Business snowballed so rapidly that the newly-arrived Delodder received Royal LePage’s Director’s Platinum Award. “That’s a huge accomplishment for somebody in their first year,” he acknowledges —then makes a prediction that raises the stakes. “The Diamond Award is next, and I will get that this year.”
that; I feel as though I am. I’ve always known that in PEI, word of mouth is the most important thing, and I get a lot of referrals.” Delodder’s real estate strategy is, in part, classic. He’s adamant about meticulous staging and professional photography. He once hired local bakers, including an Amish bakery, to whip up delectable desserts like cheesecake and 'strawberry swirl cake' for an open house. Other techniques Delodder calls on are cutting- edge. He’ll show off a house’s interior via drone, and he’s swung multiple sales thanks to social media. Delodder’s success lets him throw his weight behind numerous local causes, including a youth ringette team, a gym, and an ice rink. Hearing about the latter, I at first assume — wrongly — that Delodder plays hockey. But actually, he explains, he grew up with seven siblings; skates weren’t in the cards. These days, most of Delodder’s “non-real estate time” time is spent with his family, consisting of his “other half,” Andrea; five-year- old Claire; and three-year-old Henry. “I want my kids to see that they can create a life they
don’t need a vacation from. Fortunately, that’s what I’ve done,” he says. He also points out the invaluable support he receives from Andrea: “She’s been the glue that keeps this all together.” Despite his real estate vocation, Delodder continues, “I’m a father first.” And since his son has taken up hockey, “I’m learning how to skate with him,” Delodder says humbly. “We get out on the ice every Sunday.” Delodder urges Islanders thinking of selling their homes to feel confident about forging ahead. “If you’re a hard worker, put the time in, and market things professionally, they’re going to get sold,” he says. “I’m the living proof.” Anthony DeLodder Royal LePage Prince Edward Realty 539 Main Street, Montague Cell: 902.218.6700 902.838.5885 anthonyd@royallepage.ca www.thinkanthony.ca
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