REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home or condo in the Auburn-Opelika, AL area!
How Many Visits to a Home Under Contract Are Enough? Once a home is under contract, buyers often wonder how many times they should visit the property. Is a home inspection and final walkthrough sufficient, or should buyers return for additional reasons, like taking measurements or introducing the home to family and friends? While it’s […]
Should You Counter a Lowball Offer on Your Home? Here’s Why the Answer is Often Yes!” When you receive a lowball offer on your home, it can feel disappointing. However, countering—even on a low offer—can often lead to a positive outcome. Here’s why you should consider responding rather than walking away. Why Countering a Lowball […]
Can You Succeed as a Part-Time Real Estate Agent? The short answer? Maybe—but not really. Real estate is a tough, full-time grind. Here’s the truth: 75% of agents leave in their first year, and a whopping 85% exit within five years. What does that tell you? It’s a demanding career, one that requires full energy […]
Maximize Traffic: The Power of Coordinated Open Houses Want to supercharge the foot traffic at your open house? Here’s a little-known tip: coordinate with other homes in the neighborhood, including For Sale By Owners (FSBOs), and host your open houses on the same day. Why? When buyers can visit multiple homes in one trip, they’re […]
6 Ways Technology is Revolutionizing Real Estate! Ready to buy or sell in today’s digital world? Tech is shaking things up in real estate, making the process faster, smarter, and more engaging than ever! Here’s a quick rundown of six game-changing tools transforming the industry and why they matter for you: AI-Powered Chatbots Imagine getting […]
Thinking about transforming your home into a smart space but unsure where to start? Choosing the right smart home system can make all the difference in creating a connected, efficient, and user-friendly home! When it comes to smart home systems, three major players dominate: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Home. Each offers unique strengths […]
Protecting Smart Homes from Cyber Threats In today’s digital age, smart homes have become the new standard in convenience and luxury. From controlling your thermostat remotely to managing security systems via your phone, smart technology makes life easier. But with these perks comes a growing concern: cyber threats. Hackers can exploit vulnerabilities in smart devices, […]
Don’t Lose a Sale Over Pennies: Keep Your Word When Selling Your Home Imagine this: your home has been sitting on the market for 150 days or more, and finally, you get a buyer who makes a verbal offer. You agree, but the next morning, you wake up and decide to ask for an extra […]
Mortgage Rate Relief in 2024: A Welcome Change for Homebuyers Mortgage rates are expected to stabilize and even decrease slightly in 2024 after a period of volatility. While they won’t return to the historic lows we saw in 2021, the decline from their 2023 peaks may open up new possibilities for buyers who have been […]
Proptech Evolution: How Technology is Transforming Real Estate Proptech, or property technology, is changing the real estate industry by streamlining processes and providing a better user experience for buyers and sellers. This includes everything from AI-driven property management to virtual tours and blockchain-based transactions. The technology makes real estate more transparent and accessible to everyone. […]
