We really hate to be the bearer of bad news, but after a hot, sunny, short summer May – July 5, we are resigning ourselves to the reality that our Juneau summer is coming to a close. Here is a to-do list for getting your Juneau home ready for fall. Clothing Pull your fall/winter clothing out of storage. Soon it will be time for sweaters, winter boots, heavier rain jackets, and puffy jackets Bedding Pull winter/fall cozy comforters out of storage. Heat Source Maintenance Get your heating source serviced – whether it’s a boiler, fireplace, toyo stove, or pellet stove. Better to do it now—the co ..read more

I’m sure I’m not alone when I say thank goodness 2020 is over! What a year it was for everyone. In the real estate world, we experienced a lot of uncertainty, but were able to adapt, reassess the way we operate, and work through it to help our clients with essential home sales and purchases. We can look back and say that we have learned and grown from the difficult year that was 2020, and go into 2021 stronger. We are going into to 2021 with market conditions that can benefit both buyers and sellers. For buyers, interest rates are at an all-time low allowing you to get into your dream home wit ..read more

Now that you’re stuck indoors for the foreseeable future, you may be wondering how you are going to fill your time. If you have plans, or are just considering, putting your house on the market when this is all over, now is the best time to get it ready! What better way to pass the hours and be productive than preparing your house for sale? While some checklist items may be obvious, there may be a few to-do list items you didn’t know about. Here is a list for you to get your house ready for sale! Start Outside On those gorgeous sunny days or during a break in the rain, take advantage of being o ..read more

Let’s face it, brightening up your space isn’t just for visual appeal, it can also help you feel better as you endure the dark winter months. As the end of summer approaches, that means that the days will begin to shorten. Lightening your space will help maximize the light you get every day, no matter how much daylight you have. Having a bright space not only looks better, but it can help you feel better too. Here are some ways to brighten your space. Paint it! You don’t need white walls to have a bright space. If you pick paint colors that are saturated but still light, your walls will still ..read more

Is your bathroom small? Unfortunately, small bathrooms are very common, but fear not! There are ways to make the most of the little space available in your tiny space. Although the square footage doesn’t change, a change in organization and storage space can make a drastic difference in how your bathroom feels. Here are a few tips and tricks to make your bathroom feel more functional and efficient. Medicine Cabinet If you have a regular mirror, replace it with a medicine cabinet to provide additional storage space. There are a lot of stylish options to make this functional storage option an ae ..read more

Every year, more than 2,900 home fires are started by clothes dryers. The leading cause of these fires are from a build of up lint from lack of maintenance. The removable lint filter unfortunately doesn’t catch all of the cloth and fabric particles, so maintenance requires a little more than just emptying the filter after each load. Whether you live in your own home or plan to purchase in the near future, it’s important to have safeguards in place for the utilities that you use that could put your home at risk. You want to make sure that the lint that gets trapped in crevices and in the exhaus ..read more

There’s no place like home, so why not make home the most beautiful and cozy place you can be? Let’s dive into some techniques that can help you showcase the best features of every room in your house. Just a touch of color, texture, and personality can transform your home into something new. Here’s a few tips that aren’t a lot of hassle:   ADD SOME COLOR Going with a neutral scheme can never go wrong, but if you’re feeling like your room is a little drab, don’t be afraid to go with a bold color. You can do an accent wall that compliments the current color scheme or use your furniture or ..read more

Moving into a new home? We know how exciting it can be! We’ve compiled a list of a few things you can do after your move to make sure your experience is comfortable. The hardest part of a move is getting settled in, after that, let’s handle a few loose ends that sometimes get forgotten about until the last minute. CHECK MAJOR APPLIANCES Be sure to check all the appliances to ensure everything is still in working order after the move. Look at things such as your stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer, refrigerator, and microwave. If you brought any appliances yourself and you used movers, you’ll w ..read more

Financing pre-approval is an essential step that needs to be handled before buyers begin searching for a home. According to the latest National Association of Realtors® Confidence Index Survey, 88% of all buyers required financing to purchase their home last year. Starting your home search with a pre-approval has many benefits including confidence. PRE-APPROVAL GIVES YOU CONFIDENCE Knowing the amount you can borrow the mortgage amount you can afford decreases as interest rates rise Looking at homes in the right price range price, size, amenities, location Comparing and identifying ..read more

When selling your home, you’re obligated by law, to disclose certain information about your property. Most states require that all sellers complete a written property disclosure form. The majority of the forms have a required set of questions that you must answer. THE BASICS The State of Alaska requires sellers to complete this form when listing a residential home for sale. Nearly all of the questions are a basic yes/no/unknown response. The questions will address material facts, major defects, repairs, and improvements. All forms vary by state and require different information. MATERIAL FACTS ..read more