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Corrie Green of Kent McCown Group smiles beside a Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker Alliance sign with the headline "Alabama Market Update – What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know This Summer." The image serves as the cover for a blog about current Alabama housing market trends for buyers and sellers.

Alabama Housing Market Update | What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know This Summer

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 30, 2026

Alabama Real Estate Market Update What the Latest Data Means for Buyers & Sellers This Summer As we head into the second half of 2026, one question keeps coming up: “How’s the market?” The latest statewide data from Alabama REALTORS® gives us a good snapshot of where things stand. While these numbers reflect the most […]

Real estate agent Corrie Green sitting at her desk with the headline "Don't Panic: Understanding Higher Mortgage Rates," introducing an educational blog about how rising mortgage rates affect home buyers.

What Do Higher Mortgage Rates Really Mean for Home Buyers?

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 29, 2026

What Do Higher Mortgage Rates REALLY Mean for Buyers? Every time mortgage rates make the news, my phone starts ringing. “Should I wait?” “Are rates going back down?” “Is now a terrible time to buy?” The truth is, Higher Mortgage Rates do affect affordability. But they don’t always mean you should put your home search […]

Doris Kearns Goodwin speaking at the National Association of REALTORS conference in a bright purple blazer and colorful patterned skirt, illustrating lessons about leadership, history, and why understanding the past matters beyond real estate.

Why History Still Matters: Lessons Beyond Real Estate

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 21, 2026

Why History Still Matters When I walked into the NAR conference last week, I had never heard the name Doris Kearns Goodwin. As she was introduced, an 83-year-old woman walked onto the stage with a big smile on her face. Her bright purple blazer perfectly matched her eclectic, colorful pleated skirt, and she completed the […]

United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C., representing REALTOR® advocacy efforts and the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings focused on protecting homeownership and property rights.

What Are REALTOR® Legislative Meetings and Why Do They Matter?

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 17, 2026

What Are the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings? Each year, thousands of REALTORS® from across the country gather in Washington, D.C., for the REALTOR® Legislative Meetings. While many people assume these meetings are simply another conference, their purpose goes far beyond networking. What Issues Are Discussed? The REALTOR® Legislative Meetings bring members together to discuss important issues. […]

Couple relaxing in a bright living room with large windows overlooking an outdoor living space. Text overlay reads, "Look Beyond the Kitchen: 7 Things Buyers Often Miss During a Showing." Kent McCown Group and Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker Alliance logos displayed at the bottom.

What to Look for During a Home Showing: 7 Things Buyers Often Miss

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 10, 2026

Let’s be honest. Most buyers walk into a home and immediately head for the kitchen. And while kitchens are important, some of the most important things to evaluate during a showing have nothing to do with countertops or appliances. I’ve never had a client call me a year after closing and say, “I wish I […]

Family standing in front of their home celebrating homeownership during National Homeownership Month.

Benefits of Homeownership: Why We Celebrate Homeownership Month

By Corrie Kent Green | Jun 3, 2026

June is National Homeownership Month, a time to celebrate the dream of homeownership and the opportunities it creates for families across America. While buying a home is often viewed as a financial decision, the benefits of homeownership extend far beyond a mortgage payment or a property value. Homeownership provides stability, builds wealth over time, strengthens […]

Beautiful traditional home exterior in Auburn Opelika style neighborhood with overlay text “What Makes Buyers Walk? It’s Usually Not The Price,” highlighting buyer concerns that affect home sales such as curb appeal and maintenance.

What Makes Buyers Walk Away From a Home in Auburn & Opelika (And Sellers Often Miss It)

By Corrie Kent Green | May 27, 2026

What Makes Buyers Walk Away From a Home in Auburn & Opelika (And Sellers Often Miss It) Selling a home is interesting because buyers are often making decisions long before they ever sit down to write an offer. If you have ever wondered what makes buyers walk away from a home, the answer is often […]

Older home surrounded by mature trees with overlay text reading “The ‘Ugly’ Duckling Today Could Be the Dream Home Tomorrow,” highlighting the value of buying homes with potential in Auburn and Opelika.

Move In Ready Homes in Auburn & Opelika | Why They’re Not Always the Best Investment

By Corrie Kent Green | May 21, 2026

Looking at Move in Ready Homes in Auburn & Opelika? There is something really exciting about walking into a home and thinking, “I wouldn’t change a thing.” Fresh paint. Updated fixtures. Pretty kitchens. New floors. Everything looks perfect. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with buying move-in ready. But sometimes the house that feels perfect […]

Home with a sold sign in the yard representing how rising interest rates impact buyers and sellers in today’s real estate market.

Are Rising Interest Rates Affecting Your Buyer Pool in Auburn & Opelika?

By Corrie Kent Green | May 14, 2026

Are Rising Interest Rates Affecting Your Buyer Pool in Auburn & Opelika? It’s one of the most common questions we’re hearing right now: “Are interest rates shrinking my buyer pool?” The short answer?Yes… but maybe not in the way you think. What Rising Rates Actually Do When interest rates go up, buying power shifts. Buyers […]

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