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December Residential Absorption Report for Wasilla and Palmer Real Estate Markets

January 1, 2010 Residential Market


 





























































































































































































Price Range


Active


Sold


Months


150-175


33


123


3.2


175-185


21


55


4.6


185-195


14


57


2.9


195-205


24


73


3.9


205-215


17


63


3.2


215-225


25


65


4.6


225-235


18


43


5


235-245


24


45


6.4


245-255


18


41


5.3


255-265


12


33


4.4


265-275


14


25


6.7


275-285


15


27


6.7


285-295


12


22


6.5


295-305


15


22


8.2


305-315


8


10


9.6


315-325


10


16


7.5


325-335


14


7


24


335-345


3


7


5.1


345-355


7


5


16.8


355-365


8


6


16


365-375


10


7


17.1


375-385


5


10


6


385-395


5


6


10


395-405


6


9


9


405-415


1


4


3


415-425


8


4


24


425-435


2


2


12


435-445


0


2


0


445-475


7


6


14


475-500


8


7


13.7


500-550


8


4


24


550-600


5


4


15


600-700


7


3


28


700-800


1


2


6


800-900


2


0


0


900- up


5


0


0


 

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Learn More about the Extended Tax Credit

The extended tax credit is just one reason to become a homeowner in Mat-Su Valley AK.  If you are confused as to what qualifies you for the home buyer tax credit, take a look at the list below for general information you should know about it: The tax credit is for new buyers (i.e. first … Continue reading Learn More about the Extended Tax Credit

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Relocate to Wasilla AK without the Clutter: Tips on holding a Garage Sale

Relocating to Wasilla AK can be made easier by getting rid of items you will no longer need that you accumulated in your old home.  Here are some tips on how to hold an effective Garage Sale. Take an inventory and plan a specific date to hold the sale.  In preparation to have your sale … Continue reading Relocate to Wasilla AK without the Clutter: Tips on holding a Garage Sale

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Trying to Sell Your Wasilla AK Home? Helpful Things to Prioritize

If you are trying to sell a Wasilla AK home in today’s market there are a few things to keep in mind that will help your home stand apart from the pack.  Prioritize and analyze what will fit in your budget and take the steps necessary to make your home show well and appeal to … Continue reading Trying to Sell Your Wasilla AK Home? Helpful Things to Prioritize

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What Exactly is an REO Property?

What is REO property?  REO (real estate owned) is property which has been taken back  by the lender.  REO properties typically sell for less than comparable real estate listings as the lender usually wants to recoup the value of the loan which is traditionally less than the value of the property.  The differences between REO … Continue reading What Exactly is an REO Property?

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Is Refinancing A Wasilla AK Mortgage The Right Thing For You?

Since Wasilla AK mortgage rates have decreased and have been hitting record lows lately, many people are considering refinancing their mortgages. As a local Wasilla homeowner, this can be a very beneficial thing to do. Especially, if you have all of the proper information.   For starters, you should always read through your current Wasilla mortgage to find … Continue reading Is Refinancing A Wasilla AK Mortgage The Right Thing For You?

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If You Are Buying Wasilla AK Now, Know These Ins-And-Outs To Get The Most For Your Money

If you are in the enviable position right now of looking to buy a Wasilla AK home, enjoy the current market: a buyer’s market!! Many folks that have to sell their homes right now AND are happy to start a dialogue with a potential buyer, so arm yourself with any and all information to get the best deal … Continue reading If You Are Buying Wasilla AK Now, Know These Ins-And-Outs To Get The Most For Your Money

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Ways To Make Sure Identity Theft Never Happens To You

Statistics show that around 5% of reported identity theft case victims are children. The reason your child is a target is because the crime will very likely go undetected for years. Most do not realize it until they are in college and apply for their first credit card, and find then that they have been victimized. Take heart, there … Continue reading Ways To Make Sure Identity Theft Never Happens To You

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Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Wasilla AK Vacation Home

If you have fallen into the category of a Wasilla AK second-home owner who has financial concerns and / or trouble selling it, there are things you can do to try and save money.   Wait for rates to come down again and re-finance the loan. Hold off on any planned home improvements. Rent the property. … Continue reading Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Wasilla AK Vacation Home

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Having Trouble Selling Your House in Wasilla & Palmer, You May Be Interested To See What Other Sellers Are Doing To Sell Their Homes More Quickly

Frustrated homesellers have begun looking into more and more creative ways to sell their homes. Long gone are the days of simply baking a pie during a showing for the enticing aroma or setting out beautiful bouquets of fresh flowers to interest a buyer. Here’s what some are actually doing to sell their homes more quickly: Throwing an … Continue reading Having Trouble Selling Your House in Wasilla & Palmer, You May Be Interested To See What Other Sellers Are Doing To Sell Their Homes More Quickly

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