REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
One Thing I Always Notice in Listings You know what I look for before anything else when I pull up a new real estate listing? No window treatments. Blinds gone. Curtains taken down. Windows looking just a little too bare. That’s a dead giveaway that the seller has already moved out—and that can tell you […]
If Your House Had a Theme Song, What Would It Be? Is your house a peaceful sanctuary, or a daily rock concert with kids, pets, and chaos? If your home had a theme song, what would it be? Is it calm and cozy like “Home” by Phillip Phillips? Or more like “Welcome to the Jungle”… […]
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 […]
Getting Closer to Kickoff: Who’s Ready for Some Auburn Football? 🏈 Football season is almost here, and you can feel the anticipation all around Auburn. I stopped by Jordan-Hare Stadium today, and let me tell you—it never gets old. The energy, the history, the pride… it all hits a little harder when you’re standing right […]
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 […]
Kickoff Kid & Donors’ Weekend at Moore’s Mill Club with BHHS We kicked off Donors’ Weekend the best way we know how—with biscuits, a little competition, and a whole lot of Auburn pride. 🧡💙 As the official real estate partner of the Auburn Tigers, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate was proud to launch our […]
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. […]
