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Your Partners in Every Move

With a decade of dedicated real estate experience and a proven track record of liquidating high-end luxury assets, Kayla and Derek have joined forces to offer a seamless, sophisticated real estate experience. As partners in both business and life, they bring a rare level of synergy to the table—combining their individual strengths to form a powerhouse team for their clients.

Kayla serves as the partnership's visionary, known for providing clarity and steadiness in high-stakes moments. Her gift for creative problem-solving, marketing degree, and "concierge-level" service ensure that every property is positioned with precision and every client feels deeply supported.

Derek acts as the team’s analytical engine. A masterful strategist with a background in successful entrepreneurship, he leverages a decade of business ownership and a deep mastery of market trends to ensure every move is data-driven and maximized for the bottom line.

Together, Kayla and Derek don’t just sell homes—they manage significant investments. By blending heart-led service and targeted luxury marketing with rigorous operational efficiency, they offer a full-spectrum approach that delivers uniquely successful outcomes from complex transitions.

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Caroline Clay L.
Kelsey D.
Megan M.
Ireasha
Tiffany H.
Paige R.
Sherman F.
Cameron M.
Erin R.
Matthew
Tammy P.
Shelia H.
Darrel J.
Kai M.
Csear
Darrell C.
Justin G.
Austin L.
Sydney W.
Mary M.
Candie L.
Mckayla T.
Meredith G.
Brittany B.
Judson M.
Kylie R.
Haley B.
Dana W.
Tommy R.
What Our Clients Say

Kayla is top notch! Very knowledgeable and sweet to work with. Gets things done! She has learned from the best! No other team like Anna Kings!

— Rhonda Hood H.

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Kayla was exactly the agent we needed for buying and selling. We were new to the selling game and didn’t know where to start. She was incredibly helpful during each step and helped us at every turn.

— Caroline Clay L.

What Our Clients Say

We could not recommend Kayla enough. She helped us find our dream house that checked every single box we had. Kayla was quick to answer any question, big or small, we had throughout the whole process. Kayla will make sure you’re getting a good purchase and she will truly do anything and everything to make sure it goes smoothly!

— Kelsey D.

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Kayla is knowledgeable, friendly and timely! She really cares about finding you home not just a house! Highly recommend!

— Megan M.

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Kayla is dedicated to providing exceptional care and guidance in the home-buying process. Her knowledge and skill set are unmatched. I trust her completely and value her honesty and transparency throughout the process.

— Ireasha

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Kayla is knowledgeable, professional and efficient! I highly recommend her for all of your real estate needs!

— Tiffany H.

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The way Kayla personalized our home-buying process was simply amazing. Her attention to detail, patience, and local market knowledge made us feel completely at ease. We would gladly recommend her to potential customers looking for a transparent and trusting relationship with a realtor. A good realtor review wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the ability to negotiate effectively, and Kayla certainly ...

— Paige R.

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I have bought two different homes through Kayla; she was fantastically helpful and always had all her ducks in a row. She showed us homes instead of just houses; she knew what we were looking for, so I would give Kayla Locklear 5 stars in a review any day of the week.

— Sherman F.

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Kayla went above and beyond helping us with our home purchase! She honed in on what she knew we wanted and provided listings to view that made sense. She was knowledgeable and very helpful through the entire process. She seemed to always be a step ahead of the game. We never had to ask her to do anything! It was already done!

— Cameron M.

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Kayla is the best! She truly listens to you and answers all questions. I would definitely recommend her to anyone around Calhoun or Etowah County!

— Erin R.

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Wanna talk about thorough and a keen attention to details regarding you wants and needs? Kayla knows how to provide an easy, stress-free experience. Thank you!

— Matthew

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Kayla was such a blessing to work with. She was always so sweet, patient and kind in helping us find our forever home. Kayla was always professional and looked out for us as her clients. She really went above and beyond. Highly recommend using Kayla for all your real estate needs!

— Tammy P.

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Kayla was instrumental in selling my home for the specified needs I required. Her attention to cost, time management and overall knowledge of selling properties is Top Notch! If you are looking to sell or purchase, I highly recommend you contact Kayla!

— Shelia H.

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Mrs Locklear such an amazing realtor. She made my purchase so easy and convenient. I didn't have to miss not one hr of work. She worked around my schedule and made the purchasing easier than renting.

— Darrel J.

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I can’t say enough great things about Kayla. She helped me sell my previous home and then guided me through buying a new one when I moved back to town. The whole process was seamless from start to finish. Her communication was top-notch, always keeping me updated and making sure every question was answered quickly. She really listened to what I wanted in a new home and went above and beyond to find the p...

— Kai M.

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Kayla was a great help in buying our first home. She was always quick to reply and helped answer our questions! Would recommend!

— Csear

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Kayla has been such a blessing to us. Her professionalism and caring throughout the home buying process has been nothing but outstanding! She has gone above and beyond to help us through the closing process and beyond. Kayla recommended a realtor to us to get our old house sold in another state and if that realtor is half as good as Kayla, we should be fine. Thank you Kayla so very much!

— Darrell C.

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Kayla is a very motivated and professional person. She knows what she’s talking about and gets it done with hard work and determination. She will do the same for you!

— Justin G.

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Kayla Locklear is awesome and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!

— Austin L.

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Kayla got my house listed and sold. She was professional and helpful through the entire process. So glad she was my realtor for selling and I will use her again when I’m ready to buy!

— Sydney W.

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I truly believe that God put Kayla in my life, She did everything that was possible to be of help, If she was not able to take a call she would always call back, She made me feel important.

— Mary M.

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I personally love having the opportunity to work with her. She will help you in any way possible and make it happen when you find what you’re looking for. One of the best; I highly recommend using her for your home purchase.

— Candie L.

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Literally cannot recommend her enough. We had our house listed previously, and once we listed with her, it was within a month, and we were under contract. She has made this so easy and gone way above what we could have asked for.

— Mckayla T.

What Our Clients Say

Kayla was wonderful to work with! Working with her to find the perfect home for my boys and me was truly a wonderful experience. From the beginning, she showed so much patience as I looked at multiple homes and I asked many questions. She never once made me feel rushed or overwhelmed—instead, she made sure I felt confident and informed every step of the way. What meant the most to me was how deeply she u...

— Meredith G.

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Kayla Locklear is the best all around! We’ve had a long journey of house hunting and she always goes out of her way to accommodate us and our schedules. Kayla has handled everything with excellence. We are so grateful she will be our agent for life!

— Brittany B.

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Kayla has been the most reliable, caring, and responsive realtor I’ve ever worked with. She has been patient throughout the entire process, and it has been a long process. She worked tirelessly to help us find the right house for us, and I cannot recommend her more to anyone in need of a realtor. She’s a great person too!

— Judson M.

What Our Clients Say

Locklear Living at ERA King provides exceptional real estate service with professionalism, integrity, and extensive knowledge of the luxury home market in Oxford, Gadsden, and Wedowee. Very easy to work with during the process of buying or selling.

— Kylie R.

What Our Clients Say

Kayla helped us not only find a beautiful new house, but we decided to reposition our house that was for sale, and she got us an offer in 3 days. Loved how she thought outside the box for how to market the property to help it stand out.

— Haley B.

What Our Clients Say

Kayla and Derek Locklear were amazing to work with. We were shopping for a lake home in Alabama, but we live in Georgia. Despite the logistical obstacles that came with that, Kayla and Derek never missed a beat and never missed a phone call. Were always on top of everything from day one. They were very accommodating with their schedules, working around our availability and having to travel in from out of...

— Dana W.

What Our Clients Say

Kayla Locklear was fantastic in helping us buy our first home in Oxford. She always responded to every text within minutes and guided us calmly. Thanks her strong negotiation skills, we got the house. We highly recommend Kayla to anyone. Again. Thank you!

— Tommy R.

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See what’s available in Alabama’s lake and home communities.

For Sale

12699 COUNTY ROAD 66
$1,500,000

12699 COUNTY ROAD 66, HEFLIN, AL 36264

  • 5 BEDS
  • 5 BATHS
  • 5,150 Sq.Ft.

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2705 NANYEHI DRIVE
$1,250,000

2705 NANYEHI DRIVE, OHATCHEE, AL 36271

  • 5 BEDS
  • 4 BATHS
  • 2,688 Sq.Ft.

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4906 LAUREL TRACE
$795,000

4906 LAUREL TRACE, ANNISTON, AL 36207

  • 4 BEDS
  • 4 BATHS
  • 5,789 Sq.Ft.

For Sale

0 NANYEHI DRIVE
$410,000

0 NANYEHI DRIVE, OHATCHEE, AL 36271

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717 YORK IMPERIAL TRAIL
$410,000

717 YORK IMPERIAL TRAIL, OXFORD, AL 36203

  • 4 BEDS
  • 3 BATHS
  • 2,774 Sq.Ft.

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6153 BURTON ACRES
$325,000

6153 BURTON ACRES, ALTOONA, AL 35952

  • 5 BEDS
  • 2 BATHS
  • 2,192 Sq.Ft.

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94 WEBB DRIVE W
$309,900

94 WEBB DRIVE W, HEFLIN, AL 36264

  • 3 BEDS
  • 3 BATHS
  • 2,234 Sq.Ft.

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515 KEITH AVENUE
$280,000

515 KEITH AVENUE, ANNISTON, AL 36207

  • 3 BEDS
  • 3 BATHS
  • 3,020 Sq.Ft.

For Sale

801 LYNELL COURT
$275,000

801 LYNELL COURT, OXFORD, AL 36203

  • 4 BEDS
  • 3 BATHS
  • 1,885 Sq.Ft.
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Kayla and Derek pair visionary, concierge-level marketing with data-driven strategic planning to seamlessly guide your real estate journey. Partner with a dedicated team committed to protecting your equity and delivering exceptional outcomes at every step.

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Locklear Living

ERA King Real Estate - Calhoun County Office

[email protected]
(256) 375-3348

1530 Hillyer Robinson Industrial Prkwy Anniston AL, 36207