our team

Three officers, decades of Coachella Valley experience.

Kathy Kleindienst

Manager · Senior Escrow Officer

Escrow has been Kathy's career for her entire professional life. She is considered by her fellow professionals, lawyers, real estate brokers and agents to be one of the most trusted and knowledgeable Escrow Officers in the Coachella Valley.

She taught Escrow at College of the Desert, served on numerous professional panels and has spoken at local Real Estate offices to help explain the ever-changing rules of escrow in the State of California.

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Michelle Nelson

Escrow Officer

Michelle has been an integral part of The Escrow Connection for more than 15 years. As an Escrow Officer, Michelle handles all types of escrows, from the simplest residential transaction to the most complex.

A lifelong valley resident, she attended Palm Springs High School and Lake Tahoe Community College.

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A word from our clients…

Testimonials

Bob Hughes, President | Hughes Properties Inc.

"The complex world of Bulk Sale Escrows (Business Opportunity Sales) has been made simple and successful when handled by Kathy Kleindienst and The Escrow Connection. Her office is experienced in all facets of the sale of businesses and liquor license transfers. Her relationship with Governmental agencies that are involved in these types of escrows is extraordinary. Kathy understands the business of business."
- Bob Hughes, President | Hughes Properties Inc.

Louise Hampton, Broker

"My clients demand the best. Their taste and budget allow them to purchase the finest property that Palm Springs has to offer. They expect professionalism in their real estate transactions and Kathy Kleindienst and The Escrow Connection has met, if not exceeded, their expectations when handling their escrows. It is my pleasure to say that Kathy is my escrow officer."
- Louise Hampton, Broker

Maryellen Hill, Broker | Maryellen Hill & Associates

“Kathy Kleindienst and The Escrow Connection have repeatedly demonstrated an in-depth knowledge and a high level of professionalism through hundreds of escrow and decades of service. Without fail or pause, Kathy has always given unequalled service to my clients. Her attention to detail and deft handling of escrow issues assures me, my clients and my fellow Real Estate Agents of a successful transaction.”
- Maryellen Hill, Broker | Maryellen Hill & Associates