REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
How Much Could You Actually Walk Away With If You Sold? Spoiler alert: It’s probably more than you think. If you own a home in Auburn or Opelika, your property value has likely grown — maybe a lot — since you bought it. Home values in our area have risen steadily since 2019, meaning your […]
Do You Actually Know Your Neighbors… or Just Their Dog’s Bark? It’s funny how we can live right next to someone for years and never have a real conversation — yet we can tell you their dog’s entire emotional range. You’ve never spoken a word to them…But you know exactly when their Yorkie’s hungry, excited, […]
Things I Thought Would Matter in a Home (But Don’t) When I first started house hunting years ago, I had a checklist that looked like something out of a real estate magazine: open concept layout, gleaming granite countertops, double vanities in every bathroom, and yes — even a double oven. I thought those things would […]
🏚️ Why Some Homes Just Sit on the Market in Auburn – Even If They Look Great You know the kind of house I’m talking about.Gorgeous photos. Modern updates. Curb appeal for days.But for some reason… crickets. This happens more than you’d think in Auburn, Alabama. So what’s really going on? 📸 Photos can’t show […]
🚫 One Small Thing That Can Kill a Home Sale (And No One Talks About It) You know what’s killed more home sales than termites or bad roofs?Smells. I’m not joking. Musty basements. Strong pet odors. Overpowering plug-ins or air fresheners. I’ve had buyers walk out within seconds because a house just didn’t smell right. […]
Auburn vs. Opelika: Which Alabama City Fits You Best? Thinking about moving to East Alabama but not sure whether Auburn or Opelika is the better fit? These two cities are side-by-side, but they offer very different vibes—and your lifestyle goals might point you clearly in one direction. Auburn delivers walkability, college-town energy, and nonstop Auburn […]
Buying a Home in a Flood Zone? Don’t Skip These 3 Crucial Tips Buying a home near Auburn or Opelika, Alabama? If the property is in a flood zone—even just barely—you could be walking into thousands of dollars in hidden risk. Here are 3 essential things I always tell my clients before they buy a […]
If Open House Snacks Told the Truth (You’d Run or Laugh—Maybe Both) Let’s be honest: open house snacks say more than the listing ever will. Real estate is full of polite phrases and curated decor—but sometimes, it’s the cheese cubes and cookies that tell the real story. Here’s what those snacks would say… if they […]
First-Time Homebuyer Relocation Guide for Auburn & Opelika Are you a first-time homebuyer moving to Auburn or Opelika? Whether you just graduated, accepted your first job, or are moving here with a spouse headed to Auburn University or VCOM—I’ve got you. Buying your first home is a big step, and doing it while relocating adds […]
Top Neighborhoods for New Auburn University Faculty & Staff Thinking about moving to Auburn for a new position at Auburn University? Whether you’re joining as a professor, researcher, or support staff, the neighborhood you choose can shape your experience—both on and off campus. 🏡 These neighborhoods are consistently chosen by AU faculty and staff for […]
