REALTOR | NEGOTIATOR | ADVOCATE
Placing People in Properties.
Getting the best price for buyers. ◆ Getting the best return for sellers.
"Most enlightening of all, Kim knew which place we should choose for our first relocation to Chicago, despite my hesitancy she was right!" Whether purchasing and selling equestrian horses to working first-class as a flight attendant to selling residential real estate in Chicagoland, Kim Korber prioritizes service and has honed a gift for discerning customers' wants and desires and identifying properties that match those wants and desires to a tee!
Expertise that Knows Property Values
Kim knows the value of properties and she knows the value of a dollar. She also knows Chicagoland real estate inside and out. Her years of expertise, knowledge of the city and ability to see a property's true value gives her an edge and gives clients CONFIDENCE. For sellers, it's pricing their homes to get a good return. Kim knows what sellers' properties are valued at and she'll get that price for them. For buyers, her knowledge of property values is essential as they navigate a very competitive real estate market.
Firm and Effective Negotiator
Kim demands and gets respect from all parties during a negotiation. There are two things she respects with her clients—their time and their money. There is no need to draw things out, and there is never a reason a client should pay more for their property or take less than a property is worth. Kim negotiates with both time and money in mind. Her clients' needs and wants remain top of mind from contract signing to closing.
An Educator and Advocate for Clients
Kim prioritizes client education throughout the buying and selling process. It's this education and communication that is critical to building trust. Kim's clients trust her. Additionally, she actively advocates for clients to keep others from taking advantage of them.
After obtaining her real estate license, Kim worked for a condo developer selling condos from planning to move-in. Kim leverages this insight and knowledge of construction and renovation costs to help her clients envision and plan for renovating homes they're considering for purchase. This invaluable knowledge and expertise sets Kim apart. Kim put this knowledge to good use when she oversaw the renovation of her own investment property and her flat.
Leveraging Relationships
Selling and/or purchasing real estate can be stressful. Due to her deep network of connections including attorneys, real estate colleagues, title companies, mortgage brokers, etc., Kim knows which levers to pull to resolve conflict quickly, quietly and to the advantage of her clients.
A Foundation of Success
Kim was introduced to horses at a young age. As an accomplished equestrian, Kim traveled the country scouting potential athletic horses to buy, train and sell at a profit from the prices originally paid. Kim even earned a scholarship to collage for her abilities in the horse world. From there it was on to service with airlines. These experiences laid the foundation for a successful career in real estate where she leverages her understanding of the market and property value as well as her focus on service to develop repeat customers who consistently refer their friends, neighbors and business associates.
Kim obtained the prestigious CIPS credential, which opened opportunities to both refer to and receive referrals from agents internationally. She lives in a renovated flat in downtown Chicago and enjoys travelling the world and sharing her life with her daughter and grandchildren.
Testimonials
"We have known Kim for many years and she has been fundamental in alleviating the stress associated with relocating to a new country and home. She has helped our family transition in several International relocations providing the necessary insights and contacts in the different markets. Her vast local and international experience help her identify the different customer needs as these relate to the local market offerings maximizing the overall search times. She proactively provided insights into the legal and tax aspects of the transactions as well as kept me updated during the whole process in a way that made me feel comfortable with purchase.
Kim is a great person to be around and always willing to lend a hand way beyond the realm of her professional obligations. We will definitely contact her in our next relocation, be it with the US or overseas."
- Andres Lobo
"Kim took all the stress out of my search for a new home. Her exceptional personal service went beyond the expectations of an agent. I feel very comfortable recommending her to anyone --her work speaks for itself."
- Darrell Jones,
Professor Columbia College Chicago
"When I decided to sell my starter condo I knew Kim Korber was the right agent for me immediately. I knew that I wanted someone who was both patient and caring but also energetic and creative and Kim had all of these qualities. I was especially grateful how clearly she understood and represented me during the welcomed yet stressful event of multiple offers on the same day! Kim was confident yet friendly, firm yet respectful, and most of all was sincerely committed to my needs as the seller. The end result was a fantastic sale price and easy closing of the property. Thanks forever Kim!"
- Anne Redmond
"Kim hit the ground running when I told her I wanted to buy a new home. After focusing on a couple of neighborhoods, Kim showed me numerous single family homes, all of which were nice, but not "the one." Then Kim insisted that I look at luxury condos, even though the ability to garden was a top priority. Well, she dragged me to a penthouse with 2,500 sq. ft. of indoor space and 1,200 sq. ft. of outdoor terrace on two floors, 15 f.t. ceilings, great views, indoor parking, etc. Thank you Kim."
- James Meade
Commercial Building Sale
"Pensacola Properties was interested in selling a 20 unit apartment building in the Wrigleyville neighborhood. It was a great building, but with all of the problems in the mortgage market, we needed someone who knew how to market to the right kind of buy Kim accepted the challenge and sold the property for top dollar in 5 days. You are the best, Kim!"
- Pensacola Properties LLC
