Let's Get Real with Root Realty

Getting real about real estate, living in Jacksonville, and figuring out how to balance building your career, having a life, and making a difference in your community!

Buying + Selling Homes in 2023

Grace and MaryAnne sit down with Root Realty agents Amanda Searle and Alaina Burt to chat about real estate trends in 2023. Is it a buyer's market? Do sellers still have the upper hand? Alaina and Amanda break down the market overall and what that means for buyers and sellers in Jacksonville and beyond! They also chat about their favorite recipes, functional purchases, and shifting interior design trends. Check out their websites: www.rootrealtyjax.com www.gracedyerdigital.com &nbs...

02-16
19:12

Making Mortgages Make Sense With Cara Potter

Grace and MaryAnne sit down with Cara Potter of Future Home Loans and chat about living in JAX and all things mortgage loans! Cara breaks down interest rates, how to prepare for pre-approval, and some of the must-know information when it comes time to finance your home whether you are a first-time buyer or getting ready to purchase your forever home! Check out their websites: www.rootrealtyjax.com www.gracedyerdigital.com https://future.loans/cara-potter/ ...

02-09
23:43

Empowering Survivors with Kristin Keen and Rethreaded Inc.

Grace and MaryAnne talk with Kristin Keen about how to make an impact in your local community, and her organization, Rethreaded Inc. Kristin and her team at Rethreaded are on a mission to harness the power of business and create choices for survivors of human trafficking. To learn more about Rethreaded and how you can get involved, visit their website www.rethreaded.com Register for The 2023 Run Home 5K: https://1stplacesports.com/races/runhome/ Check out their websites: www.rootreal...

02-02
21:45

Style Your Life

Ellie and MaryAnne talk with Tenley Dietrich and Kelsay Knox about personal style. Tenley owns a women's boutique in the heart of Avondale, and Kelsay owns an interior design and home goods business. You'll learn how to develop your personal style both in wardrobe and in home! The ladies talk faux pas, influence vs inspiration, and you'll leave with Top 3 Takeaways. Check out their websites: www.rootrealtyjax.com &nbs...

05-26
42:52

Coffee Does Good

Ellie sits down with Jamily Fuller and Jason Kelloway as they discuss the good coffee can do for us personally but also as a community. As a Realtor at Root, Jamily knows the power of coffee to fuel her busy life, but she's also a fan of the flavors. Jason is the Founder/Owner of Social Grounds Coffee Co. in Jacksonville, FL. They exist to work alongside city providers to employ, train and empower transitioning Veterans and impact the community by investing in the less fortu...

05-12
46:15

Honors + Horrors of Home Inspections

Ellie and MaryAnne talk with Emily Munn Usina from BiltRite Jax about the honors and horrors of home inspections. You'll learn about the process and importance of a home inspection, which will better equip you as a buyer! The ladies talk personal horror stories, the ins and outs of home inspections, and you'll leave with Top 3 Takeaways. Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com ...

04-28
38:10

Working Moms + Jacksonville Mom

Ellie and MaryAnne talk to Megan Kilis, one of the co-founders of Jacksonville Mom, about the challenges moms, especially working moms, face! She shares why she and Vicky Lane started Jacksonville Mom, advice for mothers who feel overwhelmed, and more! Learn about the community of Jacksonville Mom and gain our Top 3 Takeaways for the episode. Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com &...

04-14
31:43

Mortgage Myths

If the process of buying a home is confusing or overwhelming, tune into this episode! Ellie talks to Cara Potter, a mortgage broker from Future Home Loans, about mortgage myths. You'll learn the ins and outs of the process, as well as the advantages to working with a local broker. Check out their websites here: www.rootrealtyjax.com www.carapotter.com Follow them on instagram here: @theellie.b @mortgages.by.cara Connect with Cara: (904) 535-1096

03-17
31:53

Pivot Well

We've all been challenged to change directions or switch everything completely. Ellie and MaryAnne talk to Chef Natasha Burton, the "Head Honcho" of Mixed Fillings Pie Shop to learn about changing directions. Natasha shares her story and overcoming and encourages listeners to lead as you adapt. You're going to love this episode! Make sure you follow her story and try some delicious pie if you're ever in the area! Check out their websites here: www.rootrealtyjax.com ww...

03-03
29:15

Let's Talk Time

Ellie and MaryAnne welcome Leah Miller to the Let's Get Real {Estate} Podcast to talk about maximizing time. In a world that can reach you in an instant, how do you prioritize your daily tasks? Leah Miller is the CEO of J. Riley Williams, PLC, a wife, a mom of 2 boys, a crossfit trainer, AND an excellent baker. Learn how to make a schedule that works best for you and gain her Top 3 Tips for maximizing time. Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com Follow them on Inst...

02-17
33:32

Refresh Your Space on a Budget

Ellie and MaryAnne welcome Tabatha to the Let's Get Real {Estate} Podcast to talk about refreshing your space on a budget. Tabatha is the queen of indoor and rare plants, and she shares some helpful tips on making your space thrive! She runs The Velvet Garden JAX, and she's so helpful to anyone looking to add more plants to your home and life. Learn how to revive your space and gain her Top 3 Tips for refreshing on a budget. Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com Follow ...

02-03
32:13

First Time for Everything

In the first official episode of the Let's Get Real {Estate} Podcast, Ellie and MaryAnne speak with Emily Hall, the Director of Sales at Root Realty. Laugh along as they discuss a few of their "firsts", and listen to their guidance on the process of first time home buying. The Root of It All will give you the Top 3 Tips for a first time home buyer. Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com Follow them on Instagram: @rootrealtyjax @theellie.b @rodriguezrenovationsjax @emily....

01-20
31:01

Welcome to the Let's Get Real {Estate} Podcast!

Welcome to the introductory episode of the Let's Get Real {Estate} Podcast! Listen to hosts Ellie Boline and MaryAnne Rodriguez give a vision for the podcast. You'll find out where and when the episodes release, what to expect in each episode, and more! Check out their website: www.rootrealtyjax.com Follow them on instagram: @rootrealtyjax @theellie.b @rodriguezrenovationsjax

01-06
10:07

Intro

Introduction to podcast

11-16
02:37

Moms Supporting Moms with Dr. Jill Garret

This week, Grace Dyer and Emily Hall sit down with Dr. Jill Garret, a licensed psychologist with extensive specialty experience in perinatal mental health. Dr. Jill Garret founded her business Motherhood Feels, an online community and course focused on helping new mother feel educated and empowered around their mental health. With over ten years as a practicing psychologist and the founding psychologist and program director of a perinatal-specific day program for a hospital system, Dr. Garre...

06-08
27:03

Fitness, Food, and Finding Biz Balance with Amy Saltmarsh

This week, Grace and Emily Hall sit down with Amy Saltmarsh owner of Crossfit Salt de Terre and Soulfull Eats. Crossfit Salt de Terre is a neighborhood Crossfit gym right here in Riverside. The programming is designed to for ALL levels of fitness and the focus is on getting better every day, and reaching personal goals. Amy's other venture, Soulfull Eats is a meal prep and delivery business on a mission to make healthy food delicious and simple. With menu's updated weekly and a real deal ch...

06-01
19:58

A Snapshot of Real Estate Photography with Mike Hall

This week, Grace and MaryAnne sit down with Mike Hall, owner of Residential Photography Solutions. Mike specializes in real estate photography, videography, Matterport 3d Scans, and drone photography. This week's conversation covers the importance of professional real estate photography, Mike's family connection to Root Realty and photography, and some do's and don't before you're listing photo shoot. Check out their websites: www.rootrealtyjax.com www.gracedyerdigital.com www.residentialp...

05-11
23:27

Run Home Recap!

This week, Grace and MaryAnne breakdown the 2023 Run Home 5k! The Run Home 5k is such an important event for Root Realty and the massive support from our community this year was incredible!! 100% of proceeds form The Run Home benefit Rethreaded Inc and Sulzbacher. Two organizations here in Jacksonville doing such important work for survivors of human trafficking and the homeless. We truly could not have done it without the support of our sponsors, the runners, and our Jacksonville communit...

05-04
17:02

Writing Your Own Story with Amelia Smith

This week, Grace and MaryAnne sit down with Amelia, owner of A.WordSmith! A.WordSmith was born out of Amelia's love of writing and strategy, she uses this expertise to help businesses meet their goals faster and more successfully. Their services are centered around communication, marketing, and content. Today's conversation is all about Ameila's decision to leave her 9-5, how her aspirations as a writer began, how she used her corporate experiences to find her niche, and mu...

04-27
25:26

Raising The Bar with Audrey and Regard Libations

This week, Grace and MaryAnne sit down with Audrey, owner of Regard Libations Regard Libations is a private cocktail company serving up wayyy more than just drinks. They provide a unique experience, excellent service, and the ultimate level of convenience clients. Today's conversation is all about what goes into an incredible cocktail experience, how to build your ideal team around you, and much much more! Check out their websites: www.rootrealtyjax.com www.gracedyerdigital.com www.r...

04-20
28:50

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