In past blog posts, we've shared the answers to common Alaskan homeowner questions, including whether or not you should sell your home or simply renovate as well as trends to avoid to appeal to homebuyers. This week, Madden Real Estate is elaborating for those homeowners in Fairbanks, Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer, Wasilla, and North Pole who choose to list their property and take advantage of the numerous buyers in the market.
But does everything need to be fixed before you can officially place that For Sale sign in the yard? Read on for four things that you can pass on this year:
Half updates
Unless you plan to renovate your entire kitchen or bathroom, you don't need to bother making partial updates. For instance, don't bother placing an expensive new stone like a marble or granite on top of...
Becoming a homeowner in the Fairbanks, Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer, Wasilla, and North Pole areas is exciting, but the thought of paying on your mortgage for the next 30 years may be anything but that. Not to mention, there are many other expenses associated with your home purchase— the inspection, the down payment, the closing costs.
Alaskan homeowners can easily feel overwhelmed, but as your local real estate experts, Madden Real Estate is happy to provide a few ways to keep those expenses down and pay off your mortgage early!
Make an extra payment
One of the simplest ways to start paying down your mortgage is to make one extra payment each month. Most lenders today...
When it comes to buying a home in Alaska, you have many options laid in front of you— from the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, to the location, to your initial offer. However, one option you will want to avoid altogether is the decision to go it alone, without an Alaskan real estate agent on your side.
Purchasing a home may seem like something you can handle yourself, but after doing all of the research, you will find the process is best left to the pros.
Below are five reasons why you should never buy a home in Fairbanks, Anchorage, Eagle River, Palmer, Wasilla, North Pole, or beyond without the help of a real estate agent:
They have the experience
You could be on the brink of purchasing your second, maybe even fifth, home, but keep in mind that real estate agents have...
