Kent's Bobbi Slagle named Delaware Realtor of the Year

Bobbi Slagle has been honored as the 2024 Delaware Realtor of the Year.

The award was presented by George Thomasson, 2024 president of the Delaware Association of Realtors, at a reception during the 60th annual Delaware Realtors Convention in Dover.

Slagle is broker and owner of NextHome Preferred in Felton and has been a licensed Realtor since 2004. She recently served as president of the Kent County Association of Realtors. Slagle now holds a leadership role with the Delaware Association of Realtors, where she helps to shape public policy, improve forms and documents for real estate transactions, and oversee licensing practices in the industry.

Also a passionate educator, Slagle has been teaching real estate courses since 2011 and became a certified instructor in 2019, helping other Realtors enhance their skills and knowledge. She also serves on the Delaware Real Estate Commission’s Education Committee, where she works to improve education and training for real estate professionals.

"I am deeply honored to be recognized by my peers and the Delaware Association of Realtors," said Slagle. "I am very grateful for the many dedicated Realtors who selflessly contribute to elevate our professionalism, championing homeownership, advocating for responsible growth and property rights, and providing invaluable expertise to clients navigating their buying and selling journeys. Our unwavering commitment together makes a profound difference and I look forward to continued collaboration to support our communities."

The Delaware Realtor of the Year Award is given to an agent who has shown outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to the real estate profession and to the community. The award recognizes those who have made a lasting impact on the real estate industry at the local, state and national levels.