trends while maintaining superior customer.  Learn more about his team at www.kombrink.com or email kris@kombrink.com

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, December 2nd

Open House Saturday, December 2nd from 12 to 3 pm.

448 Quinlan, Dekalb Illinois
4BR/2.1BA Two Story – $419,900

Be a part of DeKalb’s newest community! This quality built home has it all! Nine foot ceilings throughout! Huge top-of-the-line kitchen with granite countertops & custom Maple cabinetry. First floor den! Spacious family room with custom fireplace. Four spacious bedrooms including the master bedroom retreat with extravagant luxury bath! Full deep pour basement with rough-in. Everything one would desire! Don’t miss this opportunity!

For more information, call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels at 630-262-4321 or visit www.448Quinlan.com

PRICE DROP – 39W894 Alcott, St Charles IL

Price reduction on 39W894 Alcott Ln in St Charles, Illinois.

This 4BR/3.1BA Colonial is now priced at only $589,900!

Welcome to this quality built Southhampton home located in the Fox Mill subdivision. Enjoy the ease of entertaining with this flowing floor plan.  This home offers a formal living room with columned entrance and a French door to the family room. The generously sized eat-in kitchen has granite counters and cherry cabinetry with crown molding. Adjoining the kitchen is the family room with hardwood floors and built-ins flanking the brick gas log fireplace. The possibilities are endless with the addition off the back of the home. It is currently used as an office but could be used as a sunroom or breakfast room. This room with hardwood floors and a door to the backyard patio. Upstairs the master with vaulted ceiling, huge walk-in closet with built-ins, and luxury master bathroom with whirlpool tub. The fully finished basement has a rec room, play room, possible fifth bedroom/storage room, and full bathroom. In addition this home offers a fenced backyard, leaded glass transoms, and custom millwork throughout, 1st floor laundry and den.

For more information, call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels 630-262-4321 or visit www.39W894Alcott.com

NEW LISTING – 733 Mandrake, Batavia IL

New listing in the Woodland Hills subdivision of Batavia Illinois!

733 Mandrake Dr, Batavia, IL
4BR/2.1BA Two Story
$349,000

The beautiful lot and great neighborhood set the stage for this two-story home. Tucked into the Woodland Hills subdivision, this 4 bedroom 2.1 bath home offers a convenient location close to I-88. Feel the warmth of the hardwood floors which flow from the large and bright living room thru to the generously sized dining room. Both rooms have large bayed windows and crown molding. Adjoining the eat-in kitchen with Parquet flooring is the family room. The highlight of this room is its brick raised hearth wood burning fireplace. A sliding glass door leads you to the 20×16 screened in porch with views of the fabulous backyard. The master bedroom has its own private bathroom. Each of the additional three bedrooms provide ample storage and are adequately sized. The basement while unfinished, will allow for plenty of storage space. Don’t miss this opportunity!

For more information call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels 630-262-4321 or visit www.733Mandrake.com

PRICE DROP – 0S995 W Burnham Ln, Geneva IL

Price reduction on 0S995 W Burnham Ln in Geneva Illinois.

This 4BR/2.1BA Colonial is now priced at only $349,900!

You will love this like-new four bedroom, two and one half bath home in the sought after Mill Creek subdivision. Inside this well maintained home you will find formal living and dining rooms both with plenty of windows for natural light. The spacious family room has a fireplace with gas logs, brick and oak surround with an oak mantle. The kitchen features 42” oak cabinetry, a breakfast bar, a closet  pantry, and a separate eating area, with a sliding glass door to the deck. Upstairs, the large master suite  features a luxury bath with walk-in closet, a soaking tub and separate shower. Bedroom two is a huge bonus room with a tray ceiling and walk in closet. Bedrooms three and four are spacious and offer ample closet space. Other features of this home include neutral décor throughout, 6 panel doors, a first floor laundry room, and a full, deep pour basement, partially finished with a den or office, possible 5th bedroom and rough-in for bath. The home sits on an extra deep, fenced lot, professionally landscaped with a custom deck.

For more information call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels at 630-262-4321 or visit www.0S995Burnham.com

HOME SELLERS: GET MORE MONEY BY STAGING YOUR HOME

We’ve all seen those television shows where someone comes in, moves a couple pieces of furniture around, and suddenly the seller’s home is worth thousands more.  Well, it’s not as easy as it may look on TV.

There are, however, certain things you can do to stage your home that will bring a better return.  Here are 10 easy changes you can make to bring in higher offers from potential home buyers.

Clear out your closets and any clutter.  Consider holding a yard sale, or better yet, donate your unwanted household goods to charity.

Pack up extra toys, linens, small kitchen appliances and the like and store them offsite, or in the garage.

Be sure your trees are trimmed, shrubs are pruned and the lawn is mowed and watered regularly.  Turn on sprinklers for a few minutes about 30 minutes before a showing or open house.  It will make the lawn and driveway sparkle!

Refrain from cooking anything that leaves a distinctive odor (fish, garlic, cabbage) and from introducing any other unappealing odors into the home.

Think about having a professional service clean the home, including windows and carpets.

Set the dining room table with attractive linens, dishes and stemware.

As trite as it may sound, serve cookies and coffee; people will linger in the home longer.

Arrange some fresh flowers throughout your home and have a fire in the fireplace in fall and winter.

Add extra lighting in dark rooms or corners, and turn on the lights when the home is shown.

Remove stacks of magazines, ashtrays, sports trophies, family photographs and other distractions.

Even though a lot of these may be common sense, it pays to be reminded.  These few simple things can make a huge difference when a potential buyer tries to justify the price of your home.

Kris Kombrink has been working in his family-owned real estate business since 1995.  Specializing in Geneva, St Charles and Batavia Illinois residential real estate his team stays on top of the latest trends while maintaining superior customer.  Learn more about his team at http://www.kombrink.com or email kris@kombrink.com

PRICE DROP – 1429 S 7th St, St Charles IL

Price reduction on 1429 S 7th St in St Charles, Illinois

This 2BR/2BA Ranch home is now priced at only $239,900!

Simply adorable ranch home located on quiet street. The adjoining living and dining rooms have beautiful hardwood floors and lots of windows to create a wonderful gathering area.  The dining room has a French door leading to the large deck and deep backyard. The updated kitchen has an abundance of  cabinets, a big sunny window & door to the back yard. The bedrooms both have neutral décor and hardwood floors. The shared hall bath has been tastefully updated . In addition this home has a finished basement with possible 3rd bedroom, a huge recreation room, laundry room, storage area and full bath. Located close to shopping  & schools for your convenience. You will love it!

For more information, call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels at 630-262-4321 or visit www.1429S7th.com

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 18

131 Harrison Street in Geneva Illinois
Open Saturday, November 18 from 12pm to 3pm.

You will love this adorable ranch home! The large family room has gleaming hardwood floors and tons of windows to let in natural light. The spacious kitchen has beautiful oak cabinetry, neutral décor and a door the large backyard. The large master bedroom has a walk in closet and bedrooms 2 and 3 both have deep closets and beautiful hardwood flooring. In addition, this home has a large basement that is clean as a whistle and offers tons of storage space. Great location, close to shopping & walk to school!

Come out and tour this fabulous 3BR/1.1BA Ranch home listed at $255,900.
Route 38 to Harrison, north to home.  Visit www.131Harrison.com for complete details, virtual tour and photos – or call The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels at 630-262-4321.

Kombrink Team Brings Home Searching to Your Cell Phone

November 14, 2006 — The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Excels in Geneva, Illinois is on the cutting edge once again by offering home buyers the chance to search Chicagoland homes right from their cell phone.

Recognizing that home buyers in this digital age prefer to remain anonymous, this service allows them to get information on virtually any home they may drive by, or see in the local paper.  The Kombrink Team has made home searching easier by delivering the information home buyers want – on demand.

Using their web enabled cell phone, home buyers can look up price, status, room count and more for thousands of homes in Northern Illinois.  This service is absolutely free of charge to the consumer and works with many models including Motorola, LG, Samsung, Kyocera, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Palm and Blackberry.

Home buyers wishing to search Chicagoland homes from their cell phone simply register at http://kombrink.signscout.com.  All they need to provide is a valid e-mail address so they can get a validation link to verify their free account.  Then, every time they see a home, they simply enter the house number and street name for complete details.

About The Kombrink Team
The Kombrink Team – which works for RE/MAX Excels – is an organization of 5 Realtors and a support staff of four who help Chicagoland area home owners market their home for a fast sale at premium prices, as well as assisting prospective buyers in finding their new home.  Find The Kombrink Team online at www.kombrink.com, or call 630-262-4321.