Category: Homeownership

Breaking Down Common Mortgage and Interest Rate Terms - Posted October 15, 2025
Choosing the right mortgage loan for your unique situation can sometimes feel like learning a whole new vocabulary. While your mortgage lender can help you weigh your options and decide which mortgage loan is best for you, here are some simple explanations to get you started.
Emergency Preparedness - Posted September 24, 2025
While you are working through your fall home maintenance list, it is also an ideal time to check that your family is prepared for emergencies.
A Homeowner’s Checklist for Winter Prep and Home Maintenance - Posted September 17, 2025
Winter is around the corner and for homeowners, proactivity is key. Before the temperature drops below freezing, now is the time to make sure your home is safe, ready and insulated for the winter months ahead.
Tips for Choosing a Real Estate Licensee - Posted August 27, 2025
Shopping for your dream home can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming. Enlisting the help of a real estate professional can make the process easier.
There’s No Place Like Home - Posted August 13, 2025
New homeowner Audrey credits AHFC's free homebuying education classes for helping her achieve her goals and find a home of her own. While her homebuying process wasn’t simple, Audrey found that expert insights helped her move forward with confidence and make her dream a reality.
HomeChoice™ Participant to Excited Homebuyer, Amanda's Homeownership Story - Posted July 23, 2025
The journey to homeownership is unique for everyone. For Amanda, it was based around community.
Discovering Innovation - Posted June 11, 2025
Nationwide, building industry experts are exploring the potential benefits of 3D printed homes. Alaska Housing has been partnering with others to investigate this innovative concept and test its viability against Alaska’s severe weather patterns.
Remodeling Ideas to Support Healthy Aging in Place - Posted May 14, 2025
Home modifications, ranging from simple swap-outs to professional renovations, can help older Alaskans live independently and safely in their own homes for longer.
Building New Homes Across Alaska - Posted April 9, 2025
Housing conversations are a trending topic nationwide with availability and affordability top-of-mind for prospective homeowners and industry professionals. As part of the 2025 Capital budget, the Alaska Legislature and Governor Dunleavy addressed this issue head-on allocating $7 million toward a New Home Construction Rebate to be managed by Alaska Housing Finance Corporation.
Home Show Season is Here! - Posted March 26, 2025
Swing by AHFC's booth at the spring home shows to learn more about homebuying tools that can help put money in your pocket.
Homebuying Made More Accessible with AHFC's Reduced Down Payment Requirement - Posted March 17, 2025
Recent changes to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s loan-to-value (LTV) ratios are helping to bring homeownership goals within reach for more Alaskans.
Application Period Opens for $10,000 AHFC New Home Construction Rebate - Posted March 4, 2025
If you are building or purchasing a newly constructed, owner-occupied home that meets 5-Star Plus or higher energy efficiency standard, you could be eligible for $10,000 through AHFC’s New Home Construction Rebate.
Financial Wellness Month - Posted January 2, 2025
January is Financial Wellness Month, a time to take stock of your financial situation and make any necessary changes to your habits to ensure you’re working toward your goals. Mortgage Outreach Specialists Savannah and Patrick have information to help you get started!
Helping Homebuyers Put Down Roots - Posted December 4, 2024
For Skyleen “Sky” Bottani, serving Southeast Alaska as a mortgage loan originator at First Bank in Sitka has allowed her to combine her interest in real estate with her passion for helping her community.
New Home Construction Buyers May Earn $10,000 Rebate - Posted December 2, 2024
New housing construction will be boosted with a $10,000 rebate paid to eligible owner-occupied homebuyers in the new year. Funding comes from a $7 million state appropriation to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation and is intended to make more new housing available to more Alaskans and relieve pressure on markets due to a lack of inventory.
Finding Solutions to Unique Challenges - Posted October 30, 2024
A Mortgage Loan Originator with Residential Mortgage in Soldotna, Aaron Swanson has partnered with Alaska Housing Finance Corporation for decades to identify solutions for homebuyers.
Mitos Sobre La Compra De Vivienda: El Pago Inicial Del 20%​ - Posted August 28, 2024
Cuando se trata de comprar una casa, hay muchos mitos por ahí. Uno de las más comunes es que necesita hacer un pago inicial del 20%.
A Survey of Alaska’s Housing Market - Posted July 30, 2024
Delivering on AHFC's mission includes gathering and evaluating market data that sheds light on current housing challenges facing Alaskans. Data gathered in a recent survey shows that rental and homeownership costs have continued to increase in Alaska since 2018.
Achieving Her Goals with Jumpstart - Posted July 17, 2024
For Megan, participating in Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s programs has led her on a journey of increased financial stability. Along with a lot of hard work, she credits the Jumpstart program for helping her on her path.
Trabajando juntos hacia la propiedad de la vivienda - Posted June 18, 2024
Como originador de préstamos hipotecarios en Residential Mortgage, parte del trabajo de Mark Gust es encontrar soluciones para los habitantes de Alaska que enfrentan obstáculos para ser propietarios de vivienda. Mark dijo que, en su experiencia, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation ha sido una opción para encontrar respuestas para sus clientes.