Leigh Klock, SRES, ASP, CHS
Realtor
Superior Real Estate Service
Leigh Klock is an accomplished, highly qualified Bay Area agent whose diverse clientele consists of first-time buyers and sellers, upsizers, downsizers, millennials, newly singles and seniors. She attributes her success to hard work, market expertise and a strong commitment to personalized customer service.
Leigh’s individualized attention includes a marketing strategy crafted to each client’s unique situation. To find buyers the ideal property, she draws on her in-depth knowledge of the community, suggesting homes in both up-and-coming and established neighborhoods when she sees potential value. Coldwell Banker’s® cutting-edge technologies provide her with residential and pricing analytics, and her transaction coordinator organizes and updates all necessary paperwork, timelines and disclosures.
When meeting with sellers, Leigh patiently assists in determining their overall property goals and then designs a marketing plan meant to appeal to the most likely buyer demographic. She ensures high-quality photos appear on all major websites, custom postcards and brochures. As an accredited staging expert, she possesses a skilled eye in showcasing a home’s utmost potential. She takes care of staging costs, recommends tradespeople and coordinates all upgrades. Getting her clients maximum return with minimal investment is her greatest reward.
Leigh became a licensed agent in 2009 and has since amassed an impressive array of professional achievements. She is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist®, an International Sterling Award recipient and an International Diamond Society member. Before entering real estate, she earned a BSN in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and an MSN in nursing education from the University of Missouri, Columbia. As a medical-surgical nurse and later clinical instructor, she regularly helped people deal with stress and learned how to concisely convey key information. These skills have served her well as a real estate agent who puts her clients’ interests above all else.
Leigh has always maintained strong ties to the community she lives in. She is a member of the Clayton Business and Community Association and captain of her team in the Clayton Bocce League. She also has served on various academic committees and volunteered for campus beautification and improvement efforts. Not many agents are so committed to making a positive impact on people’s lives. If you are considering buying or selling, you can trust Leigh to personally see you through every step of your real estate journey.
"When my clients have reached their goals. I consider my job a success."
Proven System
I work diligently to ensure that all of your real estate needs are met during each stage of the transaction. I employ a transaction coordinator dedicated to the professional handling and monitoring of contract information and dates to ensure a smooth and uneventful path to successful close. I specialize in strategic marketing, and I am known for my attention to detail in preparing and positioning homes for sale. I have a network of proven professionals I call on depending on your needs: lenders, designers, movers, photographers, electricians, painters, house cleaners, carpet cleaners, window cleaners, and many more. In addition to being a realtor, I am an accredited staging professional, and I stage each of my listings at no additional cost. Professionally staged homes sell more quickly and for more money. This is an added value I provide; it is money in your pocket. I take careful steps to develop and implement a plan for cleaning, staging, photography, marketing materials (both print and web,) and I am on top of the latest trends in virtual marketing. When you hire me, you get superior real estate service-I won't rest until I have exceeded your expectations.
I am well versed in all areas of residential real estate and eager to help you with your needs whether it be: New Construction, Investment Property, Multi-Family, Land, Luxury Property, Retirement Property, Investment, and I am Military Friendly. My husband served eight years active duty in the Navy so I am sensitive to the needs of the whole family in relocating.
Personal Background
When I am not living out my passion helping people meet their real estate needs, I like to keep active in my community. I am especially focused on education and the importance of life-long learning. I have served on the Parent Faculty Board, School Site Council, and I am currently a member of the curriculum committee at the Clayton Valley Charter High School and volunteer on various committees through the school year. Recently I joined a bocce league with my husband and some former clients and serve as the "capo". We play on the beautiful courts at Skipolini's in downtown Clayton. Even though I have made the East Bay, Clayton in particular, my home since 1996, I am still in awe of the beauty of the area. I love exploring the local communities and enjoying the amenities they afford!
Communities I Serve
I specialize in knowing up to the minute market conditions, housing inventory and trends, schools, and neighborhood profiles in the following East Bay cities:
Clayton, Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Brentwood, Discovery Bay, Antioch, Oakley , Pittsburg, Danville , Orinda, Lafayette , Alamo
Work Philosophy
I work side by side with my clients from the pre-listing or pre-qualifying process through the negotiations and closing. After the closing I assist my clients transition and provide updates on the latest market statistics and trends of their new community. I work with intelligence and integrity, and I am caring and patient. I am honored to help my clients reach their real estate goals, and treat them like family, working effectively and sincerely to earn the role of their real estate agent for life!
