REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
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.• […]
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.” […]
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 […]
Relocating for a Job at East Alabama Health – Where to Live Near EAMC Relocating to Auburn for a position at East Alabama Health? Let’s find you a place to live that’s close to the hospital—but still feels like home. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, administrator, or supporting staff, there are fantastic neighborhoods near EAMC […]
The Listing Looked Perfect Until THIS Happened The listing looked perfect—especially if you were just scrolling photos.Gorgeous kitchen. Fresh paint. Move-in ready in Auburn or Opelika. But then reality showed up… in the form of an inspection report. ☠️ Moisture damage in the crawlspace💸 $6,000 in electrical upgrades😬 No permits for that “new” deck This […]
Utility Setup & Trash Pickup in Auburn – What to Know Before Moving Thinking about moving to Auburn, Alabama? Don’t forget the boring-but-essential stuff—like setting up utilities and trash pickup! • ⚡ Electricity in most areas is provided by Alabama Power.• 🚰 Water, sewer, and garbage services are handled through Auburn Water Works Board and […]
Live Near Auburn University or Saugahatchee Country Club? Here’s What to Know Before You Choose🏈 Game day energy or ⛳ golf course calm—which lifestyle fits you best? If you’re moving to the Auburn–Opelika area, one of the first decisions you’ll face is location. Two popular lifestyles? Living near Auburn University or near Saugahatchee Country Club. […]
Most Underrated Room in the House: Why Buyers Are Paying Attention to the Laundry RoomYou know what room gets seriously overlooked when buying or selling a home in Auburn or Opelika? The laundry room. 🧺 When it’s big, bright, and well-organized—it’s a total game changer.Buyers might not say it out loud, but a clean, functional […]
Yes, Buyers Will Notice THAT: Little Things That Can Sabotage Your Home SaleIf you’re planning to sell your home in Auburn or Opelika, AL, here’s your reminder: buyers notice EVERYTHING.Those tiny things you’ve stopped seeing? They’re screaming at potential buyers. • 🕸️ Cobwebs in the corner? Check.• 🍴 Fingerprints on stainless steel? Yep.• 🧲 That […]
