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Welcome to our blog, where we share real estate insights, local market updates, and helpful guidance for buyers and sellers in Auburn and Opelika. Whether you’re planning a move or simply staying informed, our goal is to provide clear, practical information you can trust.
FinCEN Real Estate Reporting Rules Are Changing—Here’s What Buyers Need to Know Before 2026
FinCEN real estate reporting rules are changing how certain residential real estate transactions are handled beginning March 1, 2026. As a result, If you’re buying property using cash, an LLC, or a trust, these new federal reporting requirements may apply to your transaction. While the rules won’t affect every buyer or seller, they are especially […]
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A Real-Life Financial Checklist for Buying a Home in Auburn & Opelika, Alabama
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before I Started Saving for a Home There is something special about walking into your own front door, not a rental or someone else’s house, but yours. The dream of homeownership is universal, stability, space for your life, and a place that truly feels like home. For many […]
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Tax-Smart Real Estate Moves to Consider as We Head Into 2026
Every year, we have at least a handful of conversations that go something like this: “I did great on this property… but the tax bill surprised me.” If you own investment property, whether it’s a long-term rental, a short-term rental, or a commercial asset, taxes are one of the biggest factors that can quietly eat […]
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Looking Ahead to 2026: What Alabama Buyers Should Know After a Shifting 2025 Market
If you paid any attention to real estate headlines in 2025, you probably felt the same thing many buyers did, confusion mixed with hesitation. Mortgage rates stayed higher than many hoped, home prices didn’t fall the way people predicted, and first-time buyers in particular were left wondering if buying a home was still realistic. As […]
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Home is Where Christmas Lives
Why the Holiday Season Always Brings Us Back to Real Estate in Auburn & Opelika Christmas in Auburn & Opelika has a rhythm you don’t find just anywhere. It’s downtown Auburn glowing after the last home game of the season.It’s Opelika’s historic streets lit up and inviting people to slow down.It’s front porches dressed in […]
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Growth, Accountability, and the Power of Doing Better
Real estate is always changing, and this year’s NAR conference proved just how important it is to stay sharp, stay informed, and stay connected. The event was packed with insight, accountability, and forward-thinking conversations, mainly AI related of course, that left me inspired and ready to elevate the way we serve our clients at Kent […]
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The Power of Home Equity
The Power of Home Equity: What Every Homeowner Should Know A home is far more than just a place to live, it’s one of the most powerful financial assets you’ll ever own. Over time, your home can help you build wealth, open doors to new financial opportunities, and provide long-term security for your family. One […]
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Peace of Mind While You Sell: Our Complimentary Seller’s Warranty
Peace of Mind While You Sell: Our Complimentary Seller’s Warranty When you’re selling your home, the last thing you want is an unexpected repair threatening to derail your closing. At Kent McCown Group, powered by Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker Alliance, we believe every seller deserves peace of mind during the process. That’s why we […]
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Would you Dare2Tutu?
The Tutu Project At Kent McCown Group, giving back to the community is woven into everything we do. One cause especially close to our hearts is The Tutu Project, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to helping people facing breast cancer. What is The Tutu Project? The Tutu Project began when photographer Bob Carey started taking whimsical […]
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