REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
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 […]
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. […]
What Buyers NEVER Notice—Until It’s Too Late Everyone gets dazzled by the kitchen or the cute front porch when touring a home—but you know what hardly anyone checks? The outlets.Can you run your coffee maker and your air fryer at the same time without blowing a fuse? I’ve walked through homes that looked absolutely flawless—until […]
Tips for AU Faculty Moving From Out of StateIf you’re relocating to join the team at Auburn University from out of state, first of all—War Eagle and welcome! As someone who’s helped many AU faculty make a smooth move, here’s my best advice to help you settle confidently in Auburn or Opelika. 🎓 What every […]
My Best Advice After Helping Dozens of AU Faculty Buy & SellIf you’re a faculty member at Auburn University thinking about buying or selling a home in the Auburn or Opelika area—let me share what I’ve learned after helping dozens of your colleagues do exactly that. 🏡 Here’s my best advice: • Ask Early.Don’t wait […]
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 […]
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 […]
