Moving To Palmer, Alaska From Tennessee! | What Is Alaska Like? #movingtoalaska #palmeralaska

Moving To Palmer, Alaska From Tennessee! | What Is Alaska Like? #movingtoalaska #palmeralaska

Today we meet Wesley, a recent transplant from Knoxville, Tennessee, and we talk about his family’s move to Palmer, Alaska. Wesley details their motivations (primarily outdoor recreation and lifestyle), the mixed reactions from family and friends, and the process of making the move. He discusses the challenges of finding a home, including encountering some unusual issues with inspections. Wesley describes their Alcan drive, including navigating Canadian border controls and potential wildfire concerns. The interview concludes with a discussion of the pros and cons of living in Alaska, covering topics like cost of living, job market, social scene, access to public lands, and the unique challenges and rewards of Alaskan winters.Highlights🏡 Home Buying Challenges: Wesley shares humorous anecdotes about the difficulties of finding a home in Alaska, including a house built on railroad ties and another with a concerning history of drug use. This highlights the importance of thorough home inspections before making a purchase in any location.🚗 The Alcan Drive: The interview offers practical advice for those planning to drive the Alcan Highway, including suggestions for alternate routes due to wildfires and the recommendation of purchasing a trailer and reselling it upon arrival for a profit.☀️/ 🌙 Seasonal Adjustments: Wesley candidly discusses the challenges of adapting to Alaska’s extreme seasons, both the long summer days and the extended winter darkness, emphasizing the importance of staying busy and engaged to mitigate seasonal depression.👍/👎 Pros & Cons of Alaskan Life: The episode presents a balanced perspective on living in Alaska, detailing numerous pros (access to nature, public lands, job opportunities, unique social scene) and cons (cost of living, limited food scene, unpredictable weather, healthcare access).🐻 Subsistence Lifestyle: Wesley’s enthusiasm for Alaska’s subsistence opportunities, including berry picking and gardening, showcases the unique connection to nature and self-sufficiency that many Alaskans appreciate.Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AgBLvg...Meetup Info: / 18iqmhgcr6 LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.comFacebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

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Moving to Alaska from GA: Is Alaska a good place to live?

Moving to Alaska from GA: Is Alaska a good place to live?

Brock and Michelle moved to Alaska from GA nearly a year ago and they have some great insights about what it's like living in Alaska. What tips would they give to themselves from 1 year ago? Tune in and hear what they think about the pros and cons of Alaska. Jamin Goecker ⁠Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker⁠⁠⁠ App: ⁠⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

5 Apr 202449min

Outlook for Alaska Jobs ft. State Economist Karinne Wielbold

Outlook for Alaska Jobs ft. State Economist Karinne Wielbold

Karinne is an economist with the state of Alaska and she is joining us today to discuss an article she wrote a few months ago about the job market in Alaska. She will discuss the biggest winners and losers in recent years and have some great takeaways for those of you making employment decisions. Read her full article below to learn more and don't forget to tell her thank you :) Alaska Economic Trends Magazine: https://live.laborstats.alaska.gov/trends-magazine/2024/January/outlook-for-alaska-jobs-in-2024 Jamin Goecker Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: ⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker⁠⁠ App: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp⁠⁠ Facebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

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Moving to Anchorage from CA: Good move?

Moving to Anchorage from CA: Good move?

Jason and Nicole moved to Anchorage a few years ago from CA and were excited for the move. After a few years of living in Anchorage, are they still excited? Would they do it again? Jamin Goecker (To contact Valerie & Becky): ⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: ⁠https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker⁠ App: ⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp⁠ Facebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

1 Mars 20241h 9min

Should you live in Homer, AK?

Should you live in Homer, AK?

Life at the "End of the Road" is a unique experience. What's it like living in Homer, Alaska, which sits at the end of the road system? Does it earn its catchphrase of "Halibut Capital of the World"? We'll discuss these and more questions with a couple of colleagues of mine who live in Homer, AK. Jamin Goecker (To contact Valerie & Becky): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact Monthly Meetup Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090... LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp Facebook: / gojaminrealestate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

23 Feb 20241h 14min

Moving to Eagle River, AK: Is it a good place to live? ft. Josh & Brianna

Moving to Eagle River, AK: Is it a good place to live? ft. Josh & Brianna

Josh and Brianna had never been to Alaska when an opportunity drew them to the 49th state. In a very short time, they had to plan how they were going to move to Eagle River, AK from across the country. With it being February at the time of this recording, they share how they are coping with the historically cold winter, the dark, and what their overall pros and cons are of the state. Jamin Goecker (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact Monthly Meetup Group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309094036709085/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamin_goecker/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoJaminRealEstate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

16 Feb 202448min

Interest Rates: Is 2024 Your Year? Predatory Lending

Interest Rates: Is 2024 Your Year? Predatory Lending

::::If you're even THINKING about purchasing a home in 2024, this is required viewing:::: As always, there's a lot of chatter about what the future of real estate entails. Are we heading towards a time with lower interest rates? What would that do to the local market? Also, what are some predatory lender practices you MUST be on the guard against? Amanda Jensen Mortgage Broker | NMLS #1251279 907-441-6223 2851 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy #7, Wasilla amanda-akhomeloans.com We'll discuss all this and more today with Amanda Jensen of First Rate Financial. She'll share with us what she's seeing from her side of the industry and answer some of your biggest real estate questions. Jamin Goecker Monthly Meetup: https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090... (For Relocation Guide): jgoecker.kw.com LinkedIn:   / jamingoecker   Instagram:   / jamin_goecker   Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp Facebook:   / gojaminrealestate   Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

9 Feb 20241h

Moving from OK to AK: What is AK like so far?? ft. Eric & Megan

Moving from OK to AK: What is AK like so far?? ft. Eric & Megan

Today we're joined by Eric and Megan who recently moved up from OK to the great state of Alaska! They talk about everything about their experience of moving here and don't hold back on their observations of the state. As always, we give the honest pros and cons! Jamin Goecker (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact Monthly Meetup Group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309094036709085/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamin_goecker/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoJaminRealEstate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

3 Feb 20241h 6min

What is it like living in Anchorage, Alaska?

What is it like living in Anchorage, Alaska?

In today's episode, we talk with Kevin who recently moved to Alaska after serving in the Peace Corpse. He shares about his journey on the Alcan, what he thinks about Anchorage, and his tips and tricks for those who are considering moving to Alaska as well. Jamin Goecker (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact Monthly Meetup Group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309094036709085/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamin_goecker/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: https://jgoecker.kw.com/myapp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoJaminRealEstate Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group

5 Jan 202435min

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