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Leane Preast

Leane Preast President/Broker/REALTOR®

CALL/TEXT: 808-497-6641
EMAIL: leanehensley@outlook.com

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For more than two decades, I've built my career around one simple philosophy: people come first. With over 25 years of experience in customer service, sales, and real estate, I am committed to providing exceptional service through honest communication, integrity, and a client-first approach.

Originally from Massachusetts, I have embraced the military lifestyle for over 20 years, relocating across the country before proudly calling Jacksonville and Onslow County home for the past 15 years. As a Certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP), I understand the unique challenges military families face when buying or selling a home. Having lived that lifestyle myself, I strive to make every transition as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Today, I am honored to serve not only as a REALTOR®, but also as the President of Terri Alphin Smith & Co., where I have the privilege of supporting both our clients and our incredible team of agents. Whether I'm helping a first-time homebuyer, assisting a family relocating to Eastern North Carolina, marketing a luxury listing, or mentoring fellow agents, my goal is always the same, to deliver an experience built on trust, professionalism, and results.

Outside of real estate, I am a proud wife and mother of three amazing sons. I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and, if you know me, you'll know I have a passion for fast cars and Corvettes.

Real estate is more than a transaction; it's one of life's biggest milestones. When you choose to work with me, you're not just hiring a REALTOR, you're gaining a trusted advisor, skilled negotiator, and dedicated advocate who will be with you every step of the way. 

 

Testimonials

"Just wanted to say: thank you, thank you, thank you! For all your wonderful help finding us a home—not just a house. Where we can see ourselves living and loving and making memories to last a lifetime. You were such a joy to have as an agent. So knowledgeable and hardworking and attentive. We really got so very lucky with you."

"We often talk about how everything fell into place like some beautiful, exquisite happenstance. How we drove down to Jacksonville just to check out the area, see if we loved it—could see ourselves living there—and just up the road, before we even made it to the heart of the city, we see the Stateside flags and decide to turn around and pull in. Which is where we met you. We hadn’t even planned to look at homes that day, nonetheless talk to an agent, and we didn’t even know how lucky we were going to be having run into you. Then, when we were reaching out to a whole list of agents, only you and one other agent replied, and you just perfectly met all of our needs. You were so patient, so committed, and again, so good at your job, that in every new development neighborhood, you always did a quick lap to see what else was there. I don’t know many agents who would do that. Which is how we found our lovely home—which, again, by some curious twist of fate, was still on the market. It really is hard not to believe that this all happened the way it was supposed to, somehow, someway—given we deterred off the original plan for every single one of these decisions. And it all lead us to here."

"We cannot say thank you enough. These last few months with you have been long and arduous, but you made it feel so easy, and oh, so fun. I hope you remind yourself everyday how awesome you are."

"Thank you (again x3) for everything. For the lovely housewarming gift, for your diligence and labor, and (again) for finding us a home. We cannot be more happy."

706 Puppy Drum Ln, Maysville image
706 Puppy Drum Ln, Maysville $378,000

Welcome to this meticulously maintained Catalina floor plan in the desirable Village Creek community! Offering approximately 2,299 heated square feet, this beautifully de...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 100591550 MLS

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