Writing
Articles and insights from Michelle Mueller.
What Will I Actually Pay at Closing in Alaska?
What Alaska buyers pay at closing beyond the down payment: title, escrow, recording, prepaid taxes, lender fees, and the rules on seller contributions.
Is It Cheaper to Buy or Build a House in Alaska?
Buying vs building in the Mat-Su Valley as of June 2026: Wasilla's $426K median, 14 days on market, Alaska's short build season, permits, and construction loans.
How VA Loans Work in Wasilla, Palmer, and Eagle River
VA loan limits, well and septic appraisal rules, funding fees, and rural appraisal timelines for buyers in Wasilla, Palmer, Eagle River, and Anchorage.
What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Wasilla, Alaska
Before you relocate to Wasilla, set three clocks: 90 days to transfer an out-of-state driver license, 10 days to apply for vehicle registration once you.
Palmer vs Wasilla: How to Choose Your Mat-Su Valley Town
Palmer vs Wasilla compared on commute to Anchorage and JBER, town character, shopping, lot rules, and Mat-Su school boundaries, with June 2026 market figures.