Living in Auburn Alabama and Our Office Thanksgiving Tradition at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Living in Auburn Alabama is one of those things that reminds you every year just how special community and tradition really are, and our office Thanksgiving luncheon at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate is one of my favorite reminders of that.
This isn’t just another work event on a calendar. It’s something I genuinely look forward to every year. Tracie and Marion open their home with so much warmth and care that the moment you walk in, you feel it. It’s welcoming in that quiet way that makes you exhale and slow down without even realizing you needed to.
Their home is always decorated beautifully for fall and Thanksgiving. Warm colors, cozy details, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. It never feels staged, it feels lived-in and loved — which is exactly the point.
What stands out the most is how gracious they are year after year. Hosting an entire office is not easy, yet they do it with the kind of consistency that speaks to their character. And that generosity reflects the kind of people we have at our office overall.
That’s one reason I’m proud to work at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate. The culture here is about more than transactions. It’s built on respect, support, and relationships — and this annual gathering shows that better than any brochure ever could.
This tradition also reflects Auburn itself. The warmth. The pride. The sense of belonging. Whether it’s football season or fall gatherings, this town just knows how to make people feel at home.
When you visit Auburn University in the fall, you can feel that same energy in the air almost instantly. It’s present on campus, around town, and in the people who call Auburn home.
And when football season kicks in, there’s nothing like the atmosphere when you explore Jordan-Hare Stadium and see the town come alive in orange and blue. It’s hard not to fall in love with Auburn after experiencing that even once.
This is why so many people move here and never leave. It’s not just the houses. It’s the lifestyle that grows around them.
If you’re starting to imagine yourself here, you can always begin by browsing Auburn and Opelika homes to see what’s available right now, or take a deeper dive when you explore Auburn neighborhoods to see which areas match your lifestyle best.
From established streets near campus to newer pockets of growth, Auburn has a way of offering something for almost everyone.
I’m incredibly thankful for Tracie and Marion for opening their home and setting the tone for what hospitality really looks like. And I’m grateful to work alongside people who care enough to make traditions last.
This is the heart of living in Auburn Alabama — not just where you live, but how you live.
Quick Q&A
Q: What makes living in Auburn Alabama feel so personal?
A: The people. Auburn blends small-town warmth with university energy in a way that creates real connection.
Q: Do people relocate for Auburn University?
A: Yes. Many moves start with a job or position tied to Auburn University, but people stay for the lifestyle.
Q: Should Opelika be part of a home search too?
A: Absolutely. Opelika is just minutes away and offers great neighborhoods, shopping, and dining.
Homes, y’all.
Laura Sellers is an Auburn REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate — the official real estate partner of the Auburn Tigers.
Laura Sellers is a top-rated REALTOR® based in Auburn, Alabama, serving buyers and sellers across Auburn and Opelika. With deep roots in the community, Laura specializes in residential real estate and Auburn University relocation. Learn more on Laura’s Auburn & Opelika real estate website.
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