Whitfield-Searcy HouseOne of Opelika’s most beautiful older homes has housed the Opelika Chamber of Commerce since 1987. The Whitfield-Duke-Searcy House, circa 1895, at 601 Ave. A, was in Judge Lum Duke’s family for more than 75 years before the Searcy family sold the house to First Alabama Bank in 1979. Built by L. Broughton Whitfield, the house is a distinctive Queen Anne Victorian style. Ask about the ghost who lives upstairs!Excellent article with more details about the historic home.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 05/16/2022

Museum of East Alabama in Historic Downtown Opelika located at 121 S. 9th St., Opelika, AL; WebsiteLocated in the heart of Opelika’s downtown historic district at 121 South th Street, on the old Clement hotel site, the Museum of East Alabama first opened its doors in August 1989. Adjacent to the Lee County Courthouse square, the museum now houses over 5,000 artifacts including both th, and th century local, state and general history items. With over 2,000 visitors yearly since its opening, hundred of visitors receive a look and education about the East Alabama area, Opelika, and Alabama history.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses fo... 05/15/2022

International Nurses DayHappy Nurses Day to all the nurses around the world!There aren’t enough days in the year to celebrate everything that nurses have done and continue to do for us all. But today, we’ll try. Happy National Nurses Day.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 05/12/2022

Happy Cinco de Mayo!Cinco de Mayo is one of the Spring festivals that is an annual celebration which is celebrated every year on the 5th of May. It commemorates the anniversary when Mexico had won over the French Empire in the Battle of Puebla in the year 1862. However you celebrate, happy #CincoDeMayo.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 05/05/2022

Set the Mood with LightingMood lighting can create any atmosphere you want – romantic, energizing, calming, or warming. It’s easier to do than you might think, and you won’t have to break the bank to completely alter the vibe in your home. In fact, getting the lighting right in your dwelling is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to give your home a makeover. Ready to channel that inner DIYer?Every space in your home has multiple functions requiring different lighting.  Even within the same room, you’ll need multiple light sources to set the right mood for the time of day and the activities you have planned.Lighting comes in five major categories:General purpose - any lighting fixture that is plugged into an ordinary socket, such as lamps or overhead fixtures.Decorative - any lighting ... 05/03/2022

House Flipping 101It looks so easy! Buy a house, make a few cosmetic fixes, put it back on the market, and make a huge profit. But not so fast! Not sure if flipping houses is for you? This #GoodToKnow article has information to get you started. If you are thinking about flipping a house, make sure to understand what it takes and the risks involved. Home improvement television makes flipping homes look so easy anyone can do it. But the reality is much different. You can make a lot of money or lose money to problems that slow down your timetable and increase your risk.There’s a reason why flipped homes are only a small percentage, about 6.2%, of the market. As an investor, you’re buying a property to sell quickly at a profit. You have to know the market and adhere to a strict acquisition ... 05/02/2022

Almost Anything is located at 221 S. 9th Street in Downtown Opelika (right next to the Lee County Courthouse), Almost Anything has been serving the Auburn/Opelika area since 1992. They specialize in vintage video games, comic books, vinyl records, toys, collectibles, antiques & most anything cool or rare. They also sell computers and offer repair and diagnostic service. For more information visit their website here. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 04/28/2022

Lee County CourthouseThis working courthouse located in Historic Downtown Opelika across from Courthouse Square is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The renovated structure was built in 1896 and serves as a wonderful example of the neoclassical revival style.The cornerstone for this building was laid in October 1896. It replaced an old frame building and was renovated in the late 1890s at a cost of $2 mil. Neo-classical Revival in style, it is considered the most historically and architecturally significant building in Historic Downtown Opelika.  Lee County Courthouse215 S. 9th StOpelika, AL 36801p: 334.745.9767  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Aubu... 04/17/2022

Blended Paint Shades for 2022Paint color palettes for 2022 seem to lean toward soothing neutrals or bright, cheerful tones. The most-watched Color of the Year is selected by Pantone, the leader in digital, industrial and graphic design color mixtures. How will you be incorporating this color? Paint color palettes for 2022 seem to lean toward soothing neutrals or bright, cheerful tones. Gone are the dark, moody colors of the past few years, as people cope with COVID and its variants, rising inflation, and political uncertainty. The trend this year is blended colors that offer serenity and good cheer in one perfect shade.The most-watched Color of the Year is Pantone, the leader in digital, industrial and graphic design color mixtures. Instead of choosing a hue from its vast library, Panto... 04/09/2022

Buying a Second Home Overseas!The pandemic encouraged many to reevaluate their lifestyle and housing options. Many are looking at overseas properties where they can work remotely, enjoy warmer climates all year round, and benefit from attractive rental returns. If you too are looking for a new home overseas, we rounded up some guidance on approaching your search.As a world traveler, you may revisit a country area again and again for its beauty, culture, people or lifestyle and decide you’d like to buy a second residence there.For your first step, The Philadelphia Inquirer recommends hiring a property lawyer in the country where you want to buy, as well as having a lawyer stateside to advise you.Some overseas countries don’t allow noncitizens to purchase real estate, while others allow i... 04/03/2022

April is Month of the Military ChildA time to honor the sacrifices made by military families worldwide, with an emphasis on the experience of the dependent children of military members serving at home and overseas.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 04/01/2022

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Art HausCompleted in 2019, Opelika Art Haus is a non-profit organization located in Opelika, Alabama that operates by partnering with local and regional artists to build art as a foundation for community. You can reserve a space to work on art or put your artwork on display for the community to see. Whether you are an aspiring artist, an art lover or just looking for a fun place to experience local culture, Art Haus is the place for you!Art Haus500 N Railroad AvenueOpelika, AL 36801For more information click here.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 03/28/2022

SPAIN. Scenic second home dreams become a reality.The @BHHSRealEstate 2022 EMEA Real Estate Report reveals the increasing demand for rural property in Space and the rising competition for this property type. Read about this trend and more across our Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) network via the report. Proud to reveal the @BHHSRealEstate 2022 Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Real Estate Report. #BHHSGlobalNo matter where your home search takes you, I have you covered.VideoBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 03/19/2022

Happy Saint Patrick's Day from me and Hans! We always enjoy seeing the water colored green for Saint Patrick's Day in Opelika's court square in front of the Court house. It is always such a treat!Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 03/17/2022

Daylight Saving - Enjoy Some Extra Patio TimeLooking for the perfect patio to soak up the sun? I can help. #DaylightSavingBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 03/13/2022

Auburn Men's Golf home tournament will be played at Grand National on March 6- 8, 2022.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburn, National Village, Robert Trent Jones Golf Opelikawww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 02/27/2022

SOLD - 3415 Double Eagle Lane, Opelika, AL - National Village subdivisionThinking of selling your home soon? Contact me today to see how I can get your home SOLD quickly and at a great price.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburn, National Village subdivisionwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 01/20/2022

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