REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
Top 3 Things Buyers Regret Not Doing (and One They’re Glad They Did) After the closing is done and the boxes are unpacked, reality hits—and sometimes so do regrets. These are the top three things I hear buyers wish they’d done differently: • Not budgeting for future repairs — Those unexpected costs? They show up […]
This House Would’ve Sold… If the Sellers Weren’t So Stubborn Sometimes the house checks all the boxes—great layout, great location, fair price… and still sits. Why? Because the sellers refuse to budge.⠀Here’s what kills deals faster than a cracked foundation:• Refusing to negotiate over $500 🤯• Saying “take it or leave it” in a buyer’s […]
That One Room Every House Has (But No One Actually Uses) Let’s be honest… every house has that room. The one you walk by daily but never actually go in unless someone’s visiting. • 🛋️ Formal living room = furniture you’re not allowed to sit on• 🍽️ Dining room = headquarters for Amazon boxes and […]
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 […]
Finding the Perfect Home for the Buyer Who Will “Know It When They See It” Some buyers have a clear checklist — the number of bedrooms, the size of the backyard, and the perfect neighborhood. Others? Well, they’ll just know it when they see it. If you’ve ever worked with one of these buyers, you […]
Why Smells Matter More Than You Think When Selling Your Home You might not notice it anymore, but buyers will. Whether it’s the lingering smell of last night’s dinner, a damp basement, or that unmistakable “pet” scent, odors can be a silent dealbreaker when selling your home. Why Smells Are a Big Deal in Real […]
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 […]
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:• […]
Weekend Noise Driving You Crazy? Here’s the Ultimate Solution If you’ve ever dreamed of launching your noisy neighbors into space, you’re not alone. Whether it’s the roar of souped-up engines, barking dogs, or that one neighbor who thinks every weekend is a chance to test their sound system, we’ve all been there. Here’s a little […]
The “One More Thing” Client – Real Estate Adventures with Laura and Hans Just when you think a deal is wrapped up, here comes the “One More Thing” client. They’re the buyers or sellers who can’t resist throwing in one last-minute request, question, or demand right before the closing papers hit the table. Maybe it’s […]
