A Realtor since 1987, Rod Drendel joined the RE/MAX family in February of 2006. He graduated from the University of Illinois, College of Agriculture in 1977 and has enjoyed a lifetime of sales. Specializing in residential, farms, hobby farms as well as investment and developments of any nature. Rod is especially interested in helping clients to have an enjoyable and hassle free real estate experience. Rod, and his wife Linda, have 4 daughters and 6 grandchildren. In their spare time, Rod & Linda enjoy vacationing in Florida, spending time with family and utilizing Rod's auctioneering skills for local charity benefit auctions.Recognition2016 – Lifetime Achievement Award from RE/MAX Integra2016, 2015, 2014 & 2013 – Ranked within the top 250 agents in the U.S. by Real Trends "America's Best Real Estate Agents" sponsored by Zillow/Trulia (In 2016, Ranked 2nd in Wisconsin for individual transactions)2015 – Ranked 1st for Individual Transactions in the State of Wisconsin for RE/MAX offices2015 –Chairman's Club Award from RE/MAX Integra2014 – Community Citizenship Award for exemplifying the spirit of giving back, by RE/MAX Integra2008, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014 – Platinum Club Award from RE/MAX Integra2006, 2007, 2009 & 2010 – RE/MAX 100% Club Award for RE/MAX Associates who achieved levels of productivity that were more than double the industry average with commission levels