Realtor® · SFR® · eXp Realty of Northern California

Your Contra Costa County Realtor, putting you first.

For 23 years, Leona Greenlow-Turner has helped Bay Area families buy, sell and invest with honesty, strategy and compassion. That includes the hard moments, like a home facing foreclosure or a house left in an estate.

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23 yrsCalifornia Realtor

17 yrsNotary public & apostille agent

SFR®Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource

eXpRealty of Northern California

Leona Greenlow-Turner, smiling, in a blue top

Leona Greenlow-TurnerRealtor® · SFR® · DRE #01390252

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Front of 6201 Ralston Ave, a two-story home with an attached garage in Richmond

Open house Nov 14 & 15

Richmond · Contra Costa County

6201 Ralston Ave

Richmond, CA 94805

$999,900

3 bedrooms · 2 baths · 1,997 sq ft

A two-story home with a bay window, skylights, an attached garage and a green backyard. The primary suite has room for a king-size bed, plus its own dressing area and adjoining bathroom. Open house Saturday, Nov 14 and Sunday, Nov 15. Watch the sneak peek video →
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How can Leona help?

Start where you are

Selling

Sell for the right price, with less stress

Pricing based on real comparable sales, prep advice, marketing, and firm negotiation from listing to closing day.

Selling with Leona → Buying

Find the home that fits your life

Leona listens first, searches with you, and negotiates hard so your offer stands out without overpaying.

Buying with Leona → Behind on payments or settling an estate?

Pre-foreclosure & probate sales

Calm, confidential help from an SFR® certified Realtor, so you understand your options and can sell on a timeline that protects you.

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Client reviews

What clients say about working with Leona

Leona Greenlow-Turner did an excellent job selling our property. She worked continuously entertaining buyers as well as agents in getting the job done adequately. If you need a very good realtor, she is definitely the one to call.

G NobleSeller

This isn't the first time I've used Leona to find the perfect home. Each time I've used her she found exactly what we wanted. She's know real estate, she listens to your needs, she's great at negotiating. If you want all your needs handle to find your dream home use her.

igatewood15Repeat buyer

Very knowledgeable and pays attention to details. Is very attentive to the needs of her clients and searches for what is in the best interest of them. She is very welcoming.

ld davis87Real estate client

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Take a look inside

Home tours and updates from Leona's YouTube channel, Bay Area Real Estate Today.

Backyard oasis

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Kitchen remodel

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East Contra Costa and across the Bay

Leona focuses on East and West Contra Costa County and serves buyers and sellers throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Explore the areas

Antioch Brentwood Oakley Pittsburg Richmond San Pablo Rossmoor

Document services you can count on

The same care Leona brings to real estate, for the paperwork that has to be done right.

Mobile Notary Public

Loan documents, powers of attorney, affidavits and trusts. Same-day and after-hours appointments.

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Apostille & Authentication

California Secretary of State and U.S. Department of State certifications for documents used abroad.

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Process Serving

Fast, compliant service on registered agents and businesses in Sacramento County, with proof of service in 24 hours.

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Ready to talk about your next move?

A no-pressure conversation about your goals and your timeline.

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Pre-foreclosure & probate

When a sale is about more than the house

Falling behind on a mortgage or settling a loved one's estate is stressful. Leona brings patience, discretion and real experience to both, so you understand your options and can move forward.

Leona holds the SFR® (Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource) certification from the National Association of REALTORS®, earned through training in short sales, foreclosure options and working with lenders.

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What a Notice of Default means

Leona explains what happens after a Notice of Default in California, why investors start calling, and the first step to take.

Have questions about your situation? Call or text (510) 272-7435 for a confidential conversation.

California Notice of Default

YouTube Short · Watch on YouTube

Pre-foreclosure in California

How the timeline usually works

Most California home loans are foreclosed outside of court. Knowing the general timeline shows you how much time you have to act.

Start
Notice of Default
The lender records a Notice of Default after missed payments. This is often the first formal step.
At least 3 months
Reinstatement period
The owner can usually bring the loan current, refinance or sell during this time.
20+ days before sale
Notice of Trustee's Sale
A sale date is set and the notice is recorded, posted and published.
Sale date
Trustee's sale
The property is auctioned. Selling before this date can protect your equity and credit.

This is general information, not legal or financial advice. Every loan and situation is different. Leona is a licensed Realtor, not an attorney. For legal questions, talk with a real estate attorney or a HUD-approved housing counselor.

How Leona helps homeowners in pre-foreclosure

Explains your options: selling, catching up, or working with your lender
Prices and markets the home quickly to beat the sale date
Coordinates with your lender when a short sale is needed
Keeps your situation private and handled with respect

How Leona helps with probate and trust sales

Works with executors, administrators, trustees and their attorneys
Clean-out, repair and prep plans for inherited homes
Understands probate sales, including sales that need court confirmation
Clear updates for every heir and decision-maker

Common questions

Questions families ask

Is it too late to sell if I've received a Notice of Default?

Usually not. In many cases there is still time to sell before the trustee's sale. The sooner you call, the more options you have.

Can a home be sold while it's in probate?

Yes. The executor or administrator can sell it. Depending on the authority the court has granted, the sale may need court confirmation, which can include an overbid process at the hearing. Leona works alongside the estate's attorney through each step.

Do I have to fix up an inherited home before selling?

No. Some estates sell as-is and some do light repairs first. Leona will walk you through the likely result of each so the family can decide.

Is our conversation confidential?

Yes. Leona treats every pre-foreclosure and estate situation with discretion.

Leona Greenlow Turner LLC · Process serving

Sacramento process server for registered agents

Fast, compliant, confidential service on registered agents and business entities across Sacramento County. Standard, rush and same-day attempts, GPS and time-stamped logs, and a court-ready Proof of Service within 24 hours of completion.

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What's included

3 attempts per address on varied days and times
GPS and time-stamped attempt notes
Photo or description when appropriate
Proof of Service e-delivered within 24 hours
Optional skip tracing

Turnaround

Standard: 3–5 days
Rush: 24–48 hours
Same-day: Order by 11 a.m.

How it works

Email your documents and case details.
Service is attempted, with status updates by email or text.
Receive your Proof of Service as a PDF. Hard copy on request.

Service area

Sacramento County

Including Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, Folsom and surrounding areas. Registered agent and corporate service locations covered regularly include:

720 14th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
1401 21st Street, Suite R, Sacramento, CA 95811
7801 Folsom Boulevard, #202, Sacramento, CA 95826
2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, CA 95833

FAQ

Process serving questions

How many attempts are included?

Three attempts per address, on varied days and times.

Can you do rush or same-day service in Sacramento?

Yes. Rush service is 24–48 hours. Same-day service is available when ordered by 11 a.m.

What if the agent has moved?

Skip tracing is available to locate a current address.

Do you serve at workplaces?

Yes, when lawful.

Do you serve corporate registered agents in Sacramento County?

Yes. Leona routinely delivers to corporate registered agents, including CSC Lawyers, CT Corporation and other Sacramento-based agents.

How do I submit documents?

Email them to leona@leonaturner.com, or call (510) 272-7435 for rush or same-day service.

Your Contra Costa County Realtor, putting you first.

New on the market

6201 Ralston Ave

Start where you are

Sell for the right price, with less stress

Find the home that fits your life

Pre-foreclosure & probate sales

What clients say about working with Leona

Take a look inside

Backyard oasis

Kitchen remodel

East Contra Costa and across the Bay

Document services you can count on

Mobile Notary Public

Apostille & Authentication

Process Serving

Ready to talk about your next move?

Sell with a plan, not a guess

From first call to closing

Consultation & pricing

Preparation

Disclosures

Marketing & showings

Offers & negotiation

Escrow to closing

Special situations Leona handles

Find the right home and win it on fair terms

How buying with Leona works

Goals & budget

Search & tours

Offer strategy

Inspections & contingencies

Closing

Who Leona helps

When a sale is about more than the house

What a Notice of Default means

California Notice of Default

How the timeline usually works

Notice of Default

Reinstatement period

Notice of Trustee's Sale

Trustee's sale

How Leona helps homeowners in pre-foreclosure

How Leona helps with probate and trust sales

Questions families ask

Leona's current listings

6201 Ralston Ave

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