Friday, August 22, 2014
So You Think You Want To Sell
Friday, August 15, 2014
Increase Your Home Value!
The kitchen is often the most important and used room in the house. If your cabinets are scratched or the color is outdated, a couple cans of paint with a new finish often can turn even the dullest of cabinets around. Updating cabinet hardware is also an easy way to change the overall appearance of your kitchen without having to invest a lot of money or time. Plus, there is a wide range of stores and online resources for finding the perfect pulls, knobs, and handles to match your style.
One way to attract potential buyers is to spend some time working on the front of your home. Cleaning or updating your mailbox, putting up new street numbers, and touching up chipped paint are quick inexpensive fixes.
If you have outdated lights in your living room or the dining room, consider replacing them with an eye-catching chandelier. Cabinet and track lighting are also ways to quickly update your home and make it feel more modern.
Friday, August 8, 2014
Different Loan Programs
These are two of the most popular loan types when buying a home or refinancing your mortgage. Both options are available for conventional conforming loan amounts, jumbo loan amounts, and FHA or VA programs.
Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loans are popular homebuyer choices. These loans must meet certain requirements.
If you have a higher property value and are able to manage a larger monthly mortgage payment, consider a jumbo, or non-conforming loan. A jumbo loan provides financing for loan amounts higher than the maximum conforming limits, set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. A “blended jumbo” combines a mortgage and home equity line of credit, and may provide greater payment flexibility.
Friday, July 11, 2014
First Time Mistakes to Avoid
You can easily fall in love with a house that is very well your dream house. Making sure that you are staying within your budget. Don't let your head run as fast as your emotions do when you find everything you want in one place. Remember buying a home creates additional expenses not included in the purchase price.Friday, July 4, 2014
First Timer?
- Start saving ASAP for your down payment.
- Drive around different neighborhoods where you can see yourself living.
- Make a list of the top 3 things that are a must for your new home.
- How will you use your future home… to entertain? For your children or future children? Do you have pets?
- Know if you want a fixer-upper or something move in ready.
- Be open minded. You may not get your first choice, but your second one may be a perfect fit!
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
You're Cordially Invited! See our open house in Anchorage this Saturday, June 28, 1-4pm!
Price: $349,000
- Inviting everyone to our Open House this Sat, June 28, 1pm-4pm. This event will be hosted by Erica Thynes. You may reach her at (907) 982-9676. Please bring your buyers and friends.
7824 Cranberry Street Anchorage, AK 99502
Amazing custom home with upgrades galore! Log accents throughout, travertine and slate tile, hardwood floors (Brazilian Cherry & Brazilian Teak), gorgeous kitchen with Viking range and range hood, solid surface counters, rustic hickory cabinets, wood stove insert, fenced yard, detached shed/shop, storage room above garage, large soaking tub, and much more. This is not a drive-by!
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
www.LesBaileyAndAssociates.com
Friday, June 20, 2014
Landscaping Gone Wild!
Trees - when they are planted they are usually small so that you can't predict potential issues. Will it hit power lines? Will it block visibility to your driveway of cars trying to exit? Is it going to create any issues with root growth. There is plenty to consider, so try to think through placement.
Shrubs - will they grow tall or wide? Will they hinder any visibility? Do they lose foliage so that it will be bare certain times of year? Will they bud and cause a smell that you enjoy? Again - plenty of things to play attention to!
Flower beds - are they on top or in front of any electrical boxes or water meters? If so make sure they are visible to the eye and you plant items accordingly so that they don't ruin stuff to be able to do their job.
All these things are great - but are they going to be as amazing in a couple years?
Thinking of buying a property or starting a business, why not have them both? This Eagle River property offers much much more!
Price: $875,000;
Phone#: 907-694-1234 or 907-229-9466
11633 Old Glenn Highway Eagle River, AK 99577
Property Type: Commercial
View: Mountains; Sq. Feet: 3,182; Lot size: 1.01 acres
Prime commercial location in the heart of downtown Eagle River. Perfect location for any business, restaurant, office, etc. This corner-lot site is three parcels including the historic boarded up Tasty Freeze.
Value is in the land. Parcels are the lot with old Tasty Freeze, lot w/Triplex behind it, and lot w/storage units behind the triplex.
Features-Commercial: On-Site Parking; DSL/Cable Available; Fencing; In City Limits; Corner Lot
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Thursday, June 12, 2014
A gorgeous and spacious home located in Eagle River with a picturesque view of the mountains!
Price: $445,000;
Phone#: 907-694-1234 or 907-229-9466
19546 S Mitkof Loop, Eagle River, AK 99577
Enjoy this beautiful custom home with a rare mother-in-law basement apartment and an amazing fenced private backyard. Too many features to list. This is not a cookie-cutter home! Meticulously maintained close to all the amenities. It doesn't get better than this!!!
Property Type: Single Family Residential
Style: Multi-level
Bedrooms: 5; Total Baths: 4; Garage: 2, Attached, Heated;
Year Built: 1994; Sq. Feet: 3,250; Lot size: 0.27 acres
Heat: Baseboard
Just Listed!
Features: Amazing View; Covenant/Restriction; Deck/Patio; Private Yard; Fenced Yard; Fire Service Area; Garage Door Opener; Home Owner Assoc.;Landscaping; Mother-in-Law Apt; Road Service Area; Motion Lighting; Storage Space/Unit;Home Warranty; DSL/Cable Available; Paved Driveway; Basement; Den &/Or Office; Dishwasher; Electric; Family Room;Fireplace; Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Workshop; CO Detector(s); Jetted Tub;Washer &/Or Dryer; Carpet; Ceiling Fan(s);Vaulted Ceiling; Smoke Detector(s)
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Friday, June 6, 2014
A home that looks fresh all the time, with breathtaking views of the mountains and the inlet in Chugiak, a must see!
Price: $485,000
Phone#: 907-694-1234 or 907-229-9466
23110 Sumac Drive Chugiak, AK 99577
Awesome custom home in a private setting w/amazing views of inlet and mountains! Very large over-sized 2 car tandem garage, wine cellar, new roof, office/den, rec room, mud room, sauna, newer high efficiency furnace, gas-assist see through wood fireplace, luxurious master suite with his/her sinks, Jacuzzi tub, steam shower, and best of all, approximately 1100sqft of decking, lots of sunshine.
Property Type: Single Family Residential
Style: Two-Story with Basement
Bedrooms: 3; Total Baths: 3.5; Garage:2, Attached
Year Built: 1987; Sq. Feet: 3,398; Lot size: 1.05 acres
Heat: Forced Air
Just Listed!
- Features: Spectacular View; Deck/Patio; Private Yard; Fire Service Area; Landscaping; Road Service Area; RV Parking; Storage Space/Unit; Home Warranty;DSL/Cable Available; Paved Driveway; Shed; Basement; Den &/Or Office; Dishwasher; Electric; Family Room; Fireplace; Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Washer &/Or Dryer Hookup; Wet Bar;Window Coverings; CO Detector(s); Jetted Tub; Washer &/Or Dryer; Carpet; Ceiling Fan(s); Vaulted Ceiling; Hardwood Flooring; Smoke Detector(s)
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Friday, May 23, 2014
Enjoy the chic architecture and the amazing view surrounding this humble abode in Eagle River!
- Price: $425,000
- Phone#: 907-694-1234 or 907-229-9466
Rare home with 2 master suites, one on the main level and another on the upper level, making this custom home handicap friendly. You'll love this well kept home situated on a fully landscaped corner lot with fenced backyard, breathtaking views, large kitchen, formal dining, cozy gas fireplace, RV parking and plenty of space for your Alaskan toys, and much more.
Property Type: Single Family Residential
Style: Ranch-Traditional, Two-Story Traditional
Bedrooms: 4; Total Baths: 3.5; Garage:2, Attached
Year Built: 1993; Sq. Feet: 2,364; Lot size: 0.35 acres
Heat: Forced Air
Just Listed!
Features: Amazing View; Deck/Patio; Private Yard; Fenced Yard; Fire Service Area; Garage Door Opener; Landscaping; Road Service Area; RV Parking;Satellite Components; Satellite Dish; TV Antenna; Lot-Corner; Storage Space/Unit; Home Warranty; DSL/Cable Available; Paved Driveway; Shed; Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric; Family Room; Fireplace; Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Security System; Telephone; Washr&/Or Dryer Hkup;Window Coverings; BR/BA on Main Level; CO Detector(s); Jetted Tub; Washer &/Or Dryer; Wired Audio; Carpet; Ceiling Fan(s); Central Vac Rough-in; Laminate Flooring; Vaulted Ceiling; Smoke Detector(s)
We also have vacant lots available.
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
What is your One Thing?
“Have you ever wondered if everyone has the same number of hours in a day? Why do people seem to get more done than others? Are they putting in longer hours or are they not taking vacations? Are their personal life suffering?
The truth is, it's not that we have too little time to do the things we need to do, it's that we feel the need to do too many things in the time we have.
The people who achieve extra ordinary results don't achieve them by working more hours, they achieve them by getting more done in the hours they choose to work.” Nani Palmer
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Friday, May 16, 2014
A serene home for nature lovers and outdoor-activity seekers with splendid mountain views in Chugiak.
Price: $320,000
Phone#: 907-694-1234 or 907-229-2352
Bedrooms: 3; Total Baths: 2.5; Garage:2, Attached
Year Built: 1982; Sq. Feet: 2,024; Lot size: 0.31 acres
Heat: Baseboard; Property Type: Single Family Residential
Style: Two-Story Traditional
21641 GRAYBILL Street Chugiak, AK 99567
This home has a family room and living room with a wet bar and bar-B-Q deck facing the mountains. There are great views and a nice flat yard. Wood doors throughout and well maintained. All 3 bedrooms are generous in size and on the 2nd floor of the home. Don't miss out on this great home!
Just Listed!
- Features: View; Deck/Patio; Garage Door Opener; Motion Lighting; In City Limits; DSL/Cable Available; Paved Driveway; Cable TV; Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric; Family Room; Fireplace; Microwave (B/I); Range/Oven; Refrigerator; Telephone; Washr &/Or Dryer Hkup; Wet Bar; Workshop; Jetted Tub; Ceiling Fan(s); Central Vac Rough-in; Laminate Flooring; Range-Downdraft; Smoke Detector(s) We also have other vacant lots available.
Les Bailey & Associates Real Estate Team
Keller Williams Alaska Group
Direct: 907-694-1234
Toll Free: 1-800-784-2912
Friday, April 25, 2014
Moving to Alaska?
Monday, March 31, 2014
Video to Sell Your Home
Friday, March 21, 2014
Down Payment Funds
Friday, March 7, 2014
New Construction Trends
Monday, February 17, 2014
New Builds Have Advantages
Monday, February 10, 2014
Winter Selling Tips
Keep snow and ice out of the walkways as much as you can. How nice and inviting is it that you can walk into a home without wondering what is under that inch thick sheet of ice? It also shows that you are proud of your home and want people to come visit.
Take advantage of the natural light while you can. Show your house during the day so that it can be seen as it will look during the summer months as well. Open the curtains and let as much in as you can.
Wash your windows. Inside and out. If you want the beauty of natural light to be seen, make sure your windows will allow it to happen.
Make it comfy and cozy. People want to buy a home. Have some background noise going, light a candle or two, start a fire if there is a fireplace. Make them feel like they are actually in a home, not a staged home. A great staged home doesn’t really feel like a staged home.









