Best curb appeal investments when selling a home
If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you know how important curb appeal is. Ask any Realtor and they’ll tell you what a significant role curb appeal plays in listing a home for sale. If you are motivated to sell but your budget is tight, you’ll be happy to learn that...
How to keep your kids safe when traveling
Balancing a love of family adventures with keeping kids safe doesn’t have to hold you back when traveling. We love watching kids discover what makes Alaska so great, but we know that parents can be a little unsure what to teach their children about safety around...
Summer boating safety tips for Alaska
Summer in Alaska has much to offer, especially for boaters who are ready to explore our expansive waters, go fishing, have fun, and enjoy the majestic views. One thing we know living here in Alaska is that one thing you can count on is that weather can take a change...
How to dress up your deck and turn your patio into a paradise
Now that summer’s here in Alaska, you’re probably spending as much time outdoors as you can. Winter and spring can be hard on patios, decks and outdoor spaces, so if you feel like yours could use some sprucing up, you’re not alone. We’ve gathered up a few tips for...
Bear safety tips while fishing in Alaska
If you’re fishing for salmon in Alaska, then you need to know these bear safety tips. Our bear population loves to fish just as much as you do and can get pretty upset if you get in their way. Peak season for salmon fishing occurs from May through September, with the...
Travel and staycation ideas for Anchorage and throughout Alaska
The weather is great, and summer is settling in soon, which means it’s that time of year when everyone is planning their next adventure. Luckily, we live in the best spot for travel and adventure – Alaska! Weekend getaways and staycations are all the thing now – and...
Keep bears away by spring cleaning your yard
If you live here in Alaska, you know that all three species of North American bears flourish throughout our state, which means it’s pretty much guaranteed that you’ll never be very far away from a bear. Bears are amazing creatures – from a distance. That’s why it’s...
Gardening in Alaska Tips: Get a jump start on spring
It’s April and we’re all more than ready to see some color outside. The best way to get a jumpstart on spring when gardening in Alaska is to start inside – with seeds. In Alaska, when we start seeing signs of spring after the long winter, it can be tempting to start...
Quiz: How to tell if you’ve outgrown your home
Spring is coming here in Alaska and the urge to get moving is kicking in. Sometimes that feeling can overflow to thoughts of moving to a new home. You love where you live, so is this feeling just cabin fever? Or is it really time to move on? Take a look at the...
Our Best Tips for Selling a Home in Alaska
As winter winds down here in Alaska, the approach of Spring gets a lot of people thinking about real estate. We are always sharing our best tips and ideas with community members at coffee shops, in stores and here in our office – and we thought you might enjoy them...
How Earthquakes Affect Real Estate in Alaska
The aftershocks of last November’s earthquake aren’t the only thing still affecting us here in Alaska. Many people are dealing with not only emotional trauma and PTSD, but also the time-consuming and stressful tasks associated with inspecting and/or repairing homes...
Alaska is for lovers
Yes, Valentine’s Day is here, and love is in the air. But you know what? Alaska is a great place for lovers all year round. In fact, when Mental Floss magazine did a fun study to rank states based on indicators of romance, Alaska shined in the #1 spot with top...