Meet Jillian
If real estate excellence in Lower Fairfield’s dynamic market is what you are searching for, look no further than Coldwell Banker Realty agent, Jillian Klaff. With nearly 30 years of industry experience under her belt, Jillian is part of the prestigious Coldwell Banker® International Society of Excellence, reserved for less than 1% of agents globally. She has a diverse professional background, working not just in the United States, but in South Africa as well.
After working in South Africa for a large, international accounting firm, Jillian moved to the United States and pursued accounting as a CPA before becoming a full-time agent. Her prior roles give her a leg up on financials, always knowing the ins and outs of the best deals on the market and how to get the most value. She proudly serves Lower Fairfield County in Connecticut, working with luxury clients and builders; she has also worked on various relocation projects and new construction. A family woman, she understands the significance of a great home, and she is very attentive to her clients so that she understands what each client needs on a case-by-case basis.
Jillian represents both sellers and buyers. A negotiating pro, she believes that credibility is everything, and her mission is to find buyers their dream homes and help sellers obtain the best price for their homes in the shortest possible time. She is straightforward, down to earth, and goal-oriented and gives daily updates to her clients throughout the real estate process. She is very involved from start to finish and knowledgeable about the area. She continually researches the market to further understand and educate herself so that she can provide her clients with the best possible service. This combination of expertise and compassion makes her stand out in being able to go above and beyond her client’s expectations.
Jillian grew up in Zimbabwe and graduated college with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. She then emigrated to America with her husband and pursued her CPA certification while her children were very young and worked as an accountant. After relocating to Westport, CT in 1993, she changed paths to real estate and has not looked back. Over the years she has worked with many of the major builders in the community to help market and sell their spec and custom homes. Jillian partnered in the building of two spec homes to understand the construction process more fully.
Jillian is an active member in her community: She has served as Treasurer of the Mid-Fairfield County Association of Realtors® (MFCAR) for a few years during her career, as a Board Member of the Federation of Jewish Philanthropy in lower Fairfield County, co-chairing Charity’s fundraising campaign for 2 years, presently serves on the Board of the Elayne & James Schoke Jewish Family Service of Fairfield County and is a new member of the Westport Garden Club. Jillian enjoys gardening alongside Rosie, her labradoodle, and traveling all over the world to visit family and friends. Jillian and her husband, Anthony have three sons and five grandchildren. Family is her priority, followed closely by real estate.
Contact Jillian Klaff today to get started on your next property venture!
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