CAROLYN (DEDE) ROTHMAN

Dede Rothman brings a seasoned decorator’s eye, an experienced mother’s multi-tasking, and a people person’s magnetism to her new role as an agent for RSR, REALTORS®.

Dede was a devoted stay-at-home mom for her three children-- Niko, 26; Ellie, 17; and Mia, 15 –for years, but with the encouragement of her son Niko, who once worked at RSR as well, she decided to get her real estate license. In fact, Niko, who now resides in California, did more than encourage — he signed her up and paid for her classes as a Christmas gift one year, saying, “Mom, I’m tired of you always saying you should do this!”

Before fulfilling her dream to earn her real estate license, Dede studied interior design at the Art Institute of York, graduating in 2011.

She went on to work at David's Furniture, an upscale home furnishings store, then became an independent interior designer. She took part in the 2015 Harrisburg Symphony Show House, displaying her work alongside the area’s other finest designers.

For the past three years, she has also been the selections coordinator for new-home builder, Carlson Construction, choosing everything from interior ceiling lights, paints, tile, grout, faucets, and carpet, to outdoor lights, brick and shingles.