One of the First steps in the relocation process is becoming familiar with the local housing market in Anchorage & Surrounding Area, In order to make informed decisions about where to buy, and what type of housing you can get for your money. Finding and buying a home can be a risky and complicated endeavor if you are not well-informed about the choices available to you, even when you are moving within the local area you are already familiar with.

Couple this with a relocation to an entirely new city - possibly with a new job, family concerns and a new lifestyle - and it could be the single most important decision you will make. The expertise of a professional, experienced Relocation Realtor® is highly Recommended.

West Chester Relocation Group L.L.C can be a huge resource of information about the area, schools, taxes, local housing values and trends, etc. - even if you don't plan to purchase for several months.

To help define what's really important to you in a home and neighborhood. Ask yourself these questions:

1) What type of housing is our ideal - single family home, townhome, condominium, Multiplex?

2) What type of rooms do we need? How many living areas, bedrooms and bathrooms?

3) What are our future needs? Is our family growing or will children be nearing adulthood? Do we foresee needing a home office?

4) What is the difference between the average home price in my current town, and the average in Anchorage? What will the same dollar buy - more or less? What about cost of living other than housing? Factor in any difference in your salary or income that the move will bring.

5) What loan amount do we qualify for? What monthly payment is comfortable for us? Will we have any trouble qualifying? (For more information on loans, see our “Get Qualified” Page)