REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
House Hunters Be Like: “I Want a Farmhouse… in the City. “OK, so I want privacy, land, and no HOA… but I need to be 2 minutes from Target.” Sound familiar? 🙃 You want a farmhouse with a wraparound porch—next to Starbucks.🛒 You want acreage—across from Publix.🚜 You want chickens—on a 0.19-acre lot in a […]
What’s the One Thing You Wish You’d Known Before Buying a House? Hindsight is 20/20, especially in real estate. If you could go back, what’s the one thing you’d tell your pre-homeowner self? • Noisy Neighbors – That “peaceful” street turns into NASCAR after dark.• Hidden Maintenance Costs – Surprise! It’s not just your mortgage. […]
What’s the Strangest Thing a Realtor Has Ever Said to You? Realtors have seen it all — and sometimes, they say things that leave you wondering if you heard them right. • “This room has good energy” – Translation: there’s literally nothing else nice to say about it.• “You can just ignore that smell” – […]
The One Thing Every Home Needs (No Exceptions) If you could add one thing to every home, what would it be? For me? A giant walk-in pantry. I’m talking snack zones with clear labels, room for small appliances, and shelves so organized even your dog could find the treats (Hans definitely could). It’s the kind […]
🏀 Honored to Meet Coach Larry Vickers—AU Women’s Basketball Just Got Even Stronger I had the pleasure of meeting Coach Larry Vickers today at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce—what a privilege! As Auburn University’s new head women’s basketball coach, his vision and energy are already making waves here in the Plains. A Proven Champion with […]
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 […]
When a Seller Just Can’t Let Go – Real Estate Adventures with Laura and Hans Selling a home can be an emotional rollercoaster. For some sellers, their house isn’t just a piece of real estate — it’s a treasure trove of memories. The first steps in the hallway, countless birthday parties in the backyard, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
