Brian Combs
Real Estate Agent
Since 1992, Brian has dedicated his career to studying, analyzing, and understanding the market trends that drive home values. His deep expertise and data-driven insight set him apart; few brokers can match his ability to have high-level conversations about what it truly takes to sell a home.
Together with his business partner, Houston, he negotiates contracts with precision and care.
Widely recognized as one of the top real estate brokers in Southwest Washington for over three decades, Brian is known for his straightforward, honest approach, something his clients deeply value. He’s a firm believer in old-school integrity, where a handshake still means something. That trust has earned him a loyal client base, many of whom refer friends and family without hesitation. Today, Brian takes pride in helping the children and even grandchildren of his early clients from the 1990s.
Client
We didn’t know Brian before June 2015, but we knew of Brian Combs…..FIRST TIME: Our story of a great home sale experience with Brian Combs begins with someone else - a good friend - which is always the case when sharing news that you’ve decided to sell your home. Our friend suggested we contact Brian Combs because he would know exactly how to assess OUR needs and how to sell OUR home, not just anybody’s. She went on to tell her Brian Comb’s story - wow - she was impressed enough to remember the whole story so we listened! Brian had approached her and her husband with a polite knock on their door to ask how the “For Sale by Owner” sign he’d noticed was working for them. A short, polite conversation ensued where he shared he was just starting out in the business. She could tell he was a real “go-getter” with a natural passion for working with people and property. The conversation ended with his request to give him a call if they did- n’t want to continue with their attempt. They called him at the end of that month and he had their house sold in just a few months. That was 20+ years ago! He’d made a positive, lasting impression. SECOND TIME: This past spring a different friend called to say she’d read on social media that a realtor she knew had posted a search request for a house to sell his client and my friend knew it described our home we were considering selling. She said this realtor was a “go-getter” and used all avenues to find the right house for his clients (they had been clients two previous times themselves). His name was Brian Combs and he had a real passion for his job in real estate. Sound familiar? Yes, it did to us too! So, we said sure, he could come look at our house to see if it met his client’s needs. Brian approached our home with no slick, ulterior motives. He was there to assess it for his client. The next day he did show our home to his client. When he called to tell us his client had chosen a different property, he said he’d genuinely like t
Ken and Cindy Hart
Client
Brian is an aggressive, enthusiastic and highly motivated real estate professional. He was recommended by a mutual friend, and I would extend that recommendation to anyone I know as well. He has a wonderful assis- tant, Karly, who provides the "back up" when an immediate response is needed, and Brian is not available. Brian's negotiating skills are phenomenal, and I am comfortable in saying he is.
Paul and Merlyn Winters
Client
Brian is a realtor focused on getting the job done. Aided by a capable team, particularly his assistant Karly, he will shoot it to you straight as he focuses on getting you the best price for your home in the quickest amount of time.
Jason & Maria Margolis
Client
First, I wanted to buy a new house with a yard for my dog. Brian understood immediately what I was looking for. He saved me a lot of time by not showing me houses in which I would not be interested. He gave me a lot of tips on things I would not have known to look for, for example the size of a kitchen for the size and price of the home. He also knows how to make an offer. He does his homework and knows what is a good offer and what is not, and also what to do to make an offer attractive to the seller. The market was really hot when I was buying and there was not much inventory. The house I bought got 8 offers the first day it was listed. We got there very early in the morning that day, thanks to Brian, so my offer was the first one. He talked to the homeowner and figured out that a long closing would appeal to her, so we put that into the offer. Even though there were other offers for the same amount, she picked mine. I think it was both the closing time and that she liked Brian right off. After I bought the house I took my time moving and then wanted to fix up my condo before I put it on the market. Brian advised me what to fix and what not to fix. I had put the condo on the market several years ago and then took it off. That realtor told me to paint, carpet, redo some counter tops, etc. Brian told me that painting was not needed - would not help it sell or get any more money back. So we put in new carpet and one new counter top. Brian has contacts all over Vancouver and can get good deals on the work, so I used his contacts. He did all the legwork on that and got things done quickly. The condo was in a very niche market (it is 3000 square feet, but has no yard), so I did not expect it to sell quickly. It was sold in one day. Again, I credit Brian for helping me price it right and for knowing what to fix and what not to. Brian is so easy to work with! The whole process, which could have been stressful, was really a lot of fun. I would recommend Brian to anyone
Kathy Snider
Client
Hi Brian, Thank you Brian for your assistance in helping us to buy our investment property. It was reassuring to work with a true professional that was focused on closing our deal as soon as possible despite all of the obsta- cles! We really appreciated all the service referrals you gave us. From the electrician to the home inspector, each one was able to help us solidify our costs and put together a realistic offer. It was a pleasure to work with a realtor that is so easy to reach by phone, text and email. John and I will confidently recommend you to our friends and family that we hear may be looking to buy or sell a house. Best Regards, John and Tammy Lochner
John and Tammy Lochner
Client
The majority of real estate professionals I have encountered of late seem to be more interested in being real estate professionals than attending to the job at hand. I wanted to sell my home. Brian Combs sold it. It needed some work. Brian Combs got it done. I wanted to buy a duplex. Brian Combs sold me a duplex. It needed some work.Brian combs got it done. Now if I need help with anything regarding any property….Brian Combs is the first person I call.
Jan Green
Client
I can't begin to thank Brian enough for the assistance he gave me in selling my home. I was unable to come to Vancouver for the process of getting my house on the market. He and Kim jumped in and took that bur- den off my shoulders. I'm not surprised that Brian is a million dollar salesman because he goes the distance for his clients. Thank you!
Linda Nyberg
Client
Dear Brian: We wanted to thank you for all your efforts over the past couple of months. As we started the process of selling our home and finding our future home, I don’t think we could have imagined it working out so well. First, as you know, we attempted for nearly a year in 2012 to sell our home. We had a few showings and a few interested parties but after no success we removed it from the market at the end of 2012. We decided to relist our home in April of 2013 and interviewed several local relators….the best of Clark County. From the start, we appreciated your extra effort in researching and explaining to us the market and how our home might sell. Not only did you and your staff spend the time to do the research, you presented what we believed to be the most realistic market assessment. Once we selected you to list our home, I appreciated your detailed approach to the home photos, the unique and creative flier, and descriptive MLS listing. Within about a week we had several offers on our home. We accepted the third offer, which was at full price. Not only did our home sell quickly, but it sold for much more than we had attempted to sell it for only a few months previous. The transaction went smooth and you were always available to answer our questions through closing and our move. I always felt you were our advocate. Then we decided to give you a try at finding what we anticipated to be a needle in the haystack. We had some pretty specific needs for our new home that fit our family and their hobbies. We were frustrated early in the search by the lack of homes in the market that fit our needs and most importantly within an acceptable price range. We were fortunate that we had time. The time you took to show us a number of homes was greatly appreciated. Once we found the home of our future, your assistance in working with the seller’s representative through the negotiation was key. We got into a home better that we had anticipated and at what I still believe to
Todd & Sheridan Coleman
