REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
Chef’s Kitchen or Open Floor Plan with a Huge Island? Let’s be honest… we’re ordering DoorDash either way. Every real estate listing seems to hype up the “chef’s kitchen” or “massive island for entertaining,” but the truth is—most of us are reheating leftovers, unboxing takeout, or eating over the sink after a long day. That […]
Why Does Every House Built in 2005 Look Like This? It’s like every builder in 2005 joined a design group chat and never logged off. If you’ve walked into a house from the early 2000s, you already know the vibe: • 🍒 Cherry cabinets that dominate the kitchen• 🟫 Beige tile that covers every inch […]
Open House Snacks That Make Me Judge You Let’s be real—people don’t come to your open house for the snacks…But they will remember them.’ Here’s what your snack choices are silently screaming to buyers—and to me, too: • 🍤 Shrimp cocktail at 2pm = unhinged energy. I’m concerned.• 🍪 Cookies = classic, comforting, always works.• […]
The #1 thing Auburn University faculty regret about buying a home? They waited too long. It’s one of the most common things I hear from professors, staff, and administrators relocating to Auburn:“We thought we had more time.” But that hesitation can cost you—big time. 🏡 Homes near Auburn University go fast📈 Prices often rise while […]
Do You Care if the Primary Bedroom Is Upstairs or Downstairs? This one splits people fast—do you care if the primary bedroom is upstairs or downstairs? Some folks say, “Put it upstairs—I want separation from the chaos.”Others say, “Absolutely not—I need my bedroom on the main floor. I’m not climbing stairs after a long day.” […]
Why Some Auburn Neighborhoods Are Overrated (No One Talks About This) Everyone’s hyping this neighborhood up.Big price tags. Lots of curb appeal. Social buzz. But here’s what no one says out loud:🚦 Traffic jams every morning near the school📶 Spotty cell service in certain pockets💧 HOA that won’t fix broken irrigation Is it pretty? Yes.Is […]
Screened Porch vs. Fenced Yard – Which Does Your Pet Prefer? 🐾 When it comes to house hunting in Auburn or Opelika, there’s one very vocal opinion you don’t want to forget: your pet’s. Especially if your furry friend is anything like Hans—my almost 140-pound mastiff with strong opinions on neighborhood patrol. The big question […]
Auburn School of Nursing – Best Areas for Short Commutes + Quiet Living If you’re a faculty or staff member at the Auburn University School of Nursing, you already know your schedule can be nonstop. Between lectures, clinical rotations, research, and grading, you need a home that gives you what the hospital and classroom never […]
Best Places to Live in Auburn If You Hate Game Day Traffic Hate the chaos of game day traffic in Auburn? You’re not alone—and you’re in luck. If you’d rather enjoy a peaceful Saturday than sit in a tailgate bottleneck, there are smart places to live that keep you connected without the headache. 🏡 Asheton […]
Things Buyers Say That Make Me Nervous You know what phrase always makes me nervous as a REALTOR®?👉 “We’ll just make a low offer and see what happens.” In today’s Auburn and Opelika real estate market, that strategy usually doesn’t end well. Here’s the deal:• Most homes priced right are getting strong interest fast• Sellers […]
