About Leslie

Your Experienced Neighborhood Realtor: Leslie joined Coldwell Banker Lake Forest in 2001, where she has been assisting clients with their real estate goals on the North Shore and in surrounding communities. She approaches her work with integrity, and embraces the latest technologies to integrate into the client's experience and property marketing. Leslie offers a full-service network, prompt follow up, high level negotiating skills, and attention to detail. During what can often be a stressful time for buyers and sellers, Leslie's clients appreciate her accessibility, patience, and compassion. Leslie's Superior Real Estate Services: For buyers, Leslie performs a needs assessment to help clients find the home that best suits their lifestyle. Leslie offers the most up-to-date market research to make a client feel comfortable with their home purchase decisions, and offers support and resources well after the closing. For sellers, Leslie offers a custom marketing plan that includes high-end photography, an interactive floor plan, a personalized property website, video, social media advertising, and rich hard copy materials loaded with detailed information, direct mail pieces, and consistent showing feedback. Her goal is to get the clients' property sold at the maximum value in the shortest amount of time! Personal Background: Prior to her career in real estate, Leslie held business development and sales roles mainly in service industries. Leslie lives in Lake Forest where she relocated with her family from the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago. Leslie belongs to the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Running Club, and has participated in races ranging from marathons to 5K's. She loves spending time with her two sons and her golden retriever, Scout. Community Involvement: Leslie is involved in a number of local organizations. She was an elected member of the Lake Forest Caucus, and was active in the local elementary school APT (Association of Parents & Teachers). Leslie was the Cub Scout Fundraiser Chairperson for her children's scout pack, was a member of the board of directors of Villa Turicum Homeowners' Association, and is the Social Co-Chairperson for the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Running Club. Education and Designations: - MBA, DePaul University, Chicago, IL - BS, Bradley University, Peoria, IL - ABR, Accredited Buyer Representative - REBAC, NSBAR, NAR Member - Licensed Illinois Realtor - Member of Customer Engagement/i-Leads Team, Lake Forest office