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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: October 28th, 2016Time: 9:00 AM until 9:00 PM go to website » The 28th Annual Pumpkin Carve will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016, from 9AM-9PM. Pumpkin Carve began as a studio project twenty-eight years ago and has now turned into one of the most celebrated events within the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture at Auburn University. This annual fundraising event is hosted by the Auburn Chapter of the American Institute of Architecture Students. AIAS invites all students within the university as well as alumni and community members of all ages to gather in the Dudley courtyard to carve pumpkins. Judges, invited from the local community and the college, select the best pumpkins and award prizes donated from local business. Schedule 9am - Carving Begins 11...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: October 30th, 2016Time: 1:00 PM until 5:00 PMThe Gnu's Room is excited to partner with the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts & Humanities at Auburn University for the second annual East Alabama Book Festival on Sunday, October 30, 2016 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Pebble Hill, 101 S. Debardeleben Street in Auburn, Alabama. The 2016 Festival will feature forty booths with authors, publishers, non-profit literacy groups and others. This event is part of the celebration of Arts & Humanities Month by the College of Liberal Arts at Auburn and attendance is free and open to the public. Authors. publishers and others are invited to reserve a booth. Since only forty spaces are available this year registration will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. If you or your or...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: November 3rd, 2016Time: 6:30 PMLinda Grossgo to website »P: 334.513.7381Auburn University Hotel & Dixon Conference Center241 South College StreetAuburn, AL An evening of culinary excellence Signature Chefs Auction, East Alabama DATE: Thursday, November 3, 2016  |  Time: 6:30 PM LOCATION: Auburn University Hotel & Dixon Conference Center ADDRESS: 241 South College Street, Auburn, AL 36830 For more information, please contact Linda Gross at (334) 513-7381. Join us for the 5th annual Signature Chefs Auction of East Alabama, a gathering of the area's finest culinary talent in support of the March of Dimes. From your arrival at the event you will enjoy the chance to taste from the chefs' creations for a 90-minute tasting experience before taking your seats for the Live Auction and Fund...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Sponsored by Hornsby Farms + AcreDate: November 10th, 2016Time: 6:00 PM until 8:30 PMBeth Hornsbysend an email »go to buy tickets »P: 334.728.1489go tofacebook page » Hornsby Farms1235 Bufford RdAuburn, AL   Hornsby Farms will be hosting a fundraiser dinner on November 10th to support Nourish, AL. The dinner will be held on the farm in the fields of fall crops under the beautiful country skies located minutes from downtown Auburn. The dinner will be prepared by Chef David Bancroft and Chef Caleb Fischer of Acre Restaurant. The family-style harvest dinner will feature the bounty of fall and include local meats, desserts and libations. Entertainment will be provided by Alex Wilkerson and decor will be provided by Frou Frou.  Nourish, AL was created by Hornsby Farms and Pediatric Associate...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: November 4th - November 6th, 2016 go to schedule »go tofacebook page » Jordan-Hare Stadium251 S Donahue DrAuburn, AL   Come watch your 2016 Auburn Tigers Football Team as they take on Vanderbilt on Saturday, November 5! Auburn Gameday & Weekend Events: We invite the Auburn family to join us for gameday weekend events including, Locker Room Tours, Friday Football Luncheons and Wellness Kitchen brunches. View details on the specific athletics events below. We've also included links to locate campus and community events scheduled for gameday weekends: Tiger Transit Gameday Schedule: During Auburn University home football games, Tiger Transit runs special game day routes. These routes are available to all game day fans and are free of charge. Regardless of the scheduled start time of ...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Do you live in the Auburn area and are looking for a fun place to take your dogs so that they can exercise, play outdoors and interact with other dogs? If so, you are in luck because the City of Auburn has 2 great dog parks that offer a chance for your dog to exercise off its leash and play outside.  The 2 parks that offer this opportunity are Kiesel Park and Town Creek Park.Kiesel Park not only boasts an area for your dog to enjoy, but it also has walking trails for the owner to explore.  Kiesel park is located on Chadwick Lane off of Wire Road or Hwy 14. This friendly off-leash dog park includes a small dog area, agility equipment, a lovely stream, and two ponds for pets to play in.Auburn’s second dog park, located at Town Creek Park off of South Gay Street.  Town Creek Park is a scen...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Do you own a home in the Auburn - Opelika area?  More than 60% of Americans own their homes, and while there are certain benefits to ownership, there's also a downside: the cost. You may have thought that coming up with a down payment was the greatest financial hurdle you'd face, but as you'll soon come to learn, there are numerous expenses associated with owning a home. Here's how to handle them. Some of these considerations are to create a new budget, prepare to spend money on repairs and maintenance, expect for the possibility of your taxes going up and not getting caught off guard when big payments are due.Click here to read more.However, even with the costs of home ownership it is such a rewarding place to be in your life.  For all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika ar...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you planning on creating a beautiful pumpkin centerpiece for your Auburn or Opelika home and are looking for creative ideas for it?  With the onset of fall season we see pumpkins everywhere. So, why not bring them to use and craft a few centerpieces for the parties you are about to throw to celebrate holidays and winter season? So, take a look at pumpkin centerpiece ideas we have collected for you:10 Creative Ways to Craft Pumpkin Centerpieces This FallFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gmail.com or visit my website. I look forward to helping you buy the home of your dreams or sell your existing home.  Search for Auburn homes for sale or Search for Opelika homes for sale here.
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you wondering if it is better to financially pay off your home mortgage or invest the money? Some of the common thoughts on this topic include: If my home is paid off, then I’ll have more money available to invest. There’s also the risk factor: On the one hand, if I lose my job and my home is not paid off, then I could lose my home. On the other hand, if I lose my job and my home is paid off, then it’s just my investments that will suffer.For more details about paying your home off vs investing the money click here.For all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gmail.com or visit my website. I look forward to helping you buy the home of your dreams or sell your existing home.  Search for Auburn homes fo...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: November 4th, 2016Time: 6:30 PM until 9:30 PMBrad BradleyP: 334.201.2202  Clarion Hotel Ballroom1577 South College StreetAuburn, Al 36830 293 Pecan CourtAuburn, Al 36830   Tribute artist portraying Elvis, Patsy Cline and Willie Nelson will be preforming at the Clarion Hotel Ballroom on Friday, Nov. 4, 2016. For all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gmail.com or visit my website. I look forward to helping you buy the home of your dreams or sell your existing home.  Search for Auburn homes for sale or Search for Opelika homes for sale here.
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Thinking about remodeling your home in Auburn or Opelika,  but not sure it will pay off when it comes time to sell? According to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report, most room remodels and additions may only recoup up to 80 percent of the cost. And since time and money is something prospective sellers are cautious about wasting, we put together the following list of practical ways to attract buyers and increase resale value without drastically changing your home’s footprint.How to Reinvent a Room to Attract Buyers in Auburn - OpelikaFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gmail.com or visit my website. I look forward to helping you buy the home of your dreams or sell your existing home.  Sear...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Do you own a home in Auburn or Opelika and are considering obtaining a reverse mortgage and wondering if they are right for your situation? A reverse mortgage can be a great way for retirees to create an extra stream of income without having to make any loan payments. However, a reverse mortgage is a major financial decision, and like any major financial decision, it's important to know exactly what you're getting into before you commit. Here's what you need to know about reverse mortgages and the pros and cons of this option.What is a reverse mortgage?The reverse mortgage, or Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), has been in existence since 1988, and is an FHA-insured program. They were created in order to give retirees an additional option to create income. The guidelines I'll discu...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you planning on selling your home in Auburn or selling your home in Opelika and are wondering how you could stage your home to make it show better?  In today’s ultracompetitive real estate market, it’s said that potential buyers make up their minds within seconds of stepping inside a home. That’s why an ever-growing number of sellers turn to professional home stagers—whose services, some say, can add instant appeal and even sell a house up to 40 days faster.Their secret? An arsenal of optical illusions and psychological tricks that draw buyers’ eyes to all the right places. Yep, that’s right. Home stagers are fooling us! (And we love it). Here are some of the secrets of the dark art:13 Visual Tricks Home Stagers Are Playing on YouFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opeli...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Sponsored by Auburn University Outreach in collaboration with The Office of Public Service and The Chi Chapter of Phi Delta Chi Fraternity.Date: October 26th, 2016Time: 11:00 AM until 1:00 PMThe event will begin at 11:00 AM on the AU Student Center Green Space. In addition to free food and giveaways, we will have several partner tables for participants to visit and learn more about the issue surrounding breast cancer. At 12:00 noon, the official program will start. This will consist of a survivor testimonial, an expert's perspective and musical entertainment from the AU Gospel Choir. At the end of the event, all participants gather for the group photo and balloon release. DONATIONS ARE WELCOMED! Last but not least, Aubie will be in attendance. War Eagle! view All In flyer2016 (2).pdf » ...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: October 21st - October 23rd, 2016Time: 5:00 PMCome watch your 2016 Auburn Tigers Football Team as they take on Arkansas on Saturday, October 22! Auburn Gameday & Weekend Events: We invite the Auburn family to join us for gameday weekend events including, Locker Room Tours, Friday Football Luncheons and Wellness Kitchen brunches. View details on the specific athletics events below. We've also included links to locate campus and community events scheduled for gameday weekends: Tiger Transit Gameday Schedule: During Auburn University home football games, Tiger Transit runs special game day routes. These routes are available to all game day fans and are free of charge. Regardless of the scheduled start time of the game, buses begin picking up fans at 4 hours prior to kick off, offer l...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Come join all the fun and watch Auburn Equestrian vs Alabama. Date: October 21st, 2016Time: 3:00 PM go to website » 1235 Wire Rd, Auburn, AL Auburn Equestrian vs. Alabama on October 21, 2016 at 3 p.m. The Auburn University Horse Center, home of the Auburn Equestrian Team, is part of the Department of Animal Sciences in the College of Agriculture. This spacious 60 acre facility is conveniently located on the edge of campus, making it easily accessible for student athletes, faculty and staff. This ideal location is a five minute drive for most student athletes, and a transit stop is located across the street. The Horse Center offers two side-by-side arenas for Equestrian practices and meets. This allows both the Western and Hunt Seat teams to ride simultaneously without interference. Dir...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
WINE, WOMEN AND SHOES PINK PARTY BENEFITING THE EAMC FOUNDATION OCTOBER 20On Thursday, October 20, the Wine, Women and Shoes Pink Party benefiting the East Alabama Medical Center Foundation will be held at Moore’s Mill Club, 1957 Fairway Drive, from 5:30-9:30 p.m.The party will include wine tasting, designer shopping, shoe guys, fashion show, live and silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and more. Tickets for the event are now on sale. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Mandy Finklea by phone at (334) 528-2111, by email atmiandy.finklea@eamc.org or visit www.winewomenandshoes.com/eamcf.Date: October 20th, 2016Time: 5:30 PM until 9:30 PMgo to website »1957 Fairway DriveAuburn, ALFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 ...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you planning on buying a house in Auburn or buying a house in Opelika and are wondering how to make yourself at home without unpacking all your boxes?  There are tons of logistics to think about before and after moving day. Start prepping early to avoid scrambling laterSettling into your new house actually begins at your old one.  Think about all the things that make your current house run smoothly each day, and check these off your list so you are not struggling to function after the move. Schedule disconnect and reconnect dates for all of your utilities (electricity, water, internet/cable) Nail down your new trash/recycling pickup situation Make copies of your new house keys Set up a mail forward with the post office Make a list of all the places where you’ll need to change your a...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you planning on buying a home in Auburn or buying a home in Opelika and are wondering how to save money remodeling it? Saving money on a remodel is easier said than done. There's a delicate balance between time, money, and quality, and you rarely get all three. Check out the below methods for reducing your budget on your project while not sacrificing on quality.Here are 7 money-saving strategies to implement on your next remodel.For all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gmail.com or visit my website. I look forward to helping you buy the home of your dreams or sell your existing home.  Search for Auburn homes for sale or Search for Opelika homes for sale here.
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Have you ever dreamed of turning a horse stable into a dream home? When an adult asks a teenager whether he or she was raised in a barn, the rhetorical question implies a lack of manners and refinement. But a new slate of modern farm-building-to-residence conversions is changing that association, making the idea of living in a barn a lot more enticing and elegant than it used to be.Historic barns, stables and other rural outbuildings often have beautiful bones and weathered materials packed with character, not to mention interior layouts with a lot of potential for big, open spaces. In the case of this former stable in Ibiza, Spain, the tall and narrow structure makes for a particularly unique guest house.Horse Stable to Dream Home: Converted 200-Year-Old Farm StructureFor all of your r...
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