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Zillow: Hero, Zero, or Somewhere In-Between for Alaskan Real Estate

Shout out the word “Zillow” in a mixed crowd and you may get several reactions: “I love it – I found my current home on Zillow!” “It says my house is worth $30,000 more than I paid for it two years ago.” “Ugh – you can’t trust it at all.” I have my own perspectiveContinue reading “Zillow: Hero, Zero, or Somewhere In-Between for Alaskan Real Estate”

Valentine’s Day LOOOOVE

Have you seen the cute “love questionnaire” floating around Facebook? Several friends have posted it, and it’s an adorable way to get a little glimpse into a couple’s life. I thought I’d surprise Nate and ask him the questions… live on video. Because that’s just the kind of loving wife I am. Look at thatContinue reading “Valentine’s Day LOOOOVE”

Kids say…

Two of our four kids are home schooled, through a combination of online and in-person classes, cooperative schooling and workshops, and guidance from us. We work from our home office much of the time, and I always wonder what they think about what we do. Last week, I assigned them each the task of writingContinue reading “Kids say…”

Preparing to Buy Your Alaska Home Part I: Do Your Home Buying Homework

Congratulations – you’ve made a decision to buy a home. Whether it’s your first home purchase or many years from a prior purchase, it’s time to take the first steps.  What are some of the things you need to give consideration to? What type of home are you looking for? You have lots of options toContinue reading “Preparing to Buy Your Alaska Home Part I: Do Your Home Buying Homework”

Preparing to Buy Your Alaska Home Part II: Time to Make an Offer

You’ve found at least one dream home that seems to tick most of the boxes. You’ve researched and read all the documents about the property that your agent sent you. You know what you’re pre-approved for and what you can afford versus what you WANT to afford. You have enough money in your checking accountContinue reading “Preparing to Buy Your Alaska Home Part II: Time to Make an Offer”