Fagel O'Neal El, REALTOR

Fagel O'Neal El is a REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker Alliance (KPDD) in Auburn, AL.

My journey in real estate began long before I ever held a license. It actually started with a simple belief that is to "treat others the way I want to be treated". This principle shaped my life as a mother, as a community volunteer, and eventually, as a real estate professional serving Auburn, Opelika, and greater Lee County.

After raising my children in Auburn, I realized how deeply connected I had become to the community, the neighborhoods, the people, and the traditions that have made it my sense of home.

Having spent years volunteering with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, local food banks, charitable organizations, state sponsored tutoring programs, coaching youth baseball, and supporting local families. Service isn’t something I do, it is a part of who I am.

My commitment to serving others has always guided me. Over time, that path expanded into education as well, where I became a certified educator and paraprofessional serving Auburn, Opelika, and Lee County schools, which became another meaningful way for me to give back. I also volunteered with the Auburn Board of Education and served as PTA President in Auburn City Schools — roles that deepened my connection to local families and strengthened my understanding of what makes this community so special.

Real estate became another way for me to serve, giving me the privilege of helping first-time buyers, veterans, families navigating pre-foreclosure, and clients searching for new construction or resale homes. Whatever the situation, my motivation will remain the same; helping people accomplish the dream of homeownership and to walk beside them as we reach their goals together.

Along the way, I have also been honored to serve on several real estate committees and to be recognized as Lee County Rookie of the Year, Realtor of the Year, and a nominee for Lee County Realtor of the Year. These awards mean a great deal to me because they reflect the trust my clients and colleagues place in me.

But to be perfectly honest, the relationships I have and will continue to build matter more than any recognition. Many of my clients have become lifelong friends. We celebrate milestones, share memories, and stay connected long after the closing table. That’s the part of this career that fills my heart!.

Clients often tell me that I am dependable, loyal, driven, patient, a positive person, someone that handles business, gets things done, and does it all with a sincere, genuine smile. I take pride in this. Real estate can be emotional, exciting, overwhelming, and life-changing all at once. My role is to bring clarity, calm, and confidence to the process.

Finally, when I am not working with clients, I enjoy spending time with my family and pets, cooking or exploring some new adventure. Home has always been my foundation, and helping others find theirs is my passion.

Real estate isn’t just what I do, it is how I serve others, it’s giving back, and it’s how I help people move confidently into the next chapter of their lives.

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