Kimberly Taylor, REALTOR | NextHome First Class

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for a realtor who truly cares about her clients, Kimberly Taylor is the one! She is, without a doubt, the best realtor we’ve ever worked with. From the very beginning, she made it her mission to help us find the perfect home for our family while making the entire home-selling and home-buying process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Kimberly was always friendly, responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely had our best interests at heart. She took the time to answer every question, kept us informed every step of the way, and made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel easy. We couldn’t be happier with our new home, and we have Kimberly to thank for helping make it happen. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home—you’ll be in the best hands! Thank you Kim, we are so appreciative for all your hard work!

Fantastic experience: Purchased from and then sold with Kim and I couldn’t recommend more. Simple, efficient and to the point. Kim truly knows her stuff!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly and staff were amazing to work with when I purchased my home in Freeport. communication is spot on and the transaction was very smooth without any headaches. There is a reason why Kimberly sets the tone year after year when it comes to real estate in the Stephenson County and beyond area. Highly recommend.

Negative experience: Updating my review in response to the agent’s reply claiming we’ve never worked together. I had direct visibility into a recent transaction and the overall experience with Ms. Taylor. Dismissing feedback on that basis feels misleading and avoids addressing the actual concerns, but I can't say I'm surprised. Throughout the process, communication was inconsistent, deadlines and contingencies were not reliably met, and the overall level of professionalism fell short of expectations. The experience was unnecessarily frustrating and ultimately impacted the outcome of the deal. If you're looking to buy a home, I would not recommend using this realtor unless you enjoy being constantly frustrated. Real estate transactions require clear communication, honesty, accountability, and respect for timelines. Unfortunately, that was NOT the experience with Kimberly Taylor.

Fantastic experience: Working with Kimberly Taylor was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She made selling my home stress-free with her professionalism, communication, and local expertise. She went above and beyond every step of the way, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell in the area!

Fantastic experience: You really want to work with Kimberly if you have a chance. Wow, just wow. She has gone so far above and beyond what a realtor should do that I have only glowing things to say. Not only is she calm, kind and helpful she is willing to save the day. Closing went funky. The closing was laid on a Friday and I had packed my truck and my dog and drove out to meet Kimberly at the title company. The appointment was at 3 o’clock on Friday and the loan did not fund correctly due to an error in the wire transfer. Mind you I had already moved out of my previous home and was now two hours away with all of my stuff and a dog late on a Friday. I was told that I wasn’t gonna be able to close until Monday. I didn’t know what to do, but Kimberly saved the day by figuring out a way for me to get into the home. On top of that, my Internet was down when I moved in and I couldn’t get an appointment for three days. Kimberly so kindly found me a space with an Internet connection so that I could continue to work and did not have to take extra time off. I just don’t have enough nice things to say about her and the extent that she goes to for her clients I am so happy that I worked with her. Thank you, Kimberly.

Fantastic experience: Kimberly was absolutely awesome! She knew what I needed and understood the market and the assignment! I wish I could give her more stars. Thank you !⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic experience: Did a great job. Got me more money than I was expecting for selling my house. Thanks again!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly is amazing. She truly has your best interest at heart and will go above and beyond for you. Buying a house across the country seemed overwhelming and intimidating, but Kimberly made the process stress-free. She was quick to respond and guided us through every step. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. If you’re looking for a realtor who genuinely cares, look no further!

Fantastic experience: I can’t thank Kimberly Taylor enough for her incredible support in helping my husband and I find/buy our dream home from across the country. Her quick responses, guidance and knowledge made us feel completely at ease despite the distance. If you need a reliable, caring realtor, Kimberly is the one to call!

Fantastic experience: Excellent customer service and communication! I highly recommend Kim and her team to anyone buying or selling their home in the area. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Negative experience: Absolutely the worst reality agent in the lena-freeport area. Told us there was nothing with the house in fact there was black mold and when asked if there was ever water in the basement she said no. A total lie. In fact the whole basement had to be totally gutted due to black mold. The living room carpet had to be totally tore out due to animal piss. If you have reason to use this agent BEWARE. Do your homework and hire your own inspector also a real estate attorney If she gets a chance she will screw U

Fantastic experience: I met Kimberly years ago when I was looking at places and trying to buy, right before COVID hit. Unfortunately, my loan situation fell through, due to a false friend who offered but pulled out when offer was already being made, and I was not able to purchase at the time. I was not even prequalified when I was looking and when I met Kimberly. She did not ask me any of these pushy realtor questions along the lines of trying to save her time if I am not prequalified yet nor did she push or ask to be my realtor like many other realtors I have met back then. Most of them were more pushy or, quite frankly, downright rude and would not show me properties at all unless I got prequalified first or chose them to be my realtor. That was not Kimberly. She was happy to show me any properties I wanted to look at, in Rockford and Freeport. She did not ask me any of the pushy or prying questions. She just showed up numerous times for different places excited and happy to take me on a tour and to answer any questions I had. I found this to be the most desirable trait I was looking for in a realtor at the time after being made to feel like I am wasting other realtors' time. In addition, she gave me information as to the different areas without me even asking for it even though it might've not been best information for her to make the sale. This type of honesty and how happy and eager she was to do her job without trying to make sure that I will even work with her or can buy is all I could've ever asked for. In addition, she listened and looked for other places that would fit what I was looking for to show me those as well. Even if I did not like a place, she never took offense or made any unhappy remarks. She just listened and continued. That is why I will now go back to Kimberly and I am so so happy I found her again since I have looked for her and remembered her for this! All those strange reviews about the car she was driving or not driving just sound silly. It is obvious that she is good at her job if she can afford it. She is motivated to make money and that is why she works hard for it. I would not have it any other way.

Negative experience: The WORST experience ive ever had. And the only experience ive had with a realtor. We were first time homebuyers and we were asking questions and bc shes a dual agent, she couldnt give any loyalty to us, all she cared ab was making the most money from us. She told us “this is why you lost out on the house on sunset” simply bc we were asking questions. She was rude, and CONSTANTLY gave us attitude. When we moved into our home, the first day we walked up and the door handle fell off. She didnt even tell us! She told us to waive our inspection or we wouldnt be able to get the house bc of the type of loan we got. Told us “well if they find something wrong you cant get the house”. She lied to our faces, and she made us feel so stupid. 10/10 would NOT recommend, ever. She never told us that we had a specific time to get our closing stuff done and when i told her we both got off work at 4 she then told us it needed to be during business hrs. AFTER I TOLD HER WE DONT GET OFF UNTIL 4. So she wasnt telling us things we needed to know before hand. She is sketchy, and is money hungry. She literally complained ab having to take her tesla instead of her bmw to work. If i were yall, stay away.

Fantastic experience: One of the hardest realators in the industry. She pays attention to the details and is one of the most knowledgeable persons in the industry. She will bend over backwards to help you find exactly what fits your needs and budget. She s not pushy but she's very honest and dedicated to you. Would use her over and over again buying or selling!!!!

Fantastic experience: Very helpful - showed us several places - was patient and professional.

Fantastic experience: Top of her game and even after 5 + years since we bought our house, Mrs. Taylor is always ready to help and answer any questions. Our realtor for life!

Fantastic experience: Oh my gosh!! Never have I had someone go beyond to help me get to my closing of our house would total recommend her to be their Realtor with or without her listing

Fantastic experience: Kimberly was AMAZING! She had constant communication with quick responses, never made me feel inferior for my consistent questions and lack of knowledge in the process, fought hard for us with little benefit to herself, and was just absolutely fabulous to work with! If ever I buy or sell a home again, will definitely be doing it with Kimberly!!!! Highly highly recommend!!!!!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly is the best realtor in the history of ever Super knowledgeable and professional. I’ve known since I moved here 8 years ago, when I sell I’m going with her. So glad I did!

Fantastic experience: Kim is an excellent Real Estate Agent. She knows the Freeport market really well and she made our move to Freeport a wonderful experience.

Fantastic experience: Kim was always quick to respond. Easy to work with. Very knowledgeable! Soo thankful we had her!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly made a stressful event such a breeze! She is very knowledgeable and made sure you were up to date every step of the way. She answered calls/texts/emails almost immediately. Without Kimberly, our out of state move wouldn’t have been possible!

Fantastic experience: Very knowledgeable about real estate in her area and has good contacts. Had our house sold in 6 days. Sold our daughters home several years ago before it got on the general market. I was very pleased with the entire process thru closing.

Fantastic experience: I have to wonder if the people who gave low reviews were dealing with the same person. Kim was a pleasure to work with. She helped us sell a house (it sold in 5 days) and quickly got the closing arranged two weeks early. She is kind, helpful, always available, responds quickly, and funny. She is so easy to talk to and she listens to you! My husband wouldn't deal with anyone else. When we had a house that needed to be sold, my husband said, I'm not working with anyone by Kim Taylor. Keep up the great work, Kim!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly made buying our first home so easy and stress free.

Fantastic experience: Kimberly was our realtor 10 years ago, there is absolutly no one better for the job! She knows the area since she was raised in the area. When you drive by houses for sale with other agents names on the sign and you just chuckle because they dont know what they are missing out on with the wonderful experience of having Kimberly sell their house!

Fantastic experience: Best realtor in the area.

Fantastic experience: This is the only realtor we will use and we have worked them several times. They are fantastic to work with!

Negative experience: Was told that I Would get a call the first day, and never did get a call. Also looked up the realtor and was 20 miles away.

Fantastic experience: Kim helped us find our dream farm. And trust me she put in the work. I dont even know how many houses we looked at. Through all the houses and the millions and millions of questions I had, she never made me feel like a bother to her. She does not treat you like a client. She treats you like family. We highly recomend her, if u dont use her u are truly missing out!

Fantastic experience: Kimberly has been the only realtor we use ever since we started our home buying journey 11 years ago on our first home. We still work with her and continue to work with her. If you want things done, this is the gal you call!

Fantastic experience: Purchased a home with Kimberly then sold it again and each time was quick!

Fantastic experience: I've worked with Kimberly Taylor for 10+ years. She an Awesome Realtor! I Highly recommend Kimberly for anyone looking to Buy/Sell!

Negative experience: Never again, buyer/seller beware!

Fantastic experience: This realtor absolutely the best. Kimberly Taylor made purchasing and selling our home a breeze. We did nothing she did it all and sold our home within a few days.

Fantastic experience: If everything I did in my life was as easy as buying and selling a house with Kimberly then all things in life would be great. She knows her business. She knows what her people want and need. Kimberly will look for the right home for you to buy or for the right buyer for your home. If you are not doing business with Kimberly THEN YOU DEFINITELY NEED TO START. #Top of her class. #The best. #Next Homie

Negative experience: If I could give 0 or negative stars I would. Kimberly is unethical, tries to bully people and seems to not know how to with with potential buyers. I would caution anyone who would think about working with her either buying or selling. She won’t work for your best interest and seems to only think about her interests. BUYER or SELLER BE WARE

Fantastic experience: Every question answered... every need met! And always there to answer my call. Knows the market and the real estate business better than most!

Fantastic experience: Look no further! Hands down, the most professional, personable, and educated realtor out there. Being a realtor is Kim Taylor’s passion, not just her job. She is truly the standard for which excellence should be measured, when it comes to buying or selling a home. She absolutely never rests. I have personally bought 3 homes through Kim, and not only was it easy, it was fun, and she was genuinely excited and happy for me, when other realtors before Kim didn’t even return my texts or calls. Big mistake, you know who you are. I would tell you, let Kim actions speak, you won’t be sorry, actually you are going to feel really good just knowing that there’s a realtor that’s honest, genuinely inspired and excited to make your house hunting dreams come true.

Fantastic experience: Kimberly and Becky were both great to work with. 10/10. Can recommend

Fantastic experience: Kimberly is wonderful. Highly recommend

Negative experience: Have emailed them MORE than once and STILL no reply...the email I sent my request from is valid.

Negative experience: Stay away. She doesn't listen, and doesn't know about the houses she is selling. Also won't take time to go the extra mile so that you don't get property taxes on the appliances and other various stuff that get sold with the house. Doesn't walk you through a house like a home inspector would and point out the good / bad stuff. In general very bad at her job.

Fantastic experience: Their chicken is amazing and I love their beliefs.

Negative experience: She straight up lied to us. How do you give us your name, address, AND phone number and set up an appointment and not show up AND then blame the customer?! And on top of it threaten them?! Hmm high quality realtor! I will find someone else to show me her house! Obviously her clients aren't her top priority!

Positive experience: Kimberly Taylor a very pleasant person. Kimberly is personable and knowledgeable about real estate in her local area. If you're looking for a home in the Freeport and surrounding areas of Illinois she's the one to go to.

Fantastic experience: I was recently in contact with Kimberly while searching for a home. I was so impressed with how quickly she responded to requests for showings, etc. Though I ultimately bought a home in a different region in Illinois, I highly recommend her (and Becky!)and wouldn't hesitate to contact her again should I ever decide to move back to the area. She is awesome!

Fantastic experience: Amazing realtor!! When we couldnt get another realtor to return our calls we decided to get Kimberly on the case. Within 3 days we had a offer submitted and are now enjoying our new home..THANK YOU Kimberly!!