Alaska First-Time Home Buyer Programs: AHFC, Down Payment Assistance, and More
A practical guide to Alaska first-time home buyer programs — AHFC First Home, AHELP, HOP, and how AHFC interest rates compare to the conventional market.
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Alaska Home Buying Guide vs. Free Resources: What Actually Gets You to Closing
A structured comparison of the Alaska First-Time Home Buyer Guide versus free DIY resources — AHFC portals, Reddit, national sites — so you can decide what you need.
Alaska Property Tax: Rates, Exemptions, and What Buyers Actually Pay
Alaska property tax varies sharply by borough and service area. Learn about mill rates, mandatory exemptions, and how to calculate what you'll actually owe.
Alternatives to Hiring a Real Estate Attorney or Housing Counselor in Alaska
What actually replaces a real estate attorney or housing counselor when buying your first home in Alaska — and when there is no substitute and you need the professional anyway.
Anchorage Housing Market: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know in 2026
The Anchorage housing market is tight, fast-moving, and driven by military demand. Here's what first-time buyers need to know about inventory, prices, and timing.
Best First-Time Home Buyer Guide for Alaska Military Families (JBER and Fort Wainwright PCS)
The best home buying resource for military families PCSing to JBER or Fort Wainwright — VA vs USDA, AHFC Veterans Mortgage stacking, BAH budgeting, and sight-unseen strategy.
Best First-Time Home Buyer Resources for Buying in Fairbanks with Permafrost Risk
The best resources for buying a first home in Fairbanks, Alaska — specifically for navigating permafrost foundation risk, heating costs, and the unique variables that national guides miss.
Buying a House in Alaska: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know
A complete guide to buying a house in Alaska — AHFC programs, property taxes, permafrost, seismic risks, and how closing works in an escrow state.
Cost of Living in Anchorage, Alaska: What Home Buyers Need to Budget For
Real numbers on the cost of living in Anchorage, Alaska — housing, utilities, property taxes, and the Permanent Fund Dividend that changes the calculus.
FHA Loan Limits Alaska: 2026 Numbers and How They Affect Your Buying Power
Alaska's FHA loan limits are well above the national floor. Here's the 2026 limits by area, how they compare to conventional loans, and when FHA makes sense.
Home Inspection in Alaska: What Standard Inspectors Miss and What You Must Check
Home inspection in Alaska goes far beyond the standard checklist. Permafrost, heating systems, seismic damage, and insulation failures require specific expertise.
Living Off Grid in Alaska: What You Need to Know Before Buying a Dry Cabin
Off-grid and dry cabin life in Alaska means no running water, alternative heating, and specialized financing. Here's what buyers need to know before committing.
How to Navigate AHFC Loan Programs and Alaska Down Payment Assistance Without a Housing Counselor
Step-by-step guide to navigating AHFC First Home, Veterans Mortgage, HOP, and USDA programs in Alaska without hiring a housing counselor — what to do yourself and when you need help.