Harley Haddox

Building a Trusted Business and a Bright Future

By Robbyn Moore

Photos by Sasha Marceta with Skyview Experts

Photos taken at Cranbrook Custom Home at The Heights in Rochester

As the youngest producer at Anthony Djon Luxury Real Estate, Harley Haddox is making a big impact. He closed his first year in the business with a solid clientele and a career volume of nearly $10 million, an accomplishment that exceeded many seasoned professionals. Harley is motivated by the happiness and joy that comes throughout the sales process, specifically on closing day. “Hearing the enthusiasm in my client’s voice when I tell them an offer was accepted is so rewarding,” he said. “It’s a mutual feeling of gratitude that’s very inspiring to me.”

Harley acquired his real estate license in February of 2021 and jumped into the industry full of ambition. “I became a real estate agent because I love the whole aspect of being my own boss,” he explained. “Family is very important to me, and therefore, I intentionally chose a career that would allow me to structure my life so that I could spend as much time with my loved ones, along with an uncapped income.”

Beyond the actual sale, Harley enjoys helping people. “My very first deal was assisting a young couple who were first-time homebuyers,” he recalled. “I cannot put into words the wholesome feeling I had in my heart during that transaction. Guiding that family into their first home made me realize how much I Iove my work and the wonderful feeling I get when I’m helping others achieve their dreams.”

Harley’s biggest influences are his parents. Growing up, his family lived a modest lifestyle and demonstrated that no matter what path they took in life, the most important thing to remember was showing up and putting in the effort. “Definitely seeing my mother working over 50 hours a week to take care of the family shaped my life,” Harley said. “My father had multiple open heart surgeries and was not able to work — my mother’s amazing work ethic showed me I could do anything in life.”

Currently, Harley is most passionate about easing the homebuying process for his clients. “I am very aware of how stressful the entire sales journey can be,” he explained. “Therefore, I do my very best to ease the stress by having open communication lines and providing as much industry insight and knowledge as I can.”

At the young age of 20, Harley’s biggest challenge in his profession is earning the trust of his clients. “When people hear that I’m only 20 years old — with some having kids who are older than me — there’s an immediate opinion formed,” he shared. “Often, people find it hard to trust someone with a $500,000 transaction when I don’t even own a home, but I always assure them that I am a professional with a proven track record of success and will lead them in the right direction — 100% of the time.”

Harley works alongside five teammates who help him with brainstorms and assists him with any client transactions. “We are a tight-knit group that shares a common goal, which is to keep our clients happy and to find success,” he said. “We keep each other motivated with a healthy level of competition among one another. There is zero tension between us, and we are always finding ways to celebrate each other’s success.”

Harley’s biggest advice for up-and-coming real estate professionals is to never give up. “There will be good months and months when it feels like nothing can go right,” he said. “The struggle is what shapes people into great real estate agents and prepares them for the worst.”

When Harley’s not working, he enjoys being with friends and family. In particular, he likes to spend time with his girlfriend, Mariah, go grocery shopping with his mother, Delilah, and work on cars with his father, Greg.

Regardless of his age, Harley has proven that no matter how old or young a person is, there is opportunity for everyone to be successful in this industry. “Never sell yourself short because of age — old or young,” he said. “As long as your client is comfortable and there’s an established trust, the sky’s the limit.”

The struggle is what shapes people into great real estate agents and prepares them for the worst.

RISING STAR Harley Haddox from Anthony Djon Luxury Real Estate