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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? If so, one of the most important aspects in negotiations is having control over the outcome. One way to give you more control over the negotiations is presenting your offer directly to the seller.  However, many traditions make this somewhat challenging to do in many areas of the country.  However, if you are able to present your offer directly to the seller below is a list of some advantages of doing it. 1. The seller perceives the seriousness of the offer.2. The selling agent or buyer’s representative will be able to determine the seller’s “hot buttons,” which can make or break the contract.3. The listing agent will not be able to offer incorrect assumptions/suggestions that you, as the buyer’s representative, ...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Date: October 9th, 2016Welcome to Go Nuts Racing! Our goal is to offer fun, competitive races and have a good time doing it! We offer RFID chip technology for fast, precise timing, and a kiosk will be available to check individual results at the conclusion of each race! Each adult racer will recieve a goody bag with t-shirt and prizes. All levels welcome - from kids to pros! So pull out the canopies, lawn chairs and bring out the entire family for a great time! Let's Go Nuts!All Levels - Kids and Pro! | Squirrely Dell Grinder This trail has it all a true mountain biker wants in their ride! With rock out crops, lake views, creek crossings, downhills, climbs, drops, technical, jumps, wood structures, switchbacks, and the list goes on! Our goal is to offer fun, competitive races and have 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 what  role your mortgage plays in the process? Mortgage brokers work for you and help you negotiate what can often be a minefield when it comes to financing your home. Here are the top five things you need to know about mortgage brokers.A Mortgage Broker is a Middleman Working for YouThey Get Paid on CommissionA Mortgage Broker is Similar to a ConciergeBesides the Fee, There is Not Much DownsideReferral are the Best Way to Find OneFor more detailed information regarding the five things you should know about working with a mortgage broker please click here for the original article.For all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSe...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Check out the improved price on this lake view home located at 258 Tallyho Drive in Auburn.  Now being offered at $324,900 and seller will pay $1000 in closing costs and pre-paids if an acceptable offer is received before November 1, 2016. Two story home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.Enjoy a spectacular lake view home in a peaceful setting only minutes from Downtown Auburn and Auburn University. Spacious open floor plan boasts of high vaulted pine ceilings in the great room & hardwood flooring in downstairs living area. Jacuzzi in master bath for relaxing. Fabulous deck perfect for entertaining, BBQ or taking in the breathtaking lake view. Zoned for Auburn City schools. Community Pool. Extra long 2 car garage.LOTS of closets & storage. Ceiling Fans. NEW AC upstairs – 8/15 (total of 2 ...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Join the Lee County Humane Society on Saturday, October 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for LCHS' biggest event of the year: PUPPYPALOOZA (formerly Woofstock)!It's the event you've been looking forward to all year: PUPPYPALOOZA! Yes, this is the same, great event that you've loved for years, just with a new name (formerly Woofstock).You'll be able to look forward to fun, family-friendly activities like our kids play area, live music, food vendors, a raffle, a pet costume contest, and more!Don't forget about our adoptable pets and, of course, our exclusive event t-shirts!For more information, you can go to our website or follow our event page on Facebook.Interested in donating to the raffle or becoming a sponsor? Email ausu@leecountyhumane.orgDate: October 8th, 2016Time: 10:00 AM until 2:00 PMA...
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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?  If so, make sure you check out these tips to increase your chances of avoiding a catastrophe after closing. Look at the listing language Know your lender's requirements to close Check out the property and seller online Review the Seller's disclosures The Seller's responsibilities include the following:f you’re selling your home, you have a legal and ethical responsibility to disclose any nonvisible defects before you put your home on the market. These might include: Damaged roof, subfloor or walls. Outdated electrical or plumbing systems. Structural damage from flood, fire, wind, expansive soils or water. Broken appliances. Problems with major home systems (HVAC, furnace, water heater). Structural or foundation cr...
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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 what you can do to increase your home value? If so, you will want to check out the below tips.Unless you are designing your forever home, you may be concerned about the resale value when discussing renovations big and small. A home is often a person’s largest asset, so design upgrades are not only an aesthetic decision but a financial one as well. As my clients have sold their homes over the years, I have found that these 10 design tips have been the most beneficial in helping their houses stand out from the pack.A designer's Top 10 Tips for Increasing Home ValueFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please contact me at  (334) 332-7263 or email me at LauraSellers01@Gm...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Are you looking for some simple ideas for hosting the perfect game day gathering in Auburn?  "If you love to cook, eat, or both—and you delight in the company of your friends and family—there is no reason not to use your home for entertaining," As simple and straight-forward as it sounds, this rings so true. There are a million excuses for why we don't have people over more often—my place is too small, it's not "done," I don't even own enough chairs. But really, whether it's a game day party,  dinner party or a bridal shower, a small home is a great place to host an intimate special occasion. The close quarters will only add to the cozy, personal feel of the event.6 Simple Ideas for Hosting a Game Day Party in AuburnFor all of your real estate needs in the Auburn-Opelika area please con...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
If you are planning on renting out your game day home in Auburn or any other major city, the safety and security of your guests should be planned for.Not only will you be able to attract more guests if your property can boast various security measures, but your guests will feel and be safer during their stay.Even if your vacation home is in a very safe neighborhood, there are some common sense security precautions that you should take.17 Guest Security & Safety Tips for Your Game Day Home in AuburnFor 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 O...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
On Tuesday, October 11th from 5:00 - 7:30 pm Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate will be hosting a Business After Hours at the Auburn University Club.  Arrive at 5:00 pm to see if someone wins the $400,000 new home! Hope to see you there!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)
Are you planning on buying a home in Auburn or Opelika soon and are wondering what escrow is? In the home-buying process, escrow is a financial tool that allows you to set aside important items such as the buyer’s earnest money check and purchase agreement document in an impartial holding area, where it will stay until all of the details are worked out between a buyer and a seller.The escrow officer is a third party—perhaps someone from the closing company, an attorney, or a title company agent (customs vary by state). How much does escrow cost? That varies too—as well as whether the buyer or seller (or both) pays—with the fee for this service typically totaling about 1% to 2% of the cost of the home.What is escrow? How It Keeps Home Buyers and Sellers SafeFor all of your real estate ne...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Enter to win a Gift Card to the Auburn University Club! Here's how to win: 1.  Like the Homes for sale in Auburn Facebook page.  2. Share this post on your timeline. Once these steps are complete you are entered to win.  Good luck! Contest ends on October 31, 2016 at midnight. Winner will be announced on November 1, 2016.For a  FREE Market Evaluation of your home please click here.Search for Auburn homes for sale & Opelika Homes for Sale here.If you do not have a Facebook account you may also enter here and type Auburn University Club Gift Card in the message section. 
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
How much does it cost to sell a house in Auburn? The truth is, how much you’ll pay to sell your home depends on a number of factors.  Some factors that can affect the cost of selling a home include property taxes, neighborhood fees, repairs you need to make, and even the time of year. If you plan on selling any time soon, it’s crucial to factor these and other costs into the equation.While every home sale is different, and laws and customs vary by state, most real estate transactions incur the same types of costs and fees just about everywhere. Generally speaking, pricier homes simply incur proportionally higher expenses across the board in each of these categories. Here are the most common expenses to plan for when selling your home:How Much Does It Cost To Sell a House?For all of your...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Looking for a way to free up some cash? (Of course you are!) One option is to take out a second mortgage on your home, which entails using your house as collateral to obtain another loan in addition to your first mortgage. It allows you to access the equity in your home, which is the difference between the balance of your original mortgage and the current value of your home (e.g., if your home is worth $250,000 and your mortgage balance is $200,000, you have $50,000 in home equity). Most mortgage lenders will allow you to borrow up to 80% of your home’s equity (which for the above example would total $40,000).Second mortgages are popular right now thanks to America’s robust housing market, with median home prices hitting a record high of $239,700 in May—up 4.7% year over year. So if you...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Come to the Campground Pavilion and see the many colors of fire on Friday, September 30, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.Date: September 30th, 2016Time: 6:30 PMAmanda Whitesend an email »H: 334.887.5621124 Shell Toomer PkwyAuburn, AL Campground Pavilion 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)
You may be surprised to learn that people are working hard to make sure Alabama has more snakes. Not just any snakes though, the largest North American snake there is: the Eastern Indigo Snake. The Eastern Indigo Snake is a federally-threatened species in the United States and it went extinct in Alabama sometime in the mid-20th century. I’ll talk about why that matters, what it takes to raise and release hundreds of rare snakes into the wilds of south Alabama, and how we are figuring out if our efforts are paying off. view Flyer Steen.pdf » Sponsored by Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics Office of Outreach, Mama Mocha's Coffee Emporium Date: September 27th, 2016Time: 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM Josh Kinggo to Email »O: 334.844.8123 414 S. Gay St.Auburn, AL 36832   For all o...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Farmer In The Dell Pumpkin Patch Opens September 29 Fall is finally here, and you know what that means - Pumpkins! Farmer in the Dell Pumpkin Patch is a you-pick pumpkin patch located off Wire Road officially opening on Thursday, September 29 at 3 p.m. Guests are invited to come out and enjoy picking pumpkins striaght off the vine, hay rides, the hay bale play area, farm animals, pumpkin slingshot and more! The pumpkin patch is open to the public also accepts reservations for day care trips, school field trips, birthday parties, socials, church events, you name it! In additonal to being a local favorite, Farmer in the Dell Pumpkin Patch was recently listed as one of the "25 Pumpkin Patches in Alabama You Need To Visit," by VacationaMadeEasy.com. To make reservations, call 334.750.3792 o...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Please join me for an open house at 258 Tallyho Drive on Sunday, September 25th from 11:00 - 1:00 pm.  Gorgeous lake view home for sale in Auburn located at 258 Tallyho Drive in the Woodland Park Subdivision. Two story home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Priced at $325,000.Enjoy a spectacular lake view home in a peaceful setting only minutes from Downtown Auburn and Auburn University. Spacious open floor plan boasts of high vaulted pine ceilings in the great room & hardwood flooring in downstairs living area. Jacuzzi in master bath for relaxing. Fabulous deck perfect for entertaining, BBQ or taking in the breathtaking lake view. Zoned for Auburn City schools. Community Pool. Extra long 2 car garage.LOTS of closets & storage. Ceiling Fans. NEW AC upstairs - 8/15 (total of 2 AC), New pa...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
The Color My College 5K is not your average color run. Instead of ending up looking like a rainbow, the Color My College 5K: Auburn runners will cross the finish line and hit our After-Party covered head-to-toe in Tiger Orange and Blue! You already bleed your school’s colors on the inside, now it’s time to wear them on the outside!For our Color My College 5K: Auburn University event, we're very excited to be partnering with the Auburn Student Alumni Association to help benefit the Auburn Student Alumni Endowment, which will fund future scholarships for Auburn University students!Date: September 25th, 2016Time: 1:00 PMWebsiteFor 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...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Auburn University RFID Lab Director Justin Patton and the entire RFID lab staff will host an open house from 3PM-5PM on Friday, September 23rd before the LSU game. Lab demonstrations will be on display, including some new demos focused on football player tracking and ball tracking. These displays will be interactive and provide fun for everyone! Additionally, a guided lab tour will take place at 3:30 p.m. and last approximately one hour. The event is open to the public and we'll be grilling burgers and hotdogs. Explore The Auburn University RFID Lab WHAT: Auburn University RFID Lab Open House WHEN: Friday, September 23, 3PM-5PM WHERE: Auburn University RFID Lab, 1550 E. Glenn Ave., Auburn AL 36849 ALSO: Guided lab tour at 3:30PM, Interactive demonstrations, food and drink available Plea...
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