Where Do I Learn More About Real Estate In: Alaska
Alaska Real Estate Commission 550 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 1500 Anchorage, AK 995013567 Phone: 907 2698162 FAX: 907 2698196 The Link is: www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/prec.htm
more
Legal Articles
What is the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA)?
RESPA is a federal regulation that governs certain aspects of the closing and settlement process in a real estate transaction. Designed to protect consumers who are buying houses, the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) enforces RESPA. Essentially, RESPA requires that buyers be given certain disclosures or information at various points during the purchase …
more
Options to Purchase Real Estate
There are many different ways to purchase real estate. While some people find a piece of property that they want and purchase the property immediately, other people may need a little more time to complete the transaction. There are many reasons for needing more time – it could be that a potential buyer needs the time to come up with the financing to purchase the property or …
more
Facing Money Problems? How To Avoid Foreclosure....
Unfortunately, when facing unemployment, unexpected medical expenses, funding the care of a family member, or other financial strains, you may find yourself struggling to pay the mortgages and worry about loosing your homes in foreclosure. The good news is, you can avoid foreclosure and keep your home if you know the right steps to take. The Federal Housing Administration, a …
more
How To Buy a Home
Buying a home can be complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home! Step 1: Figure out how much you can afford What you can afford will depend on your income, credit rating, current expenses and debt, the down payment you can afford to make and the interest rate. Your interest rate may be set for the life of the loan or may fluctuate …
more