{"id":1095,"date":"2021-08-13T15:31:49","date_gmt":"2021-08-13T23:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alaskahomesbybrooke.com\/?p=1095"},"modified":"2022-03-13T16:25:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-14T00:25:26","slug":"8-steps-to-buying-a-house-in-alaska-part-two","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alaskahomesbybrooke.com\/2021\/08\/13\/8-steps-to-buying-a-house-in-alaska-part-two\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Steps to Buying a House in Alaska \u2013 Part Two"},"content":{"rendered":"

 As we discussed in part one<\/a> buying a house in Alaska doesn\u2019t need to be scary. We previously discussed 4 ways to prepare to buy a house. Now that you\u2019ve become friends with your money, chose your neighborhood, found an ally and partner in a real estate agent, and have your pre-approval for your mortgage it\u2019s time to find your dream home. You know what you can afford and you\u2019re ready to start shopping!<\/p>\n

Here are the next 4 steps:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Happy Hunting Time<\/strong>!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    • Virtual tours<\/strong> \u2013 Even though COVID-19 is not as much of a threat, it\u2019s still a big question mark to many. With reduced restrictions, viewing homes in person is an option again, but it still can be considered safer and timesaving to view prospective homes via virtual tours. A virtual tour can help you to narrow down your options and decrease your contact with others. When you do decide to tour in person you can check what protocols are in place for safety during showings.<\/li>\n
    • Know your priorities <\/strong>– Home viewing is a fun part of the home buying process. The choice of which house is right for you is completely yours, and ultimately you will need to make a choice. Take the time to make a list of \u2018must haves\u2019 and \u2018nice to haves.\u2019 You will have to decide which features matter most and which are just a bonus. Trust your agent, once they know what you\u2019re looking for they may show you surprisingly awesome things within your price range that you might not have even considered.<\/li>\n
    • Pay attention to inventory – <\/strong>Sometimes the market will be booming and other times you\u2019ll be limited in options. If you have less to choose from you might have to adjust your expectations. The time of year can affect how many houses are available. In Alaska, summer often has the most houses on the market and the fewest in November. You may have to make your selection faster when you have less to choose from and the competition is high.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      1. Offer Time!<\/strong>\n
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        • Sweeten your offer \u2013<\/strong> More money isn\u2019t always the key to success. Offering the seller different asks such as no contingencies can create a deal that works for you and the seller. Other win-win deal ideas are seller concessions, repair credits, inspection contingencies, and personalized letters. We\u2019d be happy to give you more information and details on these negotiating opportunities.<\/li>\n
        • When you know you know \u2013 <\/strong>If you know that you have found the home for you, do not delay. Often in Alaska homes are on the market 68 days without an offer. If you\u2019re eyeing a home that has been on the market about that long, don\u2019t delay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Time to Inspect and appraise!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          • Do your due diligence<\/strong> \u2013 Once your offer is accepted now is the time to make sure you\u2019re getting what you are paying for. If something isn\u2019t right, it\u2019s time to renegotiate. Have a professional check for unseen, unexpected and potential issues. It\u2019s usual to inspect the roof, foundation, electrical, HVAC and plumbing. Septic is also a good idea to check, and Alaskan residence specifically should check for radon hazards.<\/li>\n
          • Know your value <\/strong>\u2013 Your new home after inspection will need to be appraised. Make sure that it\u2019s indeed worth the agreed upon price. If not, you may end up paying a larger down payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            1. Yay buying time! <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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              • Stay out of the clouds \u2013 <\/strong>Easier said than done, but it\u2019s important to stay in reality during this part of the process of buy a house in Alaska. During your final walkthrough carefully check the property to make sure it\u2019s in the condition you expect. Create a checklist before you go and check off items as you inspect them.<\/li>\n
              • Sign on the dotted line \u2013 <\/strong>Your agent will help to explain every document as you sign but be prepared to ask questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Buying a house in Alaska can feel overwhelming, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. If you take the time to prepare and have the right agent in your corner, you will have fun while finding the house of your dreams. Contact us @ 907-244-6742 for any help finding your dream home in the Anchorage, Eagle River, Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley.<\/p>\n

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