REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
Yes, We Actually Do Work After You Sign the Contract There’s a common misconception that once a buyer and seller sign the contract, the agent’s job is basically done. In reality, that’s when some of the most important work actually begins. From coordinating inspections to managing deadlines, real estate agents stay busy long after the […]
Why “Just Looking” Can Be a Real Estate Time Trap Every real estate agent has heard it: “We’re just looking.” It sounds harmless enough, but if you’re not actually ready to buy, those window-shopping tours can turn into a time trap — for you and your agent. Why ‘Just Looking’ Can Be a Problem: • […]
Open House Reality Check: Clean Homes Sell Faster You want an open house to attract buyers, but you don’t want to clean? That’s like inviting guests over for dinner and serving TV dinners on paper plates. It just doesn’t set the right tone. If you want your home to make a great first impression, a […]
Why Late-Night Real Estate Calls Are Rarely a Good Idea In the world of real estate, timing is everything — but that doesn’t mean 10 p.m. is the right time to call your agent. If you’ve ever found yourself tempted to pick up the phone late at night to ask if a listing is still […]
Why Your Dog (and Some Buyers) Might Say “No” to a Basement Basements can be a great addition to a home, adding space for storage, recreation, or even a guest suite. But not every buyer — or their dog — is a fan of going downstairs. Just ask Hans, the 140-pound mastiff, who knows a […]
🎉 The Coca-Cola Ribbon Cutting in Auburn, AL Was a Blast! 🎉 Today was bubbly in the best way possible — I had so much fun attending the official ribbon cutting and grand opening of the Auburn Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Held at 9:00 AM on June 4, 2025, this celebration was full of energy, great […]
Real Estate Ick: The Quirks That Drive Agents Crazy Let’s be real — even the most well-meaning home buyers can sometimes test a realtor’s patience. No judgment… okay, maybe just a little. After years in the field, here are a few of my top real estate ‘icks’ — and if you recognize yourself in any […]
When Your Dog Knows More About Real Estate Than Some Buyers Real estate might seem simple — find a house, sign some papers, and move in. But as any experienced agent (or well-trained dog) will tell you, there’s a bit more to it. If Hans the Mastiff can understand these basics, maybe it’s time for […]
Yes, Buyers Care if It Smells Like Wet Dog in Here Selling a home is all about first impressions, and let’s face it — no one’s dream home smells like a wet dog. You might have gone nose-blind to it, but buyers have a sixth sense for these things. Why Smells Matter in Real Estate:• […]
Don’t Let Your Home Turn into a Ghost Listing It’s tempting to set a sky-high price when selling your home. After all, why not shoot for the stars, right? But here’s the reality — overpricing can turn your listing into a ghost, haunting the market for months without a serious offer. Why Overpricing Can Backfire:• […]
