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Here's Alaska real estate market update as of May 18th 2019 to May 24th 2019. Still, on the top of our list is the  Anchorage market . During this week, 546 are currently active listings where 64 of which are new listings. 55 listings were pended and 47 were sold. Next is  Wasilla market , 406 are active where 38 are of which are new, 37 pended and 23 were sold. Compared to the  previous market update,   there’s an increase with the sold listings while all other numbers remained almost the same both market. See full report: If you want to know more on the latest real estate market update and is interested in buying or selling, give me a call (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663.

There are many jobs Aside from the oil and fishing industry Alaska is well known for, other career opportunities in healthcare, transportation, military construction and tourism are abundant too. You get paid to live here Have you heard about PFD? Permanent Fund Dividend are rebates given to qualified man, woman and even children living in Alaska every year. Laidback lifestyle People are chill and friendly. There is no rush as people do in bigger cities. There are more time to talk and connect with neighbors giving everyone opportunities to release stress and just live life. It's like unwinding every day. Landscapes are amazing Landscapes in Alaska are truly breathtaking. It's like living in a postcard. Northern lights, glaciers, mountain ranges, lakes views are to die for. Economy is great Anchorage growing economy offers homes for all ages. You can live close to work and competitive salaries are being offered. Experiencing Alaska...

Here's Alaska real estate market update as of May 4th 2019 to May 10 th 2019. Still, on the top of our list is the  Anchorage market . During this week, 542 are currently active listings where 79 of which are new listings. 59 listings were pended and 24 were sold. Next is  Wasilla market , 388 are active where 36 are of which are new, 22 pended and 28 were sold. Compared to the  previous market update,   there’s an increase with the active listings while all other numbers remained almost the same both market. See full report: If you want to know more on the latest real estate market update and is interested in buying or selling, give me a call (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663.

Negotiation is a subtle art in real estate, but skilled negotiators can usually find some common ground that satisfies all parties. On the other hand, using the wrong negotiation tactics can sink a deal pretty quickly. Here are some negotiations tactics buyers (and real estate professionals) tips: Avoid lowball offers:  Going far below market value when you make an offer damages your credibility as a buyer and can be insulting to the seller. The seller has a range in mind that they’ll accept, and if you’re not even approaching the low end of that range, they won’t even consider the offer. Avoid incremental negotiations:  Don’t continue to go back to the seller with small increases in your offer ($1,000 or less). The constant back-and-forth can grow tiresome and lead the seller to consider other opportunities. “Take it or leave it”:  Try not to draw a line in the sand with your initial offer. The seller can get defensive and consider other offers if yo...

Is there a home maintenance project that’s been lingering on your to-do list for too long because you’re dreading the trip to the hardware or craft store? There are some projects you can tackle with items that are almost certainly already in your home. 1.       Vinegar :  There’s probably a jug of vinegar in your pantry right now. You can soak items in vinegar to remove mineral deposits (like in a clogged showerhead), and you can boil vinegar in your microwave to remove odors and make it easier to clean. 2.       Cola :  A can of Coke or Pepsi can be used to clean many surfaces, including your glass windows, porcelain toilet, or chrome fixtures. Just do some research before using it on metal surfaces, as it can be corrosive. 3.       Baking soda :  This item may actually be more useful for applications other than baking. A baking soda-vinegar paste is great for cleaning bathrooms a...

Here's Alaska real estate market update as of April 20th 2019 to April 26th 2019. Still, on the top of our list is the  Anchorage market . During this week, 506 are currently active listings where 67 of which are new listings. 62 listings were pended and 27 were sold. Next is  Wasilla market , 378 are active where 44 are of which are new, 27 pended and 22 were sold. Compared to the  previous market update,   numbers remained the same with Anchorage market while more active, new and sold listings this week for Wasilla. The market is still hot and remained stable. See full report: If you want to know more on the latest real estate market update and is interested in buying or selling, give me a call (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663.

Have you heard about Spring Home Buying Fever? You are not alone. Spring is the busiest in real estate for most areas because why not? The weather is perfect for home hunting before the new school year begins. So, if you are ready to buy a home this Spring especially around Alaska, read on... 1. Get a neighborhood specialist A local real estate agent who specializes in the area where you want to buy will be one of the core steps you will do when buying a home. Tons of information will be much more available through your realtor which will help your home buying journey much easier. 2. Be prepared to pay list price. Your agent can show you a CMA of your desired home and neighborhood to help you determine the actual value. Be sure to always consider and choose to pay the actual home is worth rather than the seller's asking price. 3. Give the seller something other buyers won't. The market is much hotter in spring so there are more active buyers in this time of th...