REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
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, […]
🏚️ 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 […]
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 […]
🎓 I moved to Auburn back in ’88, and this part of campus has changed so much over the years. The Hill dorms used to fill this entire green space behind Auburn’s College of Education. Boyd, Dobbs, Graves, Hollifield, Knapp, and others—all lined up on what felt like a campus within a campus. Now? It’s […]
What Not to Say to a Seller During a Showing (If You Want the House!) House hunting in Auburn or Opelika, Alabama? One wrong comment during a showing could cost you the deal. Sellers often do overhear conversations—either in person, through cameras, or via neighbors. So here’s what not to say if you want to […]
Why Auburn is a Top Pick for University Faculty Auburn offers something rare among college towns: the perfect balance of prestige, pace, and price. It’s no wonder university faculty consistently rank it as one of the best places to live and work. Whether you’re moving from across the country or just across state lines, you’ll […]
Weirdest Thing I’ve Ever Seen at a Showing Real estate isn’t just about square footage and granite countertops. Sometimes, it’s about the absolutely bonkers things you walk into. Like that time I opened a closet door… 👀 …and found a full mannequin family. Perfectly posed. Perfectly creepy. Or the time I walked into a bathroom […]
What No One Tells You About Living Near a School Living near a school sounds like a dream—great walkability, strong resale value, and easy access for the kids. And honestly? Those are big advantages for many families. But there’s one thing most people don’t mention: The daily rhythm of school traffic. 🚗 Morning drop-offs and […]
Homes With Guest Rooms (For Visiting Parents or Colleagues) If you’re moving to Auburn for a faculty position, there’s a good chance you’ll have visitors—whether it’s parents, research partners, or colleagues from another university. That’s why so many Auburn University faculty and staff ask me for homes with dedicated guest rooms or flexible bonus spaces […]
Real Estate Red Flags People Ignore (But Shouldn’t) Strong candle smell?That might not be a cozy vibe—it could be a cover-up. When buyers walk into a home, they’re usually focused on the big stuff: price, kitchen, layout. But you know what can really cost you in the long run? The little red flags everyone ignores. […]
