Should I wait to sell my house?

Should I wait to sell my house?

Should I wait to sell my house is a common question that many Alaska home sellers may ask.

Many sellers are still hesitant about putting their house up for sale. Where are prices headed? Where are interest rates headed? These are all valid questions. However, there are several reasons to sell your home sooner rather than later. Here are three of those reasons.

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1. Demand is about to skyrocket

Most people realize that the housing market is hottest from April through June. The most serious buyers are well aware of this and, for that reason, come out in early spring in order to beat the heavy competition. We also have a pent-up demand as many buyers pushed off their home search this winter because of extreme weather. Sellers in markets where seasonal weather is never an issue must realize that buyers relocating to their region will increase dramatically this spring as these purchasers finally decide to escape the freezing temperatures of the winters in the north.

These buyers are ready, willing and able to buy…and are in the market right now!

2. There Is Less Competition - For Now

Housing supply always grows from the spring through the early summer. Also, there has been a growing desire for many homeowners to move as they were unable to sell over the last few years because of a negative equity situation. Homeowners have seen a return to positive equity as prices increased over the last eighteen months. Many of these homes will be coming to the market in the near future.

The choices buyers have will continue to increase over the next few months. Don’t wait until all the other potential sellers in your market put their homes up for sale.

3. There Will Never Be a Better Time to Move-Up

If you are moving up to a larger, more expensive home, consider doing it now. Prices are projected to appreciate by approximately 4% this year and 8% by the end of 2015. If you are moving to a higher priced home, it will wind-up costing you more in raw dollars (both in down payment and mortgage payment) if you wait. You can also lock-in your 30 year housing expense with an interest rate at about 4.5% right now. Freddie Mac projects rates to be 5.1% by this time next year and 5.7% by the fourth quarter of 2015.

Moving up to a new home will be less expensive this spring than later this year or next year.

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Homes for sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision, Wasilla, AK

Homes for Sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision Wasilla, Alaska

Looking for a home in Mountain Ranch Subdivision?

If you are interested in finding a home for sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision of Wasilla, AK please click on the link for immediate information about homes for sale.  If you would like to know a bit more about the neighborhood I have included a few facts and links that may be helpful for you. 

Why Do People Live in Mountain Ranch?

Mountain Ranch is a large neighborhood of single family homes. Situated outside the between the cities of Palmer, AK and located within a short distance of the Glenn Highway. The fair is close but not to close. This is very convenient when it is State fair time.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision are generally going to range between 864 and 3333 square feet. Most of the homes were built starting 2005 to 2014.  The typical configuration is mainly 2 to 5 bedrooms and 1 to 3 baths. The lots are approximately a little less than 1/2 acre.

What's Going on Nearby the Mountain Ranch Subdivision?

Mountain Ranch is conveniently located just off the Parks Highway between Palmer and Wailla, Alaska and it is an excellent commute location to Anchorage and JBER.  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is close by as well as big box discount shopping areas, most chain fast food establishments, as well as the local movie theater within 10 minutes. In addition we have a wonderful collection of local favorite restaurants, including Locals.  Find out about The Ranch and the surrounding area's community information including banks, schools, shopping and what the community statistics are at my web page.

What Schools are nearby?

If you buy a home for sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision of Wasilla AK, the local schools serving this area are Sherrod/Swanson Elementary School as well as Palmer Middle and High School. To get local school scores and more information about these schools check out the Palmer school reports on my website.
Because the area is in a growth phase sometimes school boundaries change, so you will need to reconfirm this.

Now You Really Want to Find a Home Here, Right?

If you are interested in the current homes and lots for sale in Mountain Ranch Subdivision of Palmer AK click on the link. Our 'for sale' property information is a direct feed from the Alaska MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

To Search for Homes in the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and other areas please visit my site.

Homes for Sale in Midtown Estates

Homes for Sale in Midtown Estates Palmer, Alaska

Looking for a home in Midtown Estates?

If you are interested in finding a home for sale in the Midtown Estates of Palmer, AK please click on the link for immediate information about homes for sale.  If you would like to know a bit more about the neighborhood I have included a few facts and links that may be helpful for you. 

Why Do People Live in Midtown Estates?

Midtown Estates is a small  neighborhood of single family homes. The area is nicely wooded. Situated between the cities of Palmer, AK and Wasilla, AK off the Palmer-Wasilla  Highway.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Midtown Estates Subdivision are generally going to range between 1700 and 3500 square feet. Most of the homes were originally built starting 1986 to 2006.  The typical configuration is mainly 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 baths. Most of the lots are approximately 1/2 acre large.

What's Going on Nearby the Midtown Estates Subdivision?

Midtown Estates is conveniently located just off the Palmer Wasilla Highway between Wasilla and Palmer and is an excellent commute location to Anchorage and JBER.  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is close by as well as big box discount shopping areas, most chain fast food establishments, as well as the local movie theater within 15 minutes. In addition we have a wonderful collection of local favorite restaurants, including Locals, Turkey Red, Pioneer Pizza and the Noisy Goose.  Downtown Palmer offers a variety of gift and specialty stores and caters to the local market with the Mat-Su Farm Market year round.  Colony Days and Colony Christmas as well as Friday Flings in Palmer which is another Farmers Market style of event are all well attended events.  Find out about Midtown Estates and the surrounding area's community information including banks, schools, shopping and what the community statistics are at my web page.

What Schools are nearby?

If you buy a home for sale in the Midtown Estates Subdivision of Palmer AK, the local schools serving this area are Pioneer Peak Elementary Schools as well as Colony Middle and High School. To get local school scores and more information about these schools check out the Palmer school reports on my website.
Because the area is in a growth phase sometimes school boundaries change, so you will need to reconfirm this.

Now You Really Want to Find a Home Here, Right?

If you are interested in the current homes and lots for sale in Midtown Estates Subdivision of Palmer AK click on the link. Our 'for sale' property information is a direct feed from the Alaska MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

To Search for Homes in the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and other areas please visit my site.

Homes for Sale in Wasilla Creek Commons Palmer Alaska

Homes for Sale in Wasilla Creek Commons Palmer, Alaska

Looking for a home in Wasilla Creek Commons?

If you are interested in finding a home for sale in the Wasilla Creek Commons of Palmer, AK please click on the link for immediate information about homes for sale.  If you would like to know a bit more about the neighborhood I have included a few facts and links that may be helpful for you. 

Why Do People Live in Wasilla Creek Commons?

Wasilla Creek Commons is a small  neighborhood of single family homes and there are still plenty of lots available for those that wish to build. Situated between the cities of Palmer, AK and Wasilla, AK off the Palmer-Wasilla  and Parks Highway.  As the name implies, Wasilla Creek runs on the outer edge of the development.  In the summer Salmon can be found running the creek and it provides endless hours of entertainment for local kids.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Wasilla Creek Commons Subdivision are generally going to range between 1700 and 2800 square feet. Most of the homes were originally built starting 2008 to present.  The typical configuration is mainly 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3 baths. Most of the lots range from just under 20,000 sq. ft. to 32,000 sq. ft. on average.

What's Going on Nearby the Wasilla Creek Commons Subdivision?

Wasilla Creek Commons is conveniently located just off the Trunk Road between the Parks Highway and the Palmer-Wasilla Highway and is an excellent commute location to Anchorage and JBER.  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is close by as well as big box discount shopping areas, most chain fast food establishments, as well as the local movie theater within 15 minutes. In addition we have a wonderful collection of local favorite restaurants, including Locals, Turkey Red, Pioneer Pizza and the Noisy Goose.  Downtown Palmer offers a variety of gift and specialty stores and caters to the local market with the Mat-Su Farm Market year round.  Colony Days and Colony Christmas as well as Friday Flings in Palmer which is another Farmers Market style of event are all well attended events.  Find out about Meadow Brook and the surrounding area's community information including banks, schools, shopping and what the community statistics are at my web page.

What Schools are nearby?

If you buy a home for sale in the Wasilla Creek Commons Subdivision of Palmer AK, the local schools serving this area are Pioneer Peak Elementary Schools as well as Colony Middle and High School. To get local school scores and more information about these schools check out the Palmer school reports on my website.
Because the area is in a growth phase sometimes school boundaries change, so you will need to reconfirm this.

Now You Really Want to Find a Home Here, Right?

If you are interested in the current homes and lots for sale in Wasilla Creek Commons Subdivision of Palmer AK click on the link. Our 'for sale' property information is a direct feed from the Alaska MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

To Search for Homes in the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and other areas please visit my site.

Homes for Sale in Equestrian Acres Palmer, Alaska

Homes for Sale in Equestrian Acres Palmer, Alaska

Looking for a home in Equestrian Acres Subdivision?

If you are interested in finding a home for sale in the Equestrian Acres Subdivision of Palmer, AK please click on the link for immediate information about homes for sale.  If you would like to know a bit more about the neighborhood I have included a few facts and links that may be helpful for you. 

Why Do People Live in Equestrian Acres?

Equestrian Acres is a nicely planned neighborhood of single family homes that are conveniently situated between the cities of Palmer, AK and Wasilla, AK on the Palmer-Wasilla Highway.  I personally love that the builder left many of the old growth trees. This lends an ambiance to the neighborhood that can be hard to find.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Equestrian Acres Subdivision are generally going to range between 1100 and 3600 square feet. Most of the homes were originally built in the early 80's however there is still construction occurring.  The homes are 3-5 bedrooms and 1/3/4 to 4 baths. Most of the lots range from just under 1/2 acre to an acre.

What's Going on Nearby the Equestrian Acres Subdivision?

Equestrian Acres is conveniently located just off the Palmer-Wasilla Highway and is an excellent commute location to Anchorage and JBER.  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is close by as well as big box discount shopping areas, most chain fast food establishments, as well as the local movie theater within 15 minutes. In addition we have a wonderful collection of local favorite restaurants, including Locals, Turkey Red, Pioneer Pizza and the Noisy Goose.  Downtown Palmer offers a variety of gift and specialty stores and caters to the local market with the Mat-Su Farm Market year round.  Colony Days and Colony Christmas as well as Friday Flings in Palmer which is another Farmers Market style of event are all well attended events.  Find out about Meadow Brook and the surrounding area's community information including banks, schools, shopping and what the community statistics are at my web page.

What Schools are nearby?

If you buy a home for sale in the Equestrian Acres Subdivision of Palmer AK, the local schools serving this area are Sherrod & Swanson Elementary Schools as well as Palmer Middle and High School. To get local school scores and more information about these schools check out the Palmer school reports on my website.
Because the area is in a growth phase sometimes school boundaries change, so you will need to reconfirm this.

Now You Really Want to Find a Home Here, Right?

If you are interested in the current homes for sale in Equestrian Acres Subdivision of Palmer AK click on the link. Our 'for sale' property information is a direct feed from the Alaska MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

To Search for Homes in the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and other areas please visit my site.

Meadow Brook Subdivision Palmer Alaska

Meadow Brook Subdivision - Palmer, AK

Looking for a home in Meadow Brook Subdivision?

If you are interested in finding a home for sale in the Meadow Brook Subdivision of Palmer, AK please click on the link for immediate information about homes for sale.  If you would like to know a bit more about the neighborhood I have included a few facts and links that may be helpful for you. 

Why Do People Live in Meadow Brook?

Meadow Brook is a beautiful neighborhood of single family homes that are conveniently situated between the cities of Palmer, AK and Wasilla, AK. It's not uncommon to see neighborhood kids playing in the streets during the summer and sledding down snow covered streets in the winter. The neighborhood is active year round with people walking their dogs or getting out for an evening run.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale in the Meadow Brook Subdivision are generally going to range between 1700 and 2700 square feet. Most of the homes were originally built by Jess Hall Homes back in the early 2000's.  The smallest homes in the neighborhood start with 2 bedrooms while the larger floor plans have a four bedroom layout and there is even one with seven bedrooms.  Most of the lots range from over 1/3 acre to 3/4 of an acre. When looking on a Google map or using an electronic devise this area is often referred to as Gateway.

What's Going on Nearby the Meadow Brook Subdivision?

Meadow Brook is conveniently located just off the Parks Highway and is an Excellent commute location to Anchorage and JBER.  Mat-Su Regional Medical Center is close by as well as big box discount shopping areas, most chain fast food establishments, as well as the local movie theater within 10 minutes. In addition we have a wonderful collection of local favorite restaurants, including Locals, Turkey Red, Pioneer Pizza and the Noisy Goose.  Downtown Palmer offers a variety of gift and specialty stores and caters to the local market with the Mat-Su Farm Market year round.  Colony Day's festival in the Summer and Colony Christmas as well as Friday Flings in Palmer which is another Farmers Market style of event are all well attended events.  Find out about Meadow Brook and the surrounding area's community information including banks, schools, shopping and what the community statistics are at my web page.

What Schools will the Kids Attend?

If you buy a home for sale in the Meadow Brook Subdivision of Palmer AK, the local schools serving this area are Pioneer Peak Elementary School & Fred and Sarah Machetanz Elementary, Colony Middle School, and Colony High School. To get local school scores and more information about these schools check out the Palmer school reports on my website.

Now You Really Want to Find a Home Here, Right?

If you are interested in the current homes for sale in Meadow Brook Subdivision of Palmer AK click on the link. Our 'for sale' property information is a direct feed from the Alaska MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

To Search for Homes in the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and other areas please visit my site.

BEWARE OF BOGUS RENTAL SCAMS IF YOU'RE MOVING TO THE MAT-SU VALLEY IN ALASKA

Beware of bogus rental scams if you're moving to the Mat-Su Valley in Alaska. There's no way to know how often this occurs, but we're hearing about it WAY more often than you would think.  We at http://www.alaskahomesellers.com/ are aware of the problem and the only way that we can think to try to serve all of you is to try to bring it to your attention.  

If you are moving to the Matsu Valley of Alaska and plan to rent for a while before you buy a home or other Alaska real estate, always verify who you are dealing with before sharing any of your personal information.  When the time comes to buy a home, you can shop on our website to see what is available for sale here.     

What the 'scammers' are doing is extracting information from the internet of listings that are 'active' on the market.  They can steal photos, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, the comments on the listing describing the highlights of the home, etc. etc. and generate bogus scam ads portraying themselves as the owner of the property and their wish to rent it. 

Unfortunately, the bogus rental scam ads often will contain information describing the owner suddenly moving from the area for an extended period for a supposed "mission" trip.  Clearly these ploys continue to work as this has been occurring for years in one form or another.  

I recently talked with a client that asked if I was aware of any bogus rental scams, and when I described how often they contain the "mission" term, their eyes grew wide and they realized how close they had came to losing deposit monies, personal identities, and more.  

Take a look at the following ad from "Craigslist" and determine for yourself if it is legit or a bogus ad.     

This is actually a home for sale in Wasilla, AK and contains all the data that is easily obtained by searching the internet for homes for sale in Wasilla, AK.  

They even had a copy of the correspondence that was emailed to them from the 'owner' describing in detail, their dissatisfaction with their 'realtor' and how the 'realtor' tried to "rip them off".  Here is a copy of the emailed response from the bogus 'owner'!  The story is quite plausible as well, and if you weren't aware of the scammers, it's easy to understand how this could happen.

I suspect that there is a lot of that going on here due to our sheer distance from the lower 48, and because the potential tenant isn't here, find it far too easy to fall prey to their fraudulent trap! There is an old saying that goes something like, "if something seems to be good to be true, it probably is".  Such is often the case when it comes to these scammers.  The ads are never on for very long, and "Craigslist" isn't the only offender.  Many of the national real estate websites contain these bogus ads as well.

We also have 3 professional property managers in our office that can share with you their available inventory.  To get their contact information you can contact us via our website, or call us at (907)352-1828.  

Please be careful out there!

Greg Shepard

Associate Broker, REALTOR, GRI, SFR, RFC

Jack White Real Estate 

Wasilla, AK 99654