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Why Alaska is a Dream for Families | Our Adventure
In this snippet of our discussion with Kaden, we talk about his family’s positive experience moving to Alaska, focusing on the children’s adaptation, outdoor activities, and schooling. The parents highlight the abundance of camping and hiking opportunities, the children’s enthusiastic embrace of the Alaskan lifestyle, and their positive experience with the local schools. The conversation also touches on the differences between living in Anchorage and the Mat-Su Valley, emphasizing the trade-offs between convenience and quality of life.
Full discussion: ua-cam.com/video/FMu78nss1Vs/v-deo.html
Highlights
🏕️ Abundant Outdoor Recreation: The family enjoys extensive camping and hiking throughout Alaska, with numerous easily accessible locations. The children are especially enthusiastic about these activities.
🎒 Positive School Experience: The family had a positive experience with Homestead School in Eagle River, noting its safety and proximity to their home. They also explored dual-immersion language programs.
😍 Children’s Love for Alaska: The children quickly adapted to life in Alaska and express immense enjoyment of the natural environment, consistently preferring it to other locations they’ve visited.
🏞️ Easy Access to Nature: The sheer number of camping and hiking spots makes it easy for the family to engage in outdoor activities, almost accidentally stumbling upon new locations.
⚖️ Quality of Life Choices: The discussion highlights the differing perspectives on quality of life between those choosing to live in Anchorage (for convenience) and those in the Mat-Su Valley (for outdoor access).
Jamin Goecker
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Risks Of Buying Homes In Alaska | Moving To Alaska #alaska #alaskapurchase
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This video discusses potential risks when buying a home in Alaska, focusing on factors unique to the Alaskan climate and environment. The speaker, a real estate broker, highlights concerns such as river erosion and flooding, steep and icy driveways, insufficient sunlight, mold growth, marshy land, dead trees near the property, moss on the roof, uneven rooflines, and the potential for eminent do...
After living in Alaska for two years, would he move to Alaska again?? #alaska #alaskanjourneypodcast
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This Alaskan Journey podcast episode I talk Kaden, who moved to Eagle River, Alaska with his family nearly two years ago. Kaden discusses the pros and cons of living in Southcentral Alaska after nearly two years, focusing on community life, outdoor activities, schools, and the challenges of Alaskan winters and summers. He ultimately gives a positive review of his Alaskan experience. Highlights ...
Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 01-01-2025
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This is a real estate market update for Eagle River, Alaska, as of December 4th, 2024, covering single-family homes, condos, and multi-family properties. I analyze inventory levels, sales figures, and average sale prices, concluding that while prices are increasing, the increases are not as dramatic as might be expected given low inventory. I believe this is because sellers are holding onto pro...
Why ANCHORAGE Alaska Is A Better Place To Live Than Wasilla #alaskapurchase #movingtoalaska
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This video compares Anchorage and Wasilla (Mat-Su Valley) as places to live in Alaska, arguing that Anchorage offers significant advantages. The main points focus on better job prospects and higher wages in Anchorage, reduced commute times, more cultural activities and shopping options, less wind, more established parks, and better access to schools and the Kenai Peninsula. While acknowledging ...
Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-26 -24
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Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-26 -24
Why WASILLA Alaska Is A Better Place To Live Than Anchorage #alaska #alaskapurchase
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Why WASILLA Alaska Is A Better Place To Live Than Anchorage #alaska #alaskapurchase
Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-18-2024
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Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-18-2024
How Alaska HAS CHANGED In The Last Decades (for those returning to Alaska) #movingtoalaska #alaska
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How Alaska HAS CHANGED In The Last Decades (for those returning to Alaska) #movingtoalaska #alaska
The Best Ways To Find And BUY Raw Land In Alaska #alaska #alaskapurchase
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The Best Ways To Find And BUY Raw Land In Alaska #alaska #alaskapurchase
Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-06-24
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Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 12-06-24
Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 12-04-2024
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Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 12-04-2024
Alaska Jobs: 10 Year Employment Projections for People Moving to Alaska #alaskaliving
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Alaska Jobs: 10 Year Employment Projections for People Moving to Alaska #alaskaliving
Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 11-27-2024
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Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 11-27-2024
When I tried buying (seemingly) perfect land in Alaska #alaskaliving
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When I tried buying (seemingly) perfect land in Alaska #alaskaliving
Should You Ditch Texas And Move To Alaska?? #alaska #texas
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Should You Ditch Texas And Move To Alaska?? #alaska #texas
Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 11-06-2024
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Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 11-06-2024
Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 10-30-24
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Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 10-30-24
What Happens If Your Heat Goes Out During The Alaska Winter? #alaska #livinginalaska
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What Happens If Your Heat Goes Out During The Alaska Winter? #alaska #livinginalaska
Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 10-23-2024
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Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 10-23-2024
Alaska: Expectations vs. Reality Of Living In Alaska #alaska #alaskalifestyle
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Alaska: Expectations vs. Reality Of Living In Alaska #alaska #alaskalifestyle
Do Taxes Make It Too Expensive To Live In Alaska? (2024) #alaskaliving #alaska
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Do Taxes Make It Too Expensive To Live In Alaska? (2024) #alaskaliving #alaska
Why is Alaska's Suicide Rate so High? #alaska #movingtoalaska
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Why is Alaska's Suicide Rate so High? #alaska #movingtoalaska
Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 10-02-2024
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Eagle River Alaska's Real Estate Market Update - 10-02-2024
10 Things YOU SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR Before Moving to Anchorage, Alaska #movingtoalaska #alaska
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10 Things YOU SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR Before Moving to Anchorage, Alaska #movingtoalaska #alaska
Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 09-25-24
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Wasilla & Palmer Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 09-25-24
Avoid Alaska if You Can't Handle These 8 Negative Aspects of Living in Alaska! (Updated) #alaska
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Avoid Alaska if You Can't Handle These 8 Negative Aspects of Living in Alaska! (Updated) #alaska
Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 9-18-2024
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Anchorage Alaska's Real Estate Market Update 9-18-2024
The Top 6 Worst Natural Disasters Alaska Has Ever Seen! #alaska #movingtoalaska
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The Top 6 Worst Natural Disasters Alaska Has Ever Seen! #alaska #movingtoalaska
Top 5 reasons NOT to move to Wasilla, Alaska! #movingtoalaska #alaska
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Top 5 reasons NOT to move to Wasilla, Alaska! #movingtoalaska #alaska

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jamesbarry1673
    @jamesbarry1673 День тому

    I don't mean to go off topic but you have the most beautiful eyes🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @katmisaiah40_8
    @katmisaiah40_8 День тому

    I hate the development in Wasilla in some areas, there are some really nice areas in Wasilla, but there are also some ugly and weirdly laid-out areas. Additionally, I used to be able to walk around my neighborhood but now there's a crazy group of druggies that live right next door and they like to blow stuff up and have also made the once nice house and property next-door a junkyard! So, I don't really feel safe walking around anymore... When I was younger it seemed a lot better... There are so many new buildings being built and I dislike it. Wasilla is feeling less and less like a small town and more urban and crowded. More recently there have been loads of people moving here from Anchorage and other places and people aren't so friendly anymore. They're always so unhappy and impatient. The drivers are ridiculous too. From what I've seen myself and when compared to Fairbanks, the people in Wasilla are much less friendly & patient in general. People in Wasilla used to be so much more friendly, polite, and patient!

  • @katmisaiah40_8
    @katmisaiah40_8 День тому

    Heh, Born and raised in Wasilla, Alaska! The wind is definitely something here. Ripped the side off the KFC building. Also 5:00 PM traffic is especially awful on the parks hwy in Wasilla! And KGB of course too.

  • @chrismills296
    @chrismills296 2 дні тому

    Offgrid

  • @brandonpacheywiredforlife
    @brandonpacheywiredforlife 2 дні тому

    Is the flood factor rating on Redfin reliable?

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 2 дні тому

      @@brandonpacheywiredforlife I would rely only on the official websites. Redfin may or may not be accurate.

  • @GrantsvilleAirbnb
    @GrantsvilleAirbnb 2 дні тому

    Moving to JBeR in a Month, I might have to look at on base housing . I would love some tips and meet new friends for sure.

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 2 дні тому

      @@GrantsvilleAirbnb Sure man. Register on the website and I’ll give you a call.

  • @greghenrikson952
    @greghenrikson952 2 дні тому

    Good tips! Re. marshes you can often tell by looking for that classic bog-loving black spruce. Another point re. trees is if you get one with white spruce or birch you'll have a source of excellent firewood right there. If you buy a bunch of cottonwood... not so much. BTW anyone want some cottonwood??

  • @Huspree2011
    @Huspree2011 2 дні тому

    The imminent domain is not something I would have considered if getting a property in Wasilla. Good tip!

  • @aaabea
    @aaabea 3 дні тому

    It's a very expensive ride!

  • @TBKHomeworld
    @TBKHomeworld 3 дні тому

    We are heading up that way very soon to visit the area, in the cold, to see how we like it. It would be a major switch from Texas but we are hoping it fits us nicely. Are there aspects that you would recommend we check out during 2 days in Anchorage and 4 days in Wasilla/Willow area?

  • @brandonpacheywiredforlife
    @brandonpacheywiredforlife 4 дні тому

    Love the new format! We are now full in the Valley, sorry, lol.

  • @lindapedro6935
    @lindapedro6935 4 дні тому

    Awesome 👍

  • @alaska_realtor
    @alaska_realtor 4 дні тому

    Do you like this new video podcast format?

    • @CarlWyland-sr1di
      @CarlWyland-sr1di 3 дні тому

      Not sure my comment will be helpful, but I get a lot of my entertainment from traditional audio podcast platforms and video platforms such as UA-cam. In your specific case, I’ve found myself subscribing on Spotify and UA-cam, then frequently check both platforms for new content. In short, it doesn’t really matter to me. If you’re in the process of deciding between the two, I think your decision point needs to be which platform gives you the greatest (or potentially the greatest) reach, and from a monetization standpoint, which platform nets (or potentially nets) the greatest income. Either way I think you’ll have your subscribers. Congratulations on your engagement! God bless!

  • @terencecampbell8363
    @terencecampbell8363 4 дні тому

    Anchorage government is corrupt!!?? It's not like comparing road maintenance and the road maintenance budget could tell you that..

  • @meekthemonk1186
    @meekthemonk1186 4 дні тому

    I don’t think people talk about south Anchorage enough. I love being able to walk to bike to a brewery, the store, to a park, all in the same day. It’s awesome, highly recommend

  • @kaden9572
    @kaden9572 6 днів тому

    Love it! 🙌🏻 well done video, thanks for having me!

  • @phyllisrisdon6975
    @phyllisrisdon6975 6 днів тому

    Did your brother win his election?

  • @spaceland1071
    @spaceland1071 6 днів тому

    I love eagle river

  • @warrioroflight801
    @warrioroflight801 7 днів тому

    Great show guys thanks 🙏🏽 And Mold can appear anywhere Jamin it’s deadly!

  • @michaelbeasley4923
    @michaelbeasley4923 7 днів тому

    I lived in FL for almost 30 years. Alaska is better in almost every way

  • @warrioroflight801
    @warrioroflight801 7 днів тому

    Thank you guys I loved this one and have looked into Homer. I have questions about Organic produce 😂is it safe to say there are no organic grocery stores here? ❤️🙏🏽

  • @TheHotSauceReviewChannel
    @TheHotSauceReviewChannel 7 днів тому

    How is the internet?

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 7 днів тому

      @@TheHotSauceReviewChannel Compared to what you get in most metro areas in lower-48, slow. But, I get everything I need it for and I upload a ton of videos, etc.

    • @TheHotSauceReviewChannel
      @TheHotSauceReviewChannel 7 днів тому

      @ ah I see. I need fast internet for my remote job.

  • @alanleonard8739
    @alanleonard8739 8 днів тому

    The area of the Matsu valley I live in, Meadow Lakes, is less windy than Wasilla, Palmer, and Anchorage.

  • @kimbercustoms
    @kimbercustoms 9 днів тому

    Thanks for the video

  • @stephaniegoelzer5742
    @stephaniegoelzer5742 9 днів тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @codyferguson7120
    @codyferguson7120 9 днів тому

    I hope you're coping well continuing on without his physically presents here on earth. It's been more than 10 years since both my younger brother and mother passed away. I still find myself thinking about them almost everyday. I am sorry for your loss. What an incredibly selfless man.

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 9 днів тому

      @@codyferguson7120 Thank you. We go to trial in a few months so it’ll all come roaring back here soon.

  • @brandonpacheywiredforlife
    @brandonpacheywiredforlife 9 днів тому

    Ugh, I'm offended. 😂😂😂😂😊

  • @caryyoung4710
    @caryyoung4710 9 днів тому

    New video idea, if you are looking for property with a great view where is the best value? Top 5 maybe

  • @greghenrikson952
    @greghenrikson952 10 днів тому

    Location, location, location. There's no shortage of crazy neighbors-from-hell in the Mat-Su. We even had one across the street in Eagle River. And there are some really nice places in Los Anchorage.

  • @Landonmoto39
    @Landonmoto39 10 днів тому

    I agree with all of these things, however, anytime I have to drive to Anchorage I can’t wait to get out of there and back home to the valley lol

  • @Thomas-lh4hf
    @Thomas-lh4hf 10 днів тому

    Off Grid Do a video series of OFF GRID

  • @GlacticEddy
    @GlacticEddy 11 днів тому

    How much moeny do i need to bring to have six months of bills covered

  • @Theneckofthrogs
    @Theneckofthrogs 12 днів тому

    Great commentary!

  • @brandonpacheywiredforlife
    @brandonpacheywiredforlife 12 днів тому

    I like these trends!

  • @-mashedpotato
    @-mashedpotato 12 днів тому

    I was born in Valdez and moved to Wasilla and I don’t think there’s much traffic

  • @mamabear1260
    @mamabear1260 13 днів тому

    Turn your volume up

  • @billwilliams1842
    @billwilliams1842 14 днів тому

    How far is Willow from Wasilla?

  • @dl2.504B
    @dl2.504B 14 днів тому

    Idk how the bigger cities are swinging left when Trump won the votes. Crazy

  • @UndertakerFromWWE
    @UndertakerFromWWE 15 днів тому

    Great video, Eagle River is the sweet spot in between imo

  • @brandonpacheywiredforlife
    @brandonpacheywiredforlife 15 днів тому

    Yes, but Palmer os better than both! :)

  • @caryyoung4710
    @caryyoung4710 15 днів тому

    It seems like a lot of the properties are in the forest? Are there properties with nice views in Wasilla?

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 15 днів тому

      @@caryyoung4710 there are but Wasilla has a lot more lake properties and a bit further from the mountains than Palmer. So, you still see them, but they aren’t as close and there are more trees.

    • @btmountaineer93
      @btmountaineer93 10 днів тому

      They are here, but usually quite expensive.

  • @JamieCroos
    @JamieCroos 15 днів тому

    Hello, what type of visa do I need to work in Alaska

  • @DixieNormus_007
    @DixieNormus_007 15 днів тому

    The internet ruins all nice places to live in due time...

  • @stevenramsthaler6890
    @stevenramsthaler6890 16 днів тому

    A commute with no traffic🥰🥰🥰

  • @Zeahappy
    @Zeahappy 16 днів тому

    Jamin is the best!! Wasilla has the best people, thrift stores, garage sales and space. Best move we've made! Thank you, Jamin!

  • @greghenrikson952
    @greghenrikson952 16 днів тому

    The commute in the winter is no joke. Eagle River is best.

  • @susanwright3724
    @susanwright3724 16 днів тому

    I’ve been in the Anchorage area for about 3 months after moving from Alabama to here for a job. The commute from the Valley seems better than the commute from Decatur, AL to Huntsville, Alabama. I’m looking at real estate in the Valley and like the slower pace and the more rural setting. I’ll trade the commute for going home to a nice size acre over constant foot traffic at all hours day and night in Anchorage. I’ve heard several call Anchorage Los Anchorage in the short time here. It’s going to come down to each person’s personal preference.

    • @alaska_realtor
      @alaska_realtor 16 днів тому

      @@susanwright3724 Well said

    • @btmountaineer93
      @btmountaineer93 10 днів тому

      I make that commute seven days a week. A few things you need to consider first. If the weather is bad or there is a wreck then that commute turns into a nightmare. There is only one way in and one way out. Also, I feel that I’m the only person who works in Wasilla. All the stores are almost always crowded. Lastly, traffic is worse in Wasilla than Anchorage. This may surprise you. Before you move to the valley, try driving around and going grocery shopping between 4-6pm.

  • @jbelo4876
    @jbelo4876 16 днів тому

    don't let democrats... do ANYTHING in Alaska. Keep'm out.

  • @Beverly-e4z
    @Beverly-e4z 17 днів тому

    Commuting during winter is too stressful. White knuckle all the way.

    • @susanwright3724
      @susanwright3724 16 днів тому

      There’s a bus system called Valley Transit that goes from the Trunk Road area to downtown 6 days a week. I learned about this from some of my coworkers. That’s the option I was looking at taking if I moved to Wasilla. The bus is like a large charter bus that looks very nice. There’s info out there on the web if that’s something that would help you during the winter.

    • @UndertakerFromWWE
      @UndertakerFromWWE 15 днів тому

      I did the valley to Anchorage commute for 2 years and it killed my mental health. Moved to Eagle River and could never go back.

    • @Beverly-e4z
      @Beverly-e4z 14 днів тому

      @@UndertakerFromWWE I hear you. I did it six months and was almost in like three motor vehicle accidents...one involving a moose who someone hit and I was trying to get some guys with a truck to pull off the highway before the next herd of vehicles had a pile up. Phew!