How long dose it stay dark? We don't want to be in the city but close 25 30 minutes to a city. That is what we travel now. I couldn't do 8 months 😪
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Corrine F Where I’m at, it stays dark (there’s about 4-5 hours of light) for a few months around January and then it rapidly gets lighter. Alaska is huge so the light situation in south central Alaska is different from the light in Fairbanks and farther north. Some people really exaggerate for dramatic purposes.
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Corrine F It sounds like Eagle River/Chugiak would be a good option for y’all. How much land would be preferable for y’all?
@JP-ic6fi
3 жыл бұрын
What are gas prices like?
@rebeccapierce9377
3 жыл бұрын
Class A truck driver's, how much do they make in the area? I am thinking of moving there permanently but am nervous of trying to do this on my own.
@raypenamora5419
4 жыл бұрын
My dad came up here in ~1978 from the Philippines with a bag of clothes and $4000 now here we are in 2020 he has a, good job, a 4 bedroom house,and a loving family, I am very proud of what my dad has accomplished.
@kaleblee5386
3 жыл бұрын
FF8 you sound like your fun at a party
@paperjoker9391
3 жыл бұрын
FF8 i bet your fun at parties
@thierryfucus8697
3 жыл бұрын
how many filipinos
@europeangorilla1143
3 жыл бұрын
How can you legally move as a foreigner? I'm curious, I'm italian, i live in Italy, always wanted to move to US but there are no working visas for someone without any particular degree, Yet I keep hearing stories of ppl moving to us with a couple thousand dollars and a bag of clothes
@Tatusiek_1
3 жыл бұрын
@@europeangorilla1143 i hope u make it
@RetrieverTrainingAlone
3 жыл бұрын
I live in interior Alaska....no state income tax, no state sales tax, moderate property tax, at age 65 first $150,000 of property is not taxed. Every member of the family gets an annual Permanent Fund Dividend check ($992 per check last year, some years ~$2000). Our food and fuel costs are low because we garden/hunt/fish and burn firewood in wood stove..
@nunupon1359
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a very interesting and intriguing lifestyle
@myrandadevinney9587
2 жыл бұрын
I wanna move to Alaska but I'd need a job already set up I guess. I wish I had friends up there who owned a business and could employ me. I'd move my whole family there
@drakewalker9170
2 жыл бұрын
Can u help me get a job there 😅
@abidnaqvi8485
2 жыл бұрын
Let's trade lives. Thanks.
@Jeanette.Hall71
2 жыл бұрын
I lived in Vegas. So this sounds like heaven
@destry1858
2 жыл бұрын
To the rest of us in Alaska, Anchorage is like mini Detroit. I live outside of Fairbanks. I make 100k annually and own my home and land. The only bills I have is phone and power. Even with today's inflation doubled and our paychecks still the same, still doing fine.
@slee7991
2 жыл бұрын
Is fairbanks nice? I've been trying to convince my husband to transfer there (he's a federal employee) so it would be to wainwright. What outskirts are good to look into? If I may be so blunt were not taking a jab so we may get fired. We've been looking at states in which will support our individual freedoms and if so he would have to go to a city job. When he called the lady in fairbanks she said they have a 100% compliance rate which doesn't leave us much confidence standing alone in that fight. He called anchorage as well and the HR dept for the city told him basically to not move there or Alaska in general bc of crime, politics and that the winters are terrible she's been there for 20 years and said she and her husband are looking to move. If you have any thoughts on that.. Also how were you able to pay off your home/land? Were into homesteading but I fear winters might be too harsh to have say a dairy cow in those parts. Sorry I probably over spoke. Just trying to seek encouragement-we already moved from Washington state to Tennessee and I'm having a challenging time not being somewhere I find "beautiful" I miss WA State but not the politics.
@MarvelousWesty
3 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t afford it. I left after 8 years. Housing, high cost of fuel after Great Recession and spending nearly every dollar I earned exploring left me broke. Always will vacation but could never live there again unless I hit the lotto
@RetrieverTrainingAlone
Жыл бұрын
No state income tax, no local or state sales tax, in some areas (Delta Junction, Nenana) no property taxes. A permanent fund dividend check for every member of the family. By hunting/fishing/gardening low food costs.
@christinecortese9973
2 жыл бұрын
Wish I’d moved up there years ago. I’m alone now, and probably all the things I wanted to do - hunt & fish for my food, haul & cut firewood - are beyond me as a widow. But I can still stay open to possibilities.
@aidangrazulis5686
Жыл бұрын
Yes
@mattl1758
3 жыл бұрын
Talking about the dividends. My sister and I visited a few yrs ago just before the dividends were sent out. The breakfast/lunch restaurants were absolutely dead. I asked the servers what was going on and she said it was the worst time of year for eating out. “In a couple weeks we will be busy as hell”. That blew my mind. Loved it there! The one place where pictures do it no justification whatsoever. Great channel. Subscribed
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
haha! That's so true. Thanks for subscribing!
@Spiker2244
2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad I found this channel... I'm currently trying to plan moving to Alaska post military... Want to try and find some land that I could get a house built on, of course, that's 20 years away but I am thinking to buy the land first and build closer to when I'd finally move once I retire from the air force, but still want to learn as much as I can about the anchorage area
@frankparrish5657
2 жыл бұрын
I would go anywhere except Anchorage or Juneau. After 2 winters and 2 summers in Fairbanks I decided I like sunshine. It was a fantastic experience even at 45 below. Smoked salmon, moose and caribou all taste great. You should defiantly do it. If you go, make yourself some fur mittens. No joke they are worth there weight in gold. Buy your land first and get a good toyo heater.
@bryceandnicole2827
4 жыл бұрын
Great info! We went to Alaska a few summers ago and it was beautiful!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Glad yall enjoyed it! I still catch myself really having to take a minute to take it all in.
@wntrnhvn
3 жыл бұрын
Plan on moving within the next 5-10 years. May buy some land and what not
@maryolinin125
3 жыл бұрын
Winter lasts almost eight months. You have to clean snow every two hours during winter My daughter lived there for three years and I visited Anchorage in July
@johnd942
2 жыл бұрын
At least your daughter gave it a go!
@RetrieverTrainingAlone
Жыл бұрын
Winter (snow on the ground) is typically late October to mid April.
@Anonymous-wb3nz
3 ай бұрын
No, it's 6 months..stop exaggerating.
@oakleave
3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to school at MSU to become a Nurse. I'm a veteran with a first time VA home loan and I'm considering where I would go if I ever decided to leave this place. Alaska looks like a sportsman's paradise, but I have no clue what it would take to get established out there, there seems to be a lot of logistical challenges.
@RetrieverTrainingAlone
Жыл бұрын
Because there are few roads, for the best hunting and fishing charter a bush flight or buy a boat.
@donc9275
3 жыл бұрын
I've looked at quite a few multifamily properties and was surprised to see that heat was included for the apartments. Is it the landlords responsibility to pay for heat? What is the most common form of heating for an apartment building, electric, gas, oil, steam from a boiler (what fuel does a boilers use if they are used for heat)?
@stevestoecker2371
Жыл бұрын
Loved the video....loved your honesty. I know this was posted years ago, but never-the-less helpful guide of things to consider about moving or living in Alaska.
@ohhFortune
2 жыл бұрын
I thought he was gonna say milk is about $8-9 lol under $4? Mann i wish. Im from maryland where a gallon of milk is officially $6.78
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
Yikes! That's pretty steep.
@shelbyindianajones3226
3 жыл бұрын
i do electric distribution power work, have worked in oil/gas, so i think i can find a job easily but i know i am going to want a small, even dumpy as long as its warm cabin in the woods... away from people! my guy is a heavy equipment operator and a welder.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
There are going to be plenty of good options in the MatSu Valley. Let me know when yall have questions!
@TrevorJonescreator
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting info Jamin! Thanks!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thank you for watching.
@brownsamurai3070
3 жыл бұрын
Planning my retirement now (still have 13+ years to go though) and I'm now leaning strongly towards being an expat. As nice as my paycheck is, it's just average, lol? My pension would only be a fraction of what I'm making, so I can't retire in Alaska or even here in California. But Ecuador...it's looking pretty good my friend.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
At least get up here for visits! :)
@sbw89
2 жыл бұрын
Damn dude, excellent info! I'm moving there within a year. I'm a paramedic so hopefully there are an abundance of those kind of jobs there... thanks
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I can't imagine you'll have problems. There are a lot of jobs right now.
@everydayeverydayjane2997
Жыл бұрын
Wow friend you’re so informative. You give all the ideas without charging. And you do your due diligence. I can see if my people would flock to you and become your client. Thank you again.
@travismcclellan3413
3 жыл бұрын
Alaska is sounding better and better, the cost of living in Southern Oregon is on average the same or more than Alaska. Interesting right?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
For sure! AK is getting closer and closer to average and is much more affordable than most people give it credit.
@firefighterlady
4 жыл бұрын
I am starting to think alaska is cheaper the new york state or about the same. Power is around 100 plus in winter... milk is around 3-4 bucks a gallon. Renting a place is a huge hit or miss. 300-1,000 really depends on who and where.
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Corrine F Alaska is going to be pretty close to NY on the expenses. Check out the calculator at smartasset.com/mortgage/cost-of-living-calculator. It’s the most reflective of reality from what I’ve found.
@michaelargenta3856
3 жыл бұрын
shhhhh..... Dont AOC and them that....
@ginadelsasso288
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor if you are going to pay insane prices to live somewhere in this country..... At least Alaska is much prettier than New York.
@aquariusfriar
Жыл бұрын
I'm an artist. I like the cold. I am looking to just get out of Texas for personal reasons. Alaska has been on my radar for some time.
@Anonymous-wb3nz
3 ай бұрын
I live in Alaska during the Summer and Texas during the Fall and Winter. Texas weather during those seasons is amazing.
@vibezmissi
2 жыл бұрын
Seriously thinking about moving to Alaska
@marrlaenglish9679
2 жыл бұрын
Do you a video on healthcare for seniors? How would you rank hospitals, specifically Orthopedic Surgeons?Thx in advance.
@rosehauer3785
3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are incredibly helpful. Living up there sounds like a dream.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Let me know what topics you'd like to see covered and I'd be happy to accommodate if possible :)
@nl4729
2 жыл бұрын
I decided to stay in Anchorage this winter, looking for a studio, or one bedroom apt., haven't seen anything below $1100 for a single!
@lindah6954
3 жыл бұрын
OK I have not watched the video yet. After studying Alaska years ago. Depending on where in Alaska do you want to live? Living in a city is like most cities. Food prices will be higher because most items have to be train, truck or flown in. Live off the land you say? Your in for a world of hard work.
@cedricnas6911
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sir. I am a Filipino. I am here in the Philippines with my wife and 1 son. We wanted to live outside the Philippines for good(especially in Canada or in Alaska). Is migrating to visa difficult? And what should we do?
@girlswithdacurls
4 жыл бұрын
Such amazing content!! Love your videos - subscribed!!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@albertansah1373
2 жыл бұрын
I love ❤️ Alaska because of the beautiful 😍 scenery and peaceful purposes like 👍 few people live in the state.
@troyjones1826
3 жыл бұрын
I visited Alaska this year and noticed right away that there is no annual vehicle safety inspection but I was amazed at how many vehicles had severe damage. Why are the sides of so many vehicles caved in?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
From my experience, it's because it's a transitory state and so at any time you'll always have a large portion of the drivers who have never driven on ice before on the road. So, that really makes a difference 🙂
@emilyeast6924
3 жыл бұрын
It is because of the difficulty of winter driving, black ice, and the fact that outside of the cities, the highways you will need to travel on (there aren't a lot of side roads) are only one lane each direction, very curvy, and have no street lights. So your only light is your headlights or the glare from oncoming cars. And it's common to go around a bend only to find a moose crossing or standing in front of you - with no way to stop or miss it.
@RetrieverTrainingAlone
Жыл бұрын
We also have a permanent registration for vehicles older than 8 years old.
@shannonr94sr
4 жыл бұрын
Thinking about making this my move post-Grad as a new teacher. I know there are incentives from school districts. I have a four year old and I would love to give him a unique childhood experience. I’m from central Illinois and from what I can tell, cost of living here is comparable to where I am now.
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
That would be an awesome childhood! I have great memories of living up here when I was growing up. What district are you looking at and what's your subject/grade? I taught myself for a while 🤓
@hospitalifter
2 жыл бұрын
I'd be the dude walking through the forest and on the mountains, however I'm poor af
@keepupwithliv
4 жыл бұрын
This was so interesting!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@michaelargenta3856
3 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to bulk up too ...
@markcollins2704
3 жыл бұрын
As somebody who works a forty hour retail job is it even in the realm of possibility to transfer to a Target up there and survive until I can get a fishing job or anything else that pay better?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
YES it is possible. There's a real labor shortage up here with so many people deciding they don't want to work. Seriously, if you want to work and you're in retail, you have a lot of opportunities up here.
@chefsinatra
2 жыл бұрын
I been thinking the same but just hesitant
@ErickSchmidt-ej6rb
3 күн бұрын
Id like you to do a updated video on this
@nicholasgeorgescu4148
3 жыл бұрын
If I were wanting to join the Alaska State Troopers, how would moving there work ? Would I be able to make a good living?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
As a State Trooper? You would make a pretty good living. The challenge with that job is that you would spend a lot of time in more remote areas because AK is a big state. If that's your cup of tea, then it's great but for others it can be a little rough.
@mushroomking8304
Жыл бұрын
I think that housing one has changed quite a bit since this video came out.
@alaska_realtor
Жыл бұрын
I would also say that is the case lol
@timhealy7335
3 жыл бұрын
I know you posted this a while ago but I'm hoping your still watching the comments. I'm a retired Vet, on a pension of around 3k a month. Would that be enough? Its just me and my dog. Ive seen 1 bedrooms for under 1000 in Anchorage. Any help would be cool! Thank you!
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim! You can certainty make that work, but it all comes down to where you're willing to live. Check out what's available online and compare it to the APD crime map. That will give you a good sense for the area.
@michaelbeasley4923
16 күн бұрын
Your food cost seems really low. Are you supplementing your groceries with hunting and fishing?
@alaska_realtor
16 күн бұрын
@@michaelbeasley4923 A bit but also keep in mind this video was published 4 years ago
@Fionaharrold
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting, I love the content,. Thank you for sharing, you got a sub here!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Fiona Harrold Thank you!
@fatguygetsmad6954
Жыл бұрын
I want to start a life there
@stanpersful4723
2 жыл бұрын
I live in Ogden, UT and watched a shopping video on here at Fred Meyers. Went to the local Smiths grocery (both Kroger stores) and groceries here are considerably higher. Rent here is higher, and house prices are WELL above Anchorage. Will be there if all goes well in late September. :-)
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Look me up when you're here.
@stanpersful4723
2 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor I plan on it. Can't wait!
@alinaeem27
3 жыл бұрын
Great information! Thank you
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Anytime!
@lanenagg
3 жыл бұрын
Hi , so I've been looking to move out of CT. Alaska actually cought my eye , where is the most affordable cities in Alaska. I'm also single and planning to move down with my fur babies but wanna make sure I'm making the right move.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Hilda! Great question. The most affordable area to live in is going to be the MatSu Valley, while working in Anchorage. What about AK appeals to you?
@SarahWilk100
3 жыл бұрын
I come from CT!
@javiuno2610
3 жыл бұрын
Im looking into living in Wasilla after my Service ends in the army. Currently in Fairbanks
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Man, after Fairbanks Wasilla is going to feel really easy lol when are you retiring?
@javiuno2610
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor in 3 years at most.
@mountainhobo
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting topic, but the background music competing with your narration is tiresome.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I decided to step away from background music. It's too easy to not do it right and it's usually just distracting without adding anything.
@albertansah1373
2 жыл бұрын
Alaska is so big and only few people live in this big second to Texas state.???I live there for five years and couldn’t find housing.
@luitoro8995
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video very informative.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Don't forget to subscribe for more real estate updates.
@susanwillet6017
Жыл бұрын
We left Seward last month after 12 years. City council there does not care about the residents, only the tourist industry. Families are leaving there. Too many tourists in the summer, dead in the winter. Do not count on the PFD. It is not enuf. The snowbirds work the system and get away with it. Is is beautiful, but that won’t feed you.
@alaska_realtor
Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry to hear that Susan. Would you be willing to chat about Seward sometime? I've heard so many conflicting stories about it and I want to make sure my perspective of the issues in each town are accurate.
@mindthegap666
3 жыл бұрын
Great videos, glad I found you! I'm curious on finding rentals that are ok with two med size dogs in the Anchorage area. Also quality boarding if work needs me out of town. Thanks again!
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Lots of rentals up here are pretty flexible about pets. Anchorage, in general, is a pretty dog friendly town. You'll find a lot more single homes than apartments etc that are OK with dogs.
@dorene5313
2 жыл бұрын
I live on fixed income I believe I could make it in Homer or Ketchikan in a rental what do you think Dorene
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
Without knowing your income, I couldn't really say one way or the other
@dorene5313
2 жыл бұрын
I believe I could too as long as the rent is reasonable
@dorene5313
2 жыл бұрын
ISO 1 or 2 bedroom(for guest/family) fully furnished. 700-800 a month with hopefully some utility included.
@dorene5313
2 жыл бұрын
Ketchikan has apartment for rent, i have seen them on realtor sites. Even on Creek st(my fav place).I don't want to be completely excluded from people, I'm easy going and love ppl. Ketchikan is my 1 dream to live.
@maggiemathe8293
2 жыл бұрын
Me and my soon-to-be husband really want to move to Alaska (we live in Arkansas now). I’m in the HR field, and my fiancé is in machining: are there many opportunities there for these fields? We’d love to live more out of town; are these properties more or less affordable than living in a city such as Anchorage?
@albertansah1373
2 жыл бұрын
Alaska is very good 👍 but very expensive and national security system of everything exported from lower 48 states to keep the northern country alive.???The state pays you yo live there but the price is very expensive period.
@joshmakin2383
3 жыл бұрын
I'm looking to move off grid in Alaska is land affordable near egle Alaska? Great video man
@nottodaynsa4782
2 жыл бұрын
Not Cheap, but there's places close by
@nottodaynsa4782
2 жыл бұрын
Eagle river is not off grid lol
@MrAscroggin
2 жыл бұрын
My wife is a LPN. I’m a Security Supervisor newly as of December. I’ve been in law enforcement since 2002. We have a 10yr old n 5 yr old. I have no idea if we can afford it. My wife and I came up there in 2009 n fell in love with Homer area and Seward.
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
At your current income where you live now, not likely. But at the income you would be making up here, I believe it's very likely that you can. It all comes down to your lifestyle though.
@MrAscroggin
2 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor I'm not sure how we would find out with the income up there. We just like fishing, hunting and being outdoors. Not material family, just want a small house 1500sq ft or less.
@understanding_theBible
3 жыл бұрын
How much would it cost to live off grid essentially? Can you find cheap rural land?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
You can, but you would have to really define what you're looking for and what part of the state you're looking at. When you say off grid, do you mean you just want some privacy or that you have to get there via plane only?
@understanding_theBible
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor Via plane only would be ok. But privacy is fine too.. I have been looking around at properties and i see i can get land for about 20k for 15 acres. But what would be the cost to move there. To get everything set up. I would build my own cabin.
@carguy03
3 жыл бұрын
Me and my wife were looking to move up there near Fairbanks or Anchorage area she works in Pharmacy and I work in retail we have a plan to be theretwo to three years it's such a beautiful place
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome man! Have yall visited up here before?
@carguy03
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor i havent.. she has
@alexlandsberger1423
2 жыл бұрын
$250 a month is pretty reasonable honestly
@syedshariquebabar3193
4 жыл бұрын
Nice and worthy video.I am planning to migrate to Alaska from middle East. I know that is future.It touches arctic ocean which has crude oil,so one easily guess wealth is there,second most essential is fresh water source Alaska has 12000 rivers.So major items it fulfills energy and water source.Only thing which worried me their heath care system.If you have any info about it please reply.
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
I know our healthcare is going to be more expensive than other places, but if there are any major medical issues (think brain surgery) you can always fly to Seattle within a few hours. It's been my experience that you would never have to leave the state though. Does that answer your question?
@TheHookedPear
3 жыл бұрын
I’m an electrician looking to move away from my little country town in North Carolina and Alaska has always been on my list. Thinking of making 2021 my year for change how is the with market for people in the trades in Alaska
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome man! Every contractor I've talked to is slammed right now. Keep in mind, that might not apply to EVERYONE, but that has been my anecdotal experience. Do you want me to put you in contact with a local electrician who might be able to give more information?
@jamesclendenen9000
3 жыл бұрын
I'm on the trades here good electricians are gold
@TheHookedPear
3 жыл бұрын
If either of you could point me towards an electrician in the Fairbanks area. I’m looking to move in mid January and I’m trying to get work set up before I get there. I’d be a valuable asset to any company especially industrial/commercial work but also in residential. My plan is to get my license when I get there I currently have the hours to get a masters license jest haven’t been able to take the test due to time
@TheHookedPear
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor yes if you could point me towards a company in the Fairbanks area I am looking to move in mid January and am trying to get with set up
@TheHookedPear
3 жыл бұрын
@@jamesclendenen9000 you know of anyone needing good help in the Fairbanks area?
@philonufriychuk4330
3 жыл бұрын
what jobs hire the most? what industry?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Good question! Check out a video on have on the channel about jobs up here in Alaska where I discuss what industries are hiring the most right now.
@binzsta86
3 жыл бұрын
Exotic dancer.
@americasfavoritehoarder
3 жыл бұрын
I subscribed. Im really thinking about moving.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
That's exciting! Do you have any questions?
@genericalaskanexplorer4470
2 жыл бұрын
So when I lived in Juneau I was making about $7 more an hour Then the people that we're working for the same Company in Anchorage. Also if you're gonna live up here get a good camera I really didn't get into photography Until after I moved out of Juneau and moved To the interior . Even if you just post Your photos on Facebook like I do it's a fun hobby up here.
@glennslongwhite7849
2 жыл бұрын
Can someone retired on a 1700 a month make it there
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
I'm sure there are ways, but it would be TOUGH to make that work. You'd probably have to get a roommate and even then it would be tight.
@580460119
Жыл бұрын
My family and I are moving to Alaska in mayish time frame are we eligible for the dividend next year ?
@emartin8907
3 жыл бұрын
very informative, well done, thank you!
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! Don't forget to subscribe to my channel to stay up to date with Alaskan living and real estate!
@cole9822
3 жыл бұрын
Is it true that fruits and vegetables can be very expensive? I have heard a bag of grapes can go for around $10. This fact alone scares me away!
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
It is most expensive, but the average salary is also higher. I spend about $200 a month on groceries as a single guy who eats a lot of healthy stuff.
@cole9822
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor oh thats not bad at all, thanks! Also I dont know if I will be able to find job up there, I am a computer engineering student and have searched for those kind of jobs there but cannot find any online.
@iversonjcameron
2 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor go to medillin colombia to party like a lot of civilian military contractors i meet when im down there....the medical cant be beat if your older.....the "fun" is beyond words.....youtube it
@rigoramortis6561
4 жыл бұрын
Let’s talk moving to bigger places (more populated) like Anchorage, Fairbanks, vs smaller towns. If someone moves from lower 48 to Alaska which is best? Start in a more populated place and move more rural later or?
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Rigora Mortis That is typically my recommendation to start with something in Anchorage or the MatSu valley and then after you’re comfortable with the winters, decide if you’re ready to take a plunge into the interior like Fairbanks or something on the Kenai Peninsula. Fairbanks is bigger than most towns, but their climate is also MUCH more extreme than south central Alaska’s. I’ve seen people jump into the interior right off the bat and they didn’t really like it because the extreme climate wasn’t something they eased into. Does that make sense?
@haleeeaton2828
4 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to move to Alaska with about 6000$ with small amout of luggage one way. Me and my gf are moving there to live in a cabin off grid and I'm just trying to find the cheaper best way to get there and where to live.
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Got it, is the $6000 before or after you've moved up here? Do yall already have jobs lined up?
@HooLeeYo
4 жыл бұрын
I currently live in Hawai'i but have had my eye on Alaska for some time. My current field of employment is Property Management. Would Alaska be a good choice to live under this field?
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
Jay C of course. The biggest show in town is Weidner. My brother works there and could give a lot more insight. If you’d like, I can see if he would be willing to answer your questions? The rental market is pretty strong in Anchorage.
@HooLeeYo
4 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor That sounds great, thank you!
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
@@HooLeeYo Perfect! Text me at 907-229-1792 or message me on my Facebook Page (Jamin Goecker - Realtor) and I'll connect yall. facebook.com/GoJaminRealEstate/
@HooLeeYo
4 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor Will do, I will text you shortly! Mahalo! Right now, I am simply doing alot of googling for info. So far, Anchorage is exactly what I'm looking for!
@elijahhughes6455
3 жыл бұрын
Teachers and dentist make some good money in Alaska
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, they do indeed!
@captaincornhole7317
3 жыл бұрын
God bless America! I am hoping to expat from Canada to Alaska and live in the land of the free and home of the brave!
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Come on over, and contact me when you do!🏠 don't forget to subscribe for more Alaskan market updates😊
@matthewmontoro1028
Жыл бұрын
Can a single guy survive and maybe one day own a decent house up there on a teacher's salary?
@alaska_realtor
Жыл бұрын
If you're on a budget, yes that shouldn't be outside the realm of possibilities at all.
@onedawg08
Жыл бұрын
I would love to move up to alaska and i can get there but wont have enough to buy a home is it possible to do that
@sherriewilsey8613
2 жыл бұрын
I live in Wasilla, AK, have been here for 5yrs. Alaska is truly the last frontier, the mountains are hauntingly beautiful in the winter, not to mention man's wonderland for fishing and hunting. However each year it gets more expensive. The housing market is ridiculously outrageous, to rent and to own. You must realize everything must be shipped up here, which increases prices. The winters are long and dark. The education system up here sucks. Teen suicide is 3rd in the nation. This is not where I would want to raise a family. If you do your research you'll find this is not the place to retire either, unless you have tons of money. Most definitely take the opportunity to visit Alaska, it's beyond AMAZING! Consider carefully though before moving up here.
@ealmeyda11
2 жыл бұрын
How is the law enforcement in AK?
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
How are they in what way?
@brucebrown5464
2 жыл бұрын
What does a truck driver make up there
@karet197
3 жыл бұрын
Also could you live in Anchorage without a car? How is the public transportation there?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Technically you could, but it wouldn't be as fun because the state is huge and a lot of the fun things to do will require a vehicle. I'm assuming you're looking at Anchorage?
@xXUGKsCopEzzXx
2 жыл бұрын
Is it more expensive to live in Fairbanks than anchorage? Or are they similar?
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to publish a video that addresses this in a few weeks, but Fairbanks is more expensive because their cost utilities is about 40% higher than the average.
@jasonneisinger7674
2 жыл бұрын
I would like to find some place out in the bush
@victorialorusso2489
4 жыл бұрын
Hello, I considering moving to anchorage for flight school. Currently I am in Oklahoma and it's 4,000miles away. I would also be moving in winter. I have a Chevy Spark and it's a tiny little thing. I drove it in Boston for three winters and it was alright but I'm guessing it wouldn't be sufficient in AK?
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
You know, I actually drive a Honda Civic hybrid in the winter, and I do just fine in Anchorage. There might be some roads you have to be more aware of, but you don't necessarily NEED a huge vehicle.
@jonnybyrne989
3 жыл бұрын
Ha no way, I live in Oklahoma city, an was thinking about living in Anchorage....
@davidtaylor328
3 жыл бұрын
I doubt it , but I hope so !!!
@troywilson3679
3 жыл бұрын
How would an Australian family move to Alaska, regarding green card or what ever you call it over there?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
You know, I can't say for sure. I may bring my transaction coordinator on to talk about it, as she is originally from Germany and went through that process.
@bellican48
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to live there it's beautiful
@chrismichon7001
3 жыл бұрын
What if you work in the fish processing industry? I'm moving to Sitka
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
You know, I can't answer specifically about Sitka but check out the data in the description section and that will give you some guidance. Also, check out a podcast episode on "Alaska Journey" in which I talk with a skipper about the commercial fishing industry. You will probably glean some good info from that!
@persephonelus7426
4 жыл бұрын
from someone wanting to move to alaska, how would you recommend someone going about looking for a house or an apartment? looking online to just going in person???? is finding work easy? how are the universities out there?
@alaska_realtor
4 жыл бұрын
That really depends at what stage of the process you are at and how long you plan on living up here. Have you visited before? Work really depends on your industry right now. If you're in hospitality, it can be tough just because our tourism is taking a hit this year from covid. What jobs would you be searching for? I'd be happy to talk it over in a lot more detail. 907-229-1792. Give me a call and let's chat a bit!
@LA-se3qq
3 жыл бұрын
Craigslist
@LA-se3qq
3 жыл бұрын
@@alaska_realtor your spot on. Oh. Alert seasonal employment people, have a 2nd back up. My ex husband, auto body, didn't know. Crashes/shops, fall, mostly winter, than slush months. After that. Better have nuts saved or "that in between gig". He didn't. I was Fred Meyer's in Palmer. We lasted 08 to 10. Your correct. You must be local there. ☺
@Anonymous-wb3nz
3 ай бұрын
@@LA-se3qq*you're
@DLHJRecordBeats
3 жыл бұрын
My beautiful home state ❤
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
The best!
@taylorkesner2812
2 жыл бұрын
Hi are there many manufacturing / assembly jobs . Or do you know of which areas would be good for those kind of jobs
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
There aren't a whole lot of jobs like that in AK. But there are some canning jobs available during the summer.
@connorrousseau9972
2 жыл бұрын
so my husband is wanting to move to anchorage in next two years. he works will ali security company, i know u guys have it there and i know pay is 16 an hour. i dont work. would we be stable and not end up homless?
@PuppetMaster-Blade
3 жыл бұрын
So Alaska is cheap 😅. I live in Cali and i spend roughly 250$ a week on groceries, gas here is almost 5$, and housing is 1mil for a 1 bed house and for rent its about 2k for a small studio 🤣😂. Alaska is super cheap in comparison 😅
@hazelraines9468
2 жыл бұрын
How much is one acer of absolutely raw land in Alaska? By the ocean preferably 😌
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
What area? If you go super remote, probably not much. If you find oceanfront in an established area, it can be an arm and a leg.
@JonathanJones33
2 жыл бұрын
What is the commute from Palmer/Wasilla area to Anchorage like? About how long of a commute is it? How is the highway during winter months if I were to commute to Anchorage for work? Would you say 4x4 is necessary or is my front wheel drive Cherokee sufficient? Are there homes for sale under $200,000 in the Palmer/Wasilla area or surrounding areas? I would probably be applying for a USDA home loan for first time buyer with zero down. Any info would be appreciated, thank you so much!!
@kalebjohnson6090
2 жыл бұрын
Would someone making 3250 a month be able to live in Fairbanks?
@CommonTerryComedy
3 жыл бұрын
My dream spot. But I’d wanna be up there with $$ in the bank. Like an early retirement spot.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
A lot of people buy a summer home in Alaska, and spend the cold winters out of state. Let me know when you're ready to look for your dream home in Alaska 😊 don't forget to subscribe!
@kristinadamic2942
3 жыл бұрын
I’m interested in moving there with my husband and 4 children. What do you suggest we do to get started? The Process?
@ArcticSeabee
3 жыл бұрын
Anchorage is pretty hectic. I have a wife and 2 kids, and we got by pretty well up until COVID hit. Right now I'd say the best places to raise a family would be either the Palmer/Wasilla area (cheaper with plenty of jobs) or the Kenai peninsula, which is also cheaper and much safer than Anchorage. Craigslist or realtor.com will give you a solid indication of the cost of housing uo here.
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Mark is certainly on the right track. I would add that it's important to really define why AK is appealing to you and your family and let that guide you. Finding a job is important, and then figuring out your basic budget, etc. Here's a video I made about this exact topic. kzitem.info/news/bejne/p5h5z3aPpKiHbJg
@solavirum238
2 жыл бұрын
Too bad im from europe n im broke thx to covid... any other i would move there notime...
@alaska_realtor
2 жыл бұрын
Well the good news is we'll be right here when that changes. :)
@astronomikalac
3 жыл бұрын
How much would it cost to build a home in Alaska?
@alaska_realtor
3 жыл бұрын
Depends on a lot of factors. Where do you plan on building and how big?
@dirtynewyorker4542
2 жыл бұрын
10 bucks for a gallon a milk? Are they insane or what
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