alaska: 8 Home Upgrades That Maximize Your Property Value - 01/18/09 06:15 AM
Find out how to get the most return for your time and money when remodeling your home.  These 8 upgrades will bring you the best return on your investment.
 In today's market it is important to maximize the return on your investment when updating your home or getting it ready to sell.  But which upgrades will be most worthwhile and give you the best return?  Here is our list of the top 8 home upgrades that will reward you with the greatest return for your time and investment.
1.)    Painting - Most homes these days are built as a blank canvas.  … (0 comments)

alaska: Pricing Your Home To Sell - 05/01/08 12:53 PM
How To Determine The Right Price:
To accurately determine the right price for your home you need to find current prices for comparable homes in your area, find recent comparable sales in your area and know the demand for housing in your area. Here are some helpful steps to help you select the appropriate price.
Step #1: Measure Your Home
Measure your home against similar homes in your area that have recently been sold or currently are for sale.
Step#2: Compare Features
Find what features either make your home stand out against the comparable homes or maybe appear … (5 comments)

alaska: 20 Quick Fixes Sellers Can Do To Help Ensure a Quick Sale! - 05/01/08 12:49 PM
Fix-up #1: Generally Improve Your Home's "Curb Appeal"
Mow the front lawn, water and fertilize if necessary, pick up any trash, sweep your driveway and walks and make sure your home looks good from the street.
Fix-up #2: Make The Front Door And Porch Attractive
You only get one chance so make sure their first impression is the best. Sweep the porch, touch up any paint in this area, wash windows and wipe down the front door.
Fix-up #3: Fix Cracks In The Driveway And Remove Any Oil Stains
Resealing your driveway can dramatically improved the appearance of your home … (3 comments)

alaska: THE SIX MOST COSTLY MISTAKES BUYERS MAKE WHEN PURCHASING A HOME! - 05/01/08 12:42 PM
Mistake #1: Not Having Proper Representation
In today's market it is important to have qualified representation. When you select a Realtor to work with be sure to ask questions about there qualifications and even sales history. You may have a friend in the business but before you decide to use them make sure they can give you the service and experience you need. Not having the proper representation can cost you thousands.
Mistake #2: Choosing The Right Loan
There are many different loan types available. Depending on how long you plan to live in your home there are some … (1 comments)

alaska: IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN HIRING A REALTOR! - 05/01/08 12:36 PM
Question #1: Do You Practice Real Estate Full or Part Time?
You might think that real estate can be a part time job. In most cases that is far from the truth. Realtors can work many hours a week and need to be available at the drop of a hat or somebody else will beat them to the sale. It is important to have a full time Realtor represent you for this very reason. You also need to make sure you can contact them anytime day or night and get a prompt response.
Question #2: What Education Have You Completed? … (1 comments)

alaska: About The Alaska Real Estate Market - 05/01/08 12:32 PM
The real estate market in Alaska can vary greatly depending upon the area in which you are choosing to live. This is why it is so important to find a specialist who understands that area and is qualified to represent you. Also, the Alaska market does not always follow the national trends.As of July 1, 2006 Alaska's population was roughly 670,000 people. Roughly 282,000 living in the Anchorage Borough, 87,000 living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, 77,000 living in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, and 51,000 living in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. That makes Alaska's four most populated areas Anchorage, Fairbanks, Mat-Su, … (6 comments)

 

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