REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
Garage Doors Left Open All Day or Clear Glass Garage Doors? Q: Which is worse: garage doors left open all day… or the ones with clear glass windows? A: That depends on who you ask. Some people leave their garage door open from sunrise to sunset. Others install garage doors with large glass panels that […]
Moving from Out of State to Opelika Alabama Moving from Out of State to Opelika Alabama is something I help buyers with every year, and almost every relocation client tells me the same thing after they arrive: “I wish I had done this sooner.” Whether you’re moving for work, retirement, family, or simply looking for […]
Just Checking In on a One-of-a-Kind Auburn Property Under Contract Just stopped by a special property in Auburn that’s currently under contract to make sure everything looks exactly as it should. 🌿 As the listing agent, it’s part of my job to keep an eye on things—especially when a home is as unique and meaningful […]
What’s the Pettiest Reason You’d Reject a House? We all have our limits… but what’s your pettiest one? I’ll go first—I once skipped a house because the neighbor had 14 garden gnomes. Fourteen. That’s not landscaping. That’s a red flag in ceramic. And don’t get me started on the guy who pressure-washed his driveway every […]
Voted Best Real Estate Company in Auburn-Opelika – Thank You for Choosing Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate! What an incredible honor — Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate has been named a 2025 Best of OA Winner by Opelika-Auburn News, and I’m so proud to be part of the team! This award means even […]
Why ‘Move-In Ready’ is a Lie It’s spotless. It smells like cookies. It’s labeled “move-in ready” like it’s a done deal. But here’s the truth: even the most polished listings have quirks, flaws, or forgotten repairs. 🧼 That shiny listing? It might come with a broken garbage disposal, a loose stair railing, or a closet […]
That Listing You Love? It’s Probably Already Gone. You spot the perfect house on Zillow—your heart skips a beat. It’s charming, priced right, and checks every box. But then you call… and it’s already sold. 💔 It’s not your fault. Sites like Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com don’t always update in real-time. By the time a […]
How to Not Get Suckered Into a Money Pit 🏚️ It’s got character. It’s got charm. And your heart already moved in. But… does it also have a 30-year-old HVAC, sketchy wiring, or a crawl space that’s seen things? 🏚️ Falling for the look of a home is easy. But buying without knowing what’s underneath? […]
Dear Sellers: We Can Smell the Air Fresheners. What Are You Hiding? 🕯️ Buyers aren’t dumb. If they walk into your home and immediately get walloped by a cloud of eight clashing air fresheners, they’re not thinking “ah, lovely.” They’re thinking “what are they trying to cover up?” 🕯️ Overpowering scents scream desperation—not cleanliness.🐶 Pet […]
Top 3 Things Buyers Will Judge About Your Home (Before They Say a Word)What They Notice Could Make or Break Your Sale When it comes to selling your home, first impressions aren’t just important — they’re everything. Long before a potential buyer makes a comment or asks a question, they’re already forming strong opinions… silently. […]
