Leslie helped us sell our home a few years ago and we are so thankful for her hard work and dedication! We value the quality service that she provided. She is truly the gold standard in the business. The next house we buy, we will be working with her again.

I knew from the moment I met her she was the one for us. Nobody else could have done it better.

Leslie has a positive energy, a unique talent for reading people and identifying their style and needs. She provided us with endless useful tips, picking the right homes for us to see, and followed through with us all the way until after the close, helping with suppliers. She became a friend!

I can’t recommend Leslie Smolkowicz highly enough! She expertly guided us through both the purchase and sale of the same house, making a potentially stressful process feel smooth and manageable. Leslie went above and beyond—helping with staging, providing emotional support (she was basically my therapist during it all!), and going out of her way to handle showings when I was on my own. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, we got the house under contract in just 15 days. Leslie’s professionalism, kindness, and genuine care made all the difference during this big transition. If you want a realtor who truly has your back, she’s the one!

I absolutely loved working with Leslie! She made the home buying experience a real pleasure. She is very intuitive and always knew what I needed before I did. She was patient and kind, even when I made some difficult requests. Leslie is very knowledgeable and her experience shows. She always followed up with me, on even the smallest details. She stood up for me with builders and contractors, and I always felt she was there fighting for me. I cannot sing enough praises for Leslie! I would highly recommend her for all your real estate needs!

We recently relocated from Los Angeles, CA to Cary, NC due to a sudden job opportunity at Duke University for my wife. With our young son approaching school age, finding a home in a good school district quickly became our top priority. That’s when we were fortunate enough to work with Leslie. Leslie was nothing short of amazing from start to finish. Knowing our time was limited, she scheduled a full weekend of showings—ten homes in total—including a brand-new listing that had just hit the market after we arrived. That home turned out to be the one, and we’re so grateful she moved quickly to make sure we had the opportunity to see it. Throughout the process, Leslie was like a trusted guide and caring friend—she gently “babysat” us through every step, making sure no document went unsigned and that no deadline was missed. Her attention to detail and proactive communication gave us complete peace of mind, especially navigating a long-distance move. After closing, but before we could physically move in, Leslie continued to check on the house regularly. She even ensured the temperature inside was comfortable and left us a beautifully wrapped welcome package—including a handwritten card, gift card to Lowe’s, soaps, wipes, paper towels, and napkins—so we had all the basic necessities upon arrival. Leslie didn’t stop there. She called to check in after our move and even set up a coffee meeting to help us settle into the community. Her warmth, professionalism, and thoughtfulness made a potentially stressful transition not only smooth, but genuinely joyful. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and deeply caring realtor in the Triangle area, Leslie is the one you want on your side.

I am so appreciative of all the work Leslie has done on my behalf during this condo buying process, as are my parents. We cannot thank her enough for being there every step of the way through multiple delays and frustrations, as well as her willingness to hold the builder accountable with all the finishing touches on the condo we were purchasing. She was such a delight to be around and made the experience much more bearable for all of us. I would highly recommend her for anyone else looking to buy a home in the area.

Leslie sets the gold standard for home buying (or selling) experiences. Not only did Leslie go above and beyond to help me sell my home (as a buyer’s agent); she helped me locate, design, and purchase a new home that I will treasure for years to come. Leslie cares about her clients, and demonstrates it during every interaction. She is a true advocate for individuals who need an expert in their corner. Leslie is accessible, reliable, and trustworthy. She even used some of her own decorations to stage my home — and it went under contract within a week of adding her magic touch! Not all realtors are worthy of recognition. You will not find a realtor who cares more, negotiates harder, or works smarter than Leslie Smolkowicz. In one interaction, you will see and feel the difference.

Our experience with Leslie was amazing. Not only is she a fun and bubbly person, she's a very professional, very prepared, and an exceptional agent. It's hard to pinpoint just one experience to show her level of commitment, but we can give you an example that stands out. This was our first new build. Leslie was very knowledgeable and comfortable guiding us through this new experience. In addition to the normal new build process, we had an unusual, unforeseen issue happen. We had the house inspected before the driveway was poured due to new build timings and weather. After the driveway was cured, the issue was found when one of the vehicles couldn't access the garage. Leslie helped us through this issue and helped us communicate with the builder to ensure a proper and timely resolution, even after we completed the purchase of the house. What stood out about this was how she advocated for us and followed through. She's someone we are grateful to have in our corner, going above and beyond.

As a long-time family friend, Leslie referred me to a local realtor and helped me find a great condo at the beach for me and my family in the exact location that I wanted. Leslie was very knowledgeable about the real estate and mortgage processes. Leslie was available at all times to offer advice and support and answer my countless questions throughout the stressful process.