January 2022 Mat Su Real Estate Guide

January, 2022

Real Estate Guide

Featured listing offered by:

ELISE ELL BUCHHOLZ Jack White Real Estate Mat Su

(907) 242-0442 eliseb@jackwhite.com Elise Ell Buchholz REALTOR®

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On The Cover

$700,000 9836 W HOLLYWOOD, WASILLA

COMING SOON

Beautiful 4592 sqft ranch home with daylight basement on 10 acres. Horse stables & chicken coop incl.

Elise Ell Buchholz REALTOR®

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su

(907) 242-0442

865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

eliseb@jackwhite.com

Advertiser Index

Alaska Multiple Listing Service......................................... 4 AlaskaUSA Mortgage Company.................... 9 Biff’s Professional Home Inspections...................... 8 Jack White Real Estate Margaret Billinger...................... 19 Elise Ell Buchholz ... .........................Cover, 2, 3, 12, 13 Kelly Caraway........................... 15 Michelle Crew............................. 8 Karen Ross............................... 15 Michele Snell.............................. 8

Keller Williams Realty Cora Carleson......................... 4, 5 Kustom Kitchen & Design, Inc............................... 8

The Ranch................................... 7

Re/Max Dynamic of the Valley Lori Leahy................................. 10 Re/Max Frontier Barickman & Associates........... 24

Residential Mortgage, LLC........ 6 Spinell Homes........................... 23

Taylored Restoration................ 17 Valley Mtn Services.................. 11

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Jack White

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

Real Estate since 1953

COMMERCIAL BUILDING AND BUSINESS

Great business opportunity! Get two businesses in one, with gated repair shop with in-floor heat, to include all towing trucks, haulers, tools, and equipment, and current contracts.

VACANT LAND

Vacant land located at 2187 North Parks Highway, near Trapper Creek, Alaska.

$499,000

$1,000,000

AK MLS# 21-17567

HISTORIC CABIN

Historic Goose Creed cabin placed on lot and ready for refurbishing. Level lot with good solid ground. Great location.

$55,000

AK MLS# 20-11913

AMAZING OPPORTUNITY ICE D PR UCE D RE

Large gated property on Fairview Loop. 2 Large Green Houses with concrete slabs that could be used for business storage or any other business ideas. Living quarters with a 4 car garage. a separate building in the front with a garage, would be perfect for pizza or coffee place. Schedule your showing today.

$599,000

AK MLS# 21-14619

AK MLS# 21-2972

BAR, HOTEL, LIQUOR LICENSE

RV PARK ON CREEK FRONTAGE

This bar has a very family, friendly atmosphere. It’s similar to the TV show, ‘’Cheers’’ where the regulars do all know each-other by name. This is an amazing price, considering a liquor license alone could cost as much 235K. Amazing kitchen appliances, and known as having some of the best food in the Valley. Listing also includes a 10 room motel behind the bar.

$650,000

Great multifaceted investment property with River frontage has many possibilities for income. From renting canoes that would float from the slough to Willow Creek, to a bed & breakfast, or as the RV Park that it currently operates with 7 RV hookups, and plenty of parking. This lot has a large gravel pad, & is fenced on three sides. Bring your fishing poles for the plentiful salmon & trout!

$240,000

AK MLS# 21-16231

AK MLS# 21-9762

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Hey Cora... About my house, Sell it? Remodel it?

It’s a tough decision, but I am here to help! I have written a book, and if you read it, making those decisions will be easy!

1) Understand Return on Investment, or ROI. 2) Know when to update your home and when to leave your home.

3) Written for our market!

Send me a text or an email and I’ll send you a FREE copy as soon as it’s published. Should be out mid February.

907-982-5700 CorasProperties@gmail.com

R E A LT O R

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ALASKA

MLS ALASKA MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, INC.

Ask Cora Hey Cora, A realtor called me and said they have a buyer for my property, and I didn’t even have it for sale!

The realtor said that they would like me to sign a onetime listing agreement with them. What does this mean and what should I look for?

Signed, Not Quite Sure Dear Not Quite, well isn’t that something! Let’s take this apart step by step, that’s always the easiest way on a complicated question like this one.

1) Do you want to sell? I mean, if it’s your own personal home, do you know where you’ll go? My suggestion, look and see what is out there for rent or for sale and make sure you want to do this. You may not be able to find something that you like better than your current home. The rental market is just as tight as the selling market is right now. Be sure that you can find what you want before you jump at the opportunity.

2) What is the price they are offering? Perhaps a second opinion is warranted. You may be thinking, “wow, what a great price”, but your home may be worth more. My suggestion: get another realtor to do a CMA, Current Market Analysis for you so you know. You can have a third party come in and give you comparable homes that have actually sold near you to get an accurate price of what your lovely home will sell for.

Next, let’s look at the listing contract that they want you to sign.

1) Length of Contract: How long is it for? For a listing contract, well any contract really, to be valid, it must have a start date and an end date. If the realtor has a buyer for the property, keep that end date within the next 90 days. It should not need to go further than that. If they want you to list longer than that, ask why.

3) Name your Buyer: The Alaska Multiple Listing Service has a form that most realtors in the area use, called the listing contract. On page 3, it allows you to list special conditions or exemptions. In this case, you are going to ask for special verbiage that states, “this is a listing for one buyer only, this property will not be marketed for sale on the MLS”. Name the buyer right there on page three.

This way, if you do not come to an agreement with this buyer on price and terms, your home will not just be up for sale to the general public.

4) Know your costs: Are they asking you to pay the buyers closing costs or real estate fees? These fees can really add up to the thousands. Before you go into this, be sure you know who is paying for what.

Are they asking you to pay all the real estate fees, and what amount do they want you to pay? You can negotiate this; remember they came to you.

5) Representation: How are you being represented?

This will be a separate sheet with the State of Alaska seal on it and presented with the listing agreement. There are several different types of representation so, make sure you know which one applies to you.

a. Does the realtor represent you only? If so, the buyer will have their own realtor. This would be unlikely. But if this is the case, you can tell your realtor anything, and they will be required to keep it confidential.

b. Does the realtor represent the buyer and will

Brought to you by assist you? This would be the most likely scenario, this means that you have no representation, the buyer does, but you do not. If this is the case, you should not disclose personal financial information, what would be the lowest price you would take or anything else like that. Because the realtor does not represent you and that information will get passed along to the buyer.

c. Is the realtor going neutral? Meaning they do not represent either of you? This way, you would need to have an additional form, from the State of Alaska stating that you understand that you are waiving your right to be represented. The Realtor will prepare the documents and get everything to closing on time, this would mean that neither party would have representation. In this case the Realtor must keep the “playing field even” and can not disclose confidential information to either party.

Okay, let’s say that you have decided to sign the temporary listing agreement with this Realtor. Now you have to sign the Purchase and Sale Contract, which is between you and the buyer.

1) Time frame: When do they want your house? It may be that they want it next week – that could be a challenge for you. Actually, it would be a challenge for anyone! Know your closing date and make sure this time frame works for you 2) Closing costs: Again, who is paying for what? There are typical ways these costs are split, but you aren’t necessarily going to know how this works unless you have your own realtor to guide you. All these costs can be negotiated. Typically, if the buyer is getting a loan for the house, any cost that has to do with getting that loan, belongs to the buyer. Make sure you know and understand these costs before signing the contract.

3) Additional Terms and Conditions: this is an area where the buyer can insert any special provision into the contract that they would like. Let’s say they need to wait to close until their home sells, that would go here. Or maybe they want the seller to pay for $5000 of their closing costs, that would also go here. So, watch for additional terms and conditions, weigh them out and make sure it’s what you want and what you feel is fair.

4) Cash Sale: Many transactions are cash sales. The contract has a provision, that allows you, as the seller, to ask for proof of funds. Give the buyers 4 to 5 days to prove they have cash to close, but don’t skip this part, it’s important that you know they have the means to move forward.

5) Loan type: so, they are going to get a loan, what type? VA, FHA, Conventional, RD, Alaska Housing, RD with a HOP – oh my! Each one is a little different and has different requirements of the seller! Yup, you and the house must meet the lender’s criteria too. Some require that you, the seller, pay certain things for the buyer.

As you can see, this can get complicated. If you need help with this, please give me a call. You may need representation. Sometimes, not getting proper representation, costs way too much. Please feel free to call me with your questions, or if you have a home that you want to buy or sell.

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Call Cora Today!

Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group Of Wasilla 621 S Knik-Goose Bay Rd Wasilla, AK 99654

www.clcandassoc.com

907.982.5700

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Thank you for your continued support.

Wishing you and yours a very happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.

SARA BENNER

TINA CHOWANIEC

Direct: (907) 376-0381 | Cell: (907) 631-8814 850 E. USA Circle, Suite B, Wasilla, AK 99654

Direct: (907) 376-0355 | Cell: (907) 355-0623 850 E. USA Circle, Suite B, Wasilla, AK 99654

Apply online 24/7 at www.sarabenner.com

Apply online 24/7 at www.tinachowaniec.com

TRACY OTTINGER

CHRISTY HUDSON

Direct: (907) 646-8729 | Cell: (907) 301-8028 892 E. USA Circle, Suite 105, Wasilla, AK 99654

Direct: (907) 865-9403 | Cell: (907) 227-4708 850 E. USA Circle, Suite B, Wasilla, AK 99654

Apply online 24/7 at www.tracyottinger.com

Apply online 24/7 at www.christyhudson.com

Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS #294143

Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS #196900

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Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS #685901

Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS #202116

Anchorage to home, stop light free!

Early Bird

SPECIAL ary 31, 2022 Expires Janu

2 GB available MOST

January Open House Tours Sat & Sun 1-4pm

Exit Parks Hwy (3) at Trunk Rd, go south, then right on E Gateway Drive.

For view homesite inquires call 907-841-6655 Arctic Devco, Inc

6971 E Gateway Drive Gedz Construction

6949 E Gateway Drive AK Custom Home Builders, LLC

6925 E Gateway Drive Drobenko Investments, LLC

6862 E Gateway Drive Elisha Custom Homes, LLC

Each builder is represented by their respective real estate team. See all www.theranchalaska/listings

6822 E Gateway Drive Davids Investments, LLC

6800 E Gateway Drive Elisha Custom Homes LLC

6763 E Gateway Drive Leonson Design LLC

2246 S Sanctuary Drive Intelligent Design, LLC

Each builder is represented by their respective real estate team. See all www.theranchalaska/listings

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New Year! New Kitchen!

Happy New Year!

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Kustom Kitchen & Design, Inc. 357-5880

5817 E. Updraft Rd. Palmer, AK • www.kustomkitchendesigninc.com

since 1953

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REALTORS

since 1953

JackWhite RealEstate

Are you looking for a new opportunity in 2022?

A full-service Brokerage offering the following value to you and more…

• Broker availability daily with on-call Broker for after-hours assistance • Weekly scheduled Sales Meetings, Education, Training and Risk Management Roundtable • Jack White Studios – Set up for all of your social media marketing needs • We’re Local, We’re Global with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World

Michele Snell Broker in Charge

(907) 229-1482

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Call for your no-pressure, Confidential Conversation!

Come work with us today!

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Michelle Crew Director of Relocation, ABR

(907) 521-6474

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS Regardless of the size of your home, it’s going to be large enough to fit every milestone, memory, and event you and your family create together.

We’re not just here to help you obtain a home loan—we’re here to help you build memories.

Give us a call today to get started!

Kirsten Forbess

Rebecca Scott

NMLS #203706

NMLS #1216459

Assistant Vice President Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8306

www.rebeccadscott.com

907-352-8302

www.kirstenforbess.com

Tammy Hull

Mandi Stone-Mercer

NMLS #203533

NMLS #1676665

Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator

Mortgage Loan Originator

907-352-8331

907-761-5223

www.tammyhull.com

www.mandistone.com

People you know. A name you trust.® License #AK157293 January 2022

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RE P R D U IC CE E D! !

L1 Willow Loop Rd. 7758 E Petersville Rd. Mile 8.6 Tok Cutoff Mi 15.3 Edgerton Hwy. Copper Center Trapper Creek Gakona Copper Center

Awesome house on 1.5 acres in Copper Center with easy access to the Richardson Highway. 1400 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with jacuzzi tub/shower, washer/ dryer, electric, propane, oil heat, large cook-friendly kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher, counter space, large front windows.

MLS# 21-9468 $230,000

Spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath house. Large deck, 2 car garage, covered parking, open living room, kitchen floor plan.

Large main bedroom, lots of closet space and storage, 34.5 acres. Gardens, greenhouses, raised beds. Hunting and fishing within 10 miles or out your back door!

MLS# 21-11997 $525,000

Beautiful house with private lot.

Spacious, with a huge screened front porch for entertaining or relaxing, 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, laundry room, large, user-friendly kitchen, living room with wood stove, dining area, Toyo stove, propane stove, electricity, septic, holding tank for water, big windows, large garage.

MLS# 21-10455 $276,000

Amazing views go with this 960 square foot cabin in Kenny Lake! 6 acres surrounded by mountains and fields. Spacious living/dining/kitchen on first level, large loft on 2nd level. Well insulated, 16’ pipe in ground for cold storage, propane cook stove, electricity, Toyo heat stove, wood stove, metal roof.

MLS# 21-9374 $165,000

Lori Leahy (907) 203-7608 lori.leahy2@gmail.com

Your Family Deserves The Best.

We’ll Help You Find It. We know that today’s home buyers have many needs to consider, including their families’ happiness and safety. This is where we come in––helping you find security and satisfaction.

Call a REALTOR® today, and expect the best.

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Your HVAC Service Provider

Heating Up the Mat-Su Valley SERVICING ALL MAJOR BRANDS

...and More!

Senior & Military Discounts

907-631-5216

Fax 907-631-5217 Licensed, Bonded and Insured

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PET RETREAT - WASILLA

Well established business for pets to have a staycation. Customers come as far as Girdwood to bring pets to this beautiful, well thought out Pet Retreat. Business includes facility, housing, pet spa, huge book of business, & so much more. I always wondered why my dogs get excited to go there. Now I know. If you love working with animals, this is the one!

$1,600,000

MLS# 21-14314

Thank you to all my clients for a wonderful 2021.

I look forward to My grandma is best Realtor working with you in 2022! Wishing everyone a the Happy New year! in the Valley!

HOME BUYER FACTS Your Realtor is Free.

Interest Rates are Low. Inventory is Down.

Don't Delay - Call Today.

Why Pay Rent?

My grandma is the best Realtor in the Valley!

Buy, Sell with Elise Ell 907-242-0442 Elise Ell Buchholz

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

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Jack White

Real Estate since 1953

Buy, Sell with Elise Ell 907-242-0442 Elise Ell Buchholz

Jack White

Jack White Real Estate Mat Su 865 N. Seward Meridian Pkwy., #200 Wasilla, AK 99654

Real Estate since 1953

AMAZING VIEWS - WASILLA

This Craftsman ranch style home made out of tongue and groove huge red wood logs, with carvings throughout, large front and back covered trex decking, Anaconda granite countertops, and lined stainless steel drawers, in kitchen and baths, huge walk in closets, large California closet with unique pull downs in main bedroom suite, river rock fireplace, large shop & amazing views of inlet & mountains.

$1,000,000 MLS# 21-12025

Mat-Su SERTOMA Plunge Fundraiser February 19, 2022 Noon • Finger Lake • Palmer Elks Lodge Online Registration opens January 1st, 2022 Individuals or Teams!

To sign up or become a sponsor visit our website

www.matsusertoma.com

Please join me in supporting this wonderful event. I am proud to be a part of this program. Elise Buchholz, President, Mat-Su Sertoma Club Founded in 1912, Sertoma is dedicated to SERvice to MAnkind January 2022

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National Association of Home Builders

Thinking about buying a home?

It’s your move.

Timing the market is a game you can’t win.

With today’s low interest rates, competitive prices and great selection of homes on the market, now is the time to buy.

There’s no reason to wait to make your move.

Learn more: www.nahb.org/timetobuy

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Every market’s different, call a REALTOR® today.

HouseLogic.com/buyandsell ©2010 National Association of REALTORS® .

Valley Board of REALTORS® Kenai Peninsula Association of REALTORS® 741E. Susitna Avenue, AK Soldotna,Wasilla, AK 907-376-5080 907-262-1851 www.kenaipeninsularealtors.org https://valleyboardofrealtors.org

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WASILLA

COPPER CENTER

MLS #21-17848 • $440,000

MLS #21-14996 • $190,000

Nicely kept home with nice sized, fenced backyard.

Plenty of garden space. Home has had some updates and can be sold partly furnished too.

Nice, central location in the valley. Just minutes from the Copper River, known for its red salmon.

Property features 2 extra storage sheds, a wood shed, and a nice oversized garage with toy room.

BIG LAKE

WASILLA

MLS #21-10305 • $300,000

MLS #21-10258 • $29,000

7.47 acres lakefront property on Big Lake.

0.97 acre lot in Wasilla.

Margaret Billinger

Realtor, CRS, ABR, GRI, E-Pro (907) 841-2188 maggiebillinger@yahoo.com January 2022

Jack White

Real Estate since 1953

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Protecting home ownership, now and for future generations.

The National Association of REALTORS® will always stand up for home ownership and strive to protect it. Because home ownership matters – to our families, our neighborhoods and our country. www.HouseLogic.com/homeownership ©2016 REALTORS® are members of the National Association of REALTORS® ® Board of REALTORS Valley Board ofValley REALTORS 741 E. Susitna Avenue, Wasilla, AK 907-376-5080 741E. Susitna Avenue, Wasilla, AK https://vbr.getlamps.net 907-376-5080 https://valleyboardofrealtors.org ®

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Featured listing offered by:

ELISE ELL BUCHHOLZ Jack White Real Estate Mat Su

(907) 242-0442 eliseb@jackwhite.com Elise Ell Buchholz REALTOR®

matsurealestateguide.com

Over 40,000 copies are being distributed by direct mail throughout the Valley!

(Wasilla, Palmer, Big Lake, Houston, Talkeetna, Willow, Trapper Creek and Sutton.)

The Mat-Su Real Estate Guide, exclusive to the Valley, with focus on REALTORS and BUILDERS, is a great advertising option for all supporting industries and associated businesses such as: Banks and Credit Unions, Lending Institutions, Mortgage Companies, Real Estate Appraisers, Home inspections, Contractors, Insurance companies, Architects, Designers, Remodeling companies, Roofing companies, Plumbing & Heating, Excavating, Drilling, Septic, Lawn and Landscaping, Snow removal, Land clearing, Tree services, Lighting companies, Security companies, Storage facilities, Internet, Cable and Satellite services For additional advertising details, or to reserve space, call 907-274-0611 Leslie Love • 907-398-4647 • leslie@greatlander.com

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National Association of Home Builders

Need More Space?

Whether you need more or less space to fit your family’s current needs, with today’s low interest rates, competitive prices and great selection of homes on the market, now is a great time to buy a home.

Learn more: www.nahb.org/timetobuy

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Get Spoiled by Spinell

WE KEEP YOU ON BUDGET, OUR TRANSPARENT PROCESS SIMPLIFIES THE BUILDING EXPERIENCE.

YOU CHOOSE THE FLOOR PLAN, CUSTOMIZED FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE AND NEEDS.

RELAX, YOU HAVE A 10-YEAR STRUCTURAL WARRANTY!

Hidden Ranch

Stephanie Gamble (907) 354-0277 Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

One of Palmer’s best neighborhoods, half-acre lots with city water and sewer. Find your lot, pick your floorplan, customize and build. Starting at $352,000.

Horizon Estates

Eagle Heights

Settlers Bay

Mountain views, a great central location and three-acre lots.

Choose a lot and a floorplan and start construction on your dream home. Starting at $380,000.

Bluff lots with gorgeous mountain and inlet views. Under construction, purchase now and choose your finishes! Starting at $352,500.

Live in one of Alaska’s only golf course communities on a half-acre lot with community water. Duplex lots available.

Starting at $318,000.

spinellhomes.com

(907)344-5678

Spinell Homes Inc, AK Contractor #220310, Res. #92 & 1572

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RE/MAX Frontier

Barickman & Associates 125 Evergreen, Ste 201 Palmer AK 99645

907.746.7890 rmfrontier.com

RE/MAX Frontier

ABR, GRI

Associate

Cory Stanley

Associate

New Construction Specialist

Associate

Jessica Frank Schyler Goers

Associate

ABR, MRP, RENE, VALC

Robert Debach

Jeremiah Millen Kevin Grein

Marnice Marshall

Marnice Marshall Jim White

Associate

Associate Broker

Morgan Phillips

Associate

Associate Broker Property & HOA Manager

Luis Nieves

Arianne Herglotz

Associate

Associate ABR, MRP

Rachel Winslow

Administrative Assistant

Jeremy Burke

ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI, ePRO

Associate Broker Commercial

Jason Elrod

Jeff Goyette

Broker/Owner/ Trainer

Emilie Cullison

Briana Coats

Traci Barickman

“Ask me about Real Estate”

Transaction Coordinator

Associate

Associate

Administrative Assistant

WE HAVE EVERY SPECIALTY COVERED:

Residential Buying & Selling • Commercial Leasing & Sales • Property & HOA Management 24

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