The Walden Madden Real Estate Blog

With spring just around the corner, Alaskan residents are ready for a fresh start. Many will begin home improvement projects, boost curb appeal, clear out the old clutter and most importantly, start the process of spring cleaning. Not only will spring cleaning help to scrub away the dull effects of winter, but it can make a big difference in the eyes of a homebuyer. 

Regardless if you're planning to sell your home in Fairbanks, Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer, Wasilla or North Pole this year, consider this your guide to spring cleaning and giving your property a much needed face lift.

Start by getting organized
Just like with any project involving...

2015 has been called the "Year of the First-time Homebuyer" for many reasons— lower interest rates, pent-up demand, new low down payment mortgages and rising rents. Many Fairbanks, Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer residents will jump into the real estate market this year and quickly find it can be an overwhelming and challenging experience. 

The team at Madden Real Estate is here to help! Not only can we help prepare you to buy a home in Alaska, but we can also walk you through the process to ensure you do not run into these common first-time homebuyer mistakes:

Mistake #1: Not Knowing How Much You Can Afford
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As we get closer to March, Alaska homeowners tend to start thinking seriously about moving to a new home. The new year can often trigger a desire for a change of scenery and thus, the coming months will be busy for both homebuyers and sellers. Right now, both sides of the real estate fence are preparing to take the market by storm and it all starts with getting organized.

You may have started your "spring cleaning" early, conducted an "edit" of your furniture and belongings, begun to think about how to stage your home for buyers— but have you thought about what not to do? Madden Real Estate, as your local Alaskan real estate experts, can provide you with the steps necessary for home seller success, as well as fill you in on what to avoid as you ...