Corrie Root, Realtor

05/17/2026

Visit with clients that our now friends……..and 1 year later they have transformed their DE home with their vision now turned reality. It was an amazing full circle weekend! Thanks Q and Renaldo/Alex and May for trusting me as your realtor and now Vinny and I have expanded our family of friends.

05/17/2026

Great advice about testing out a new home’s neighborhood. Envision yourself already there. Drive back and forth from work to the new home, see if it works. Look at the community grocery stores, schools, shopping, main road access to family/friends. Testing ground for your possible new reality.

04/28/2026

Why don’t mortgage rates fall just because the Fed holds rates steady? Because the Fed isn’t the only force at play.

Mortgage rates actually respond more to inflation, global events, and the bond market than to Fed announcements. That’s why rates can move even when the Fed does nothing. Right now, easing geopolitical tensions are doing more to pull rates down than any policy change.

Don’t wait for a Fed cut. Watch inflation and global stability instead.

Federal Reserve policymakers began their two-day meeting on interest rate policy Tuesday and are expected to hold rates steady.

03/29/2026

Image of Pennell Rd (452) going down the steep hill to Aston. 1905

08/05/2025

Homeownership Hack: Pay Off Early & Save Big 💰

Buying your first home? A 30-year mortgage is a great way to start — it offers lower monthly payments and flexibility.

But here's a savvy tip I always share with my clients: Pay a little extra each month toward the principal.

Let’s say your mortgage is $275,000 at 6.5% over 30 years. Your monthly payment is about $1,738 (principal & interest).

👉 Add $200 extra per month to your payment… And boom — you could knock 6 years off your mortgage and save over $83,000 in interest.

The takeaway: You don’t need a 15-year loan to pay off early. With small consistent add-ons, you can build equity faster, save big, and own your home outright sooner.

Ready to run the numbers for your future home? Message me anytime — I love helping buyers build wealth through smart strategies. 💬

When it comes to a home mortgage loan, you can actually pay off the loan much more quickly and save a great deal of money by simply paying a little extra each month.

07/31/2025

Thinking about buying a home in the next few years? It is always wise to reach out to a lender now if you are thinking of purchasing a home in the next 2-3 years. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to saving—your income, current and future debt, and how much you should be setting aside each month. That’s why it’s smart to connect with a lender early.

Reach out to a trusted mortgage lender who can guide you through the steps and help you feel ready for what’s ahead. They can help you understand where you stand financially and create a plan that puts you on the right path.

Saving for a home in Pennsylvania takes an average of 3 years and 2 months — a shorter saving period than 38 other states.

07/03/2025

My older brother, Brian, and I visited La Jolla, CA a couple of years back. We enjoyed a cocktail at Duke's but we also walked around and toured the coastline...the overall vibe of the area we found to be peaceful...... Here is a property for sale now in La Jolla.

1900 Spindrift Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 is for sale. View 50 photos of this 10 bed, 14.5+ bath, 12981 sqft. single family home with a list price of $108000000.

06/26/2025

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04/17/2025

The history of the Delaware Valley is fascinating South Jersey’s 18th-century farmhouses are a hidden architectural gem, boasting intricate patterned brick designs that set them apart. Historian Robert L. Thompson has spent years unraveling the mystery behind these structures, built by Quaker farmers in Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, and Salem Counties.

These homes—both historic landmarks and overlooked treasures—deserve appreciation and preservation.

What do you think of these patterned brick homes? Have you ever seen one in person? 🏡🔥

"People just take them for granted," said one historian.

04/04/2025

Backyard chicken coops are on the rise, and homeowners are loving the fresh eggs and farm-to-table vibes! But with roosters ruffling feathers, some townships—like Rose Valley—are considering a fowl ordinance to keep the peace. Some say "it’s gone to the birds!" What do you think?

The Rose Valley Borough Council will consider adoption of the attached ordinance establishing guidelines for the ownership and care of fowl within the Borough at its April 9, 2025, regular meeting.