Lora Leslie

I remember as a little girl going to other people's homes and wondering what made them choose that color paint or that sofa pattern. As I grew older I found I had a passion for architecture and design which ultimately led to an interior design degree from Wayne State University. One could call it coincidence that HGTV launched when I was 16. I call it destiny! I've worked in office environments, restaurants and design houses. My greatest takeaway from each of these roles is that if you're not laser-focused on your customer, you won't be a success. Real estate allows me to apply my life skills unlike any other profession. And while it also enables me to continue to explore our region's residential architecture -- that doesn't hold a candle to the fact I find true fulfillment when I know I'm doing everything I can to find the right home for my customer at the right price. If it's a ...