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  Here's Alaska real estate market update for November 14th - 20th, 2020. On the top of our list is the Anchorage market. During this week, 311 are currently active listings where 32 of which are new listings. 28 listings were pending and 52 were sold. See Alaska's full report:

  Owning a rental property is a great way to develop your net worth and earn some extra income. It comes with a lot of responsibility and can be intimidating especially if it is your first time owning a rental. Here are some tips to help you on your journey as a first-time landlord. Research If you are a novice in real estate, it's important to always do some research. Learn to understand the demand on your market to know the competitive rental fees you can charge and if those fees will cover your expenses in having the rental property including the down payment, mortgage, utilities, maintenance etc. Ask your self relevant questions like “are the rental properties in your area appreciating? Will this be worth the investment? Be strategic in the short and long term to be a successful landlord. Learn and understand rental laws in your state to protect yourself. Know about security deposit rules, tenant notice laws, any inspections and licenses you will need, . Are there any laws in i...

  Here's Alaska real estate market update for September 26th - October 2nd, 2020. On the top of our list is the Anchorage market . During this week, 403 are currently active listings where 62 of which are new listings. 65 listings were pending and 63 were sold. See Alaska's full report: If you want to know more about the latest real estate market update and are interested in buying or selling, give me a call (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663.  

  On your real estate journey, you will hear a lot about the property deed and title. They are both important in owning real estate so it is essential to know the differences between them. A title is a concept and the deed is a document that coincides both the right to and the physical representation of the ownership of a property.  What is a deed? A deed is filed as a part public record with the city, county or state and often accessible online via the local tax assessor's office. It is a document that shows a change in ownership has occurred in a sale. t is the physical representation of the ownership transfer. It states the name of both the buyer and the seller of the property with their signatures to confirm the transfer of ownership.  There are different types of deeds but the most common are general warranty deed, special warranty or grant deed, quitclaim deed, bargain and sale deed. What is a title? A title states the actual right of ownership. It determines the ow...

  Here's Alaska real estate market update for August 29th - September 4th, 2020. On the top of our list is the Anchorage market . During this week, 416 are currently active listings where 78 of which are new listings. 72 listings were pending and 56 were sold. See full report: If you want to know more about the latest real estate market update and are interested in buying or selling, give me a call (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663.  

 Here's Anchorage Real Estate Update - August 2020

  Moving into a new home is an exciting time, and you’re probably daydreaming about decor and paint schemes and new furniture. But before you get into the fun stuff, there are some basics you should cover first. Change the locks Even if you’re promised that new locks have been installed in your home, you can never be too careful. It’s worth the money to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that no one else has the keys to your home. Changing the locks can be a DIY project, or you can call in a locksmith for a little extra money. Steam clean the carpets It’s good to get a fresh start with your floors before you start decorating. The previous owners may have had pets, young children, or just some plain old clumsiness. Take the time to steam clean the carpets so that your floors are free of stains and allergens. It’s pretty easy and affordable to rent a steam cleaner—your local grocery store may have them available. Call an exterminator Prior to move-in, you probably haven’t...