REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
What Auburn Real Estate Agents Wish They Could Say Out Loud (But Don’t) Let’s be real: there are things every Auburn and Opelika real estate agent wants to say out loud—but we don’t. We smile, we nod, we keep it professional. But behind the scenes? Here’s what we’re actually thinking: • “Your house isn’t worth […]
🎤 “Buy the house or keep the dog?”It sounds like a dramatic ultimatum—but you’d be shocked how often pets completely steer the ship in real estate deals here in Auburn and Opelika, AL. I’ve seen it. I’ve lived it. I’ve even negotiated it. Here are some real-world ways buyers put their pets first: 🐶 What […]
Alright, Auburn and Opelika friends—let’s settle this once and for all: 👉 Are you Modern Farmhouse or Maximalist Chaos? Do you dream in shiplap and sage green, with cozy neutrals and Joanna Gaines-approved light fixtures? Or are you more like: “Give me bold color, leopard print, and a gallery wall in every room—or I’m not […]
Dream Backyard Setup in Auburn or Opelika? What Would You Build? If you could snap your fingers and design your dream backyard…Would it have a pool? A garden? A fire pit? Chickens roaming around? Mine? Definitely something with zero mosquitoes, a shaded cabana, and maybe even a custom lounging area for Hans. (He’s basically royalty […]
When a Zillow Search Turns Into a Full-On Obsession (We’ve All Been There) Ever told yourself you were just browsing Zillow… and suddenly it’s 1 a.m., and you’re mentally tearing out walls in a house you’re never going to buy? Yeah, same. If your Zillow “casual scroll” has turned into a full-on obsession, you’re not […]
Flipping a home in Auburn or Opelika, AL? Watch out. Flipping a house looks easy on TV—until it’s not. If you’ve ever walked into a “just renovated” home and thought, who approved this?!… you’re not alone. Let’s talk about the house flipping fails that make buyers run and agents cringe. • Water Damage Disasters: That […]
Ever work with a buyer who thinks they’re starring in their own episode of House Hunters? You know the type: they show up with a dream list, a champagne taste, and a “we’ll only look at three homes” mindset. Let’s talk about what happens when HGTV meets reality. • Narrow Focus: Some buyers think they’ll […]
Auburn vs Opelika – What’s the Better Move in 2025? So you’re deciding between Auburn and Opelika? It’s a common debate—and honestly, it depends on your vibe. • Auburn: Bustling, university-town energy, higher prices. If you want to be near Auburn University, tailgating, and trendy coffee shops—this is your scene.• Opelika: Quieter, more spread out, […]
How Long It Really Takes to Sell a House in Auburn AL in 2025 Everyone wants to know: “How long will it take to sell my house?” The answer? It depends… but let’s get real. • If it’s priced right, staged, and marketed well? Could be fast.• If it’s overpriced with 90s carpet? Prepare to […]
The Most Surprising Things That Can Tank a Home’s Value You might think it takes a massive repair or a bad neighborhood to tank a home’s value—but sometimes it’s the small stuff that quietly drives buyers away or drops offers fast. Here are three of the most surprising (and fixable!) things that can hurt what […]
