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5 Ways You May Be Scaring Away Fairbanks AK Home Buyers

Selling your Fairbanks AK home is a big step and you might be eager to see that For Sale sign go up in the front yard. But once you've done so, you may find that the offers aren't rolling in as quickly as you had hoped. In fact, home buyers don't seem to be flocking to your property the way you think they should. Is it the market? Are buyers just not looking for homes in your area?

The answer may not lie with the buyer, but actually, with you as the seller. There are several ways you could be scaring away Alaska buyers without even knowing it and we've listed a few of them for you below!

High asking price
While you have memories in your home and undoubtedly have formed emotional ties to the property, that doesn't...

Prepare for Closing Costs When Buying a Home in Alaska

The process of buying a home in Alaska can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if it's your first time conducting a home search. There are many details to get in order, from the number of bedrooms you need to the best location, and it is easy for a few to fall through the cracks. One in particular that is commonly overlooked is the amount you will owe in closing costs. 

Many first-time homebuyers in Alaska are not aware of closing costs, but as your local experts in Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer, Wasilla, North Pole and the surrounding communities, you can count on Madden Real Estate to ensure you know exactly what you're in for in today's real estate market.

What are closing costs?...