Latest breaking news on Robert Alaska Bob Swetz aka Vegas Bob ... Last week Robert swetz signed up for classes on the Alaska State test on Real Estate. Alaska Bob can study online and actually complete the State test online.But AB will wait and start after he arrives in Alaska at the end of this month, and may actually take a live class to absorb more information.  This is a very exciting moment in time for AB and his wife is so excited, she has been praying for me to get away from Las Vegas for quite some time now.  So hang tight everyone and as soon as Alaska Bob gets licensed in the State of Alaska, the whole world will know.And remember ...Whether Alaska Bob is in Alaska, California, South East Asia or anywhere else around the world, he has associates covering all his transactions i... 12/07/2015

701 Hollywood Drive Anchorage AK 99501Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK701 Hollywood Drive Anchorage AK 99501Price: $319,900MLS number: 15-13785Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2Square Feet: 3470 Lot Size: 1.08 Acre Year Built: 1960  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeRaised ranch style duplex close to downtown. Upstairs unit is 3bd,1bth family room, laminate floor, maple cabinets, new paint, doors, remodeled bath. Lower unit is 2 bedroom, 1 bath with large arctic entry for storage. Nice boiler, and newer side arm water heater, added insulation to exterior and in attic. La... 11/23/2015

1589 N Heather Meadows Loop Anchorage AK 99507Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK1589 N Heather Meadows Loop Anchorage AK 99507Price: $289,000MLS number: 15-15138Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5Square Feet: 1719 Lot Size: 0.07 Acre Year Built: 2006  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeSpacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace in the living room. New carpet, 2 bedrooms upstairs, and 1 bedroom & family room downstairs with access to backyard. Including attached 2 car garage, located conveniently close to Diamond center and other surrounding ame... 11/23/2015

246 E Dowling Rd Anchorage AK 99518Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK246 E Dowling Rd Anchorage AK 99518Price: $239,000MLS number: 15-15157Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2.5Square Feet: 1720 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 2005  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeLow maintenance townhouse style condo living. Spacious kitchen with open concept to living room. Cambell creek just steps away from the front door. Fresh paint, large rooms, close to shopping & entertainment, centrally located to everything! Amazing Open KitchenClick here to see additional images of this home for ... 11/23/2015

 Burrr can Alaska Bob handle the cold in Alaska? With temps in the low 40's hitting Las Vegas and the Bay Area, Vegas Bob aka Alaska Bob is a little worried ...As I leave the home at 5:30 am and start my car, there is frost on my windows ;o(And after living in Las Vegas and playing in Southern California, I am really unsure about living in Alaska all year long.I am no spring chicken and as my body gets older, the joints in my bones become more fragile  to the cold temperatures ;o/All I can say is I have to give it a try, my wife moved up there over one year ago, and she wants me to keep her warm.Anyway, as the years pass by, we can choose to spend the winters in warmer climates like snow birds ;o) 11/11/2015

9740 Vanguard Drive Anchorage AK 99507Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK9740 Vanguard Drive Anchorage AK 99507Price: $135,000MLS number: 15-15490Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1Square Feet: 770 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 1983  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeClose to everything! Great south side location near parks, schools, shopping and trails. Cozy up and watch the snow fall out the windows while you stay toasty warm by the fireplace or enjoy your coffee on the deck in the summers. W/D in unit, neutral colors throughout and a gorgeous remodeled bath all in a top... 11/11/2015

11569 Discovery View Drive Anchorage AK 99515Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK11569 Discovery View Drive Anchorage AK 99515Price: $455,700MLS number: 15-16661Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5Square Feet: 2619 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 2012  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeBreath taking panoramic views of the mountains. Wall of windows for max sunshine. Protected Wet Lands for a backyard guaranteeing no one will build to obstruct your views. Gourmet kitchen. Open floor plan with soaring ceilings. All bedrooms on the same floor. Master suite offers luxury and tra... 11/11/2015

Home Prices in Anchorage Alaska for November 2015Real estate market data for Anchorage, Alaska provided by Katrina Benton of Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group.  Call 907-301-0189 if you would like more detailed market information specific to your neighborhood.  Anchorage Home Prices We have seen two months of selling price increases on home prices in Anchorage and don’t expect things to slow down anytime soon.  If you are considering buying a home you can still find deals on a house in Anchorage but having a good real estate agent who understands the market is a must.  Don’t wait on the sidelines for too long, many of our listings are starting to sell within a few days of hitting the market. As you can see from the graph below, listings are not selling exactly for asking price, often ... 11/02/2015

 For the last 5 years as Robert Swetz has been getting older there have been many ideas and future plans running through his brain. In 2014 Robert Swetz became a Ordained Minister in the State of Nevada and has been thinking of stepping it up a notch within the Ministry.  Both my new wife Lin in Alaska and I have spoken about becoming a Minister in Alaska, or maybe traveling the World teaching the Word of God. I seriously think Lin is a Saint and she would love to see and listen to her husband in front of a church and or in front of crowds of believers. I wouldn't expect to make big money but could handle my traveling being paid for, lodging, food, transportation and some extra money to live when I am not preaching. And I know when Saint Lin reads this blog she will have a big smile on ... 11/01/2015

525 W 3rd Avenue Anchorage AK 99501 Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AK Listing Details Home For Sale in Anchorage AK  525 W 3rd Avenue Anchorage AK 99501 Price: $133,000 MLS number: 15-5637 Bedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1 Square Feet: 643 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 1950Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group Call Kylie Wyze of Alaska Home Group at 907-440-4661 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AKYou Will Love this Beautiful HomeGreat Downtown Condo right across from the Hilton. Dues covers everything but electric and cable. BLDG has an elevator. Onsite laundry and storage. There is one assigned parking space for this unit. Laminate wood flooring with new trim, lots of... 10/21/2015

9116 Dewberry Street Anchorage AK 99502 Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AK Listing Details Home For Sale in Anchorage AK  9116 Dewberry Street Anchorage AK 99502 Price: $245,000 MLS number: 15-13142 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Square Feet: 1459 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 2000 Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group Call Kylie Wyze of Alaska Home Group at 907-440-4661 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AKYou Will Love this Beautiful HomeUpgraded duplex-style end unit with private fenced yard & extra windows added on the south side. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, bay window, open living room, fireplace, stainless kitchen appliance package, & surround sound. ... 10/21/2015

16000 Hidden Creek Lane Anchorage AK 99516 Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AK Listing Details Home For Sale in Anchorage AK  16000 Hidden Creek Lane Anchorage AK 99516 Price: $544,900 MLS number: 15-15166 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Square Feet: 2473 Lot Size: 0.22 Acre Year Built: 2005 Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group Call Kylie Wyze of Alaska Home Group at 907-440-4661 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AKYou Will Love this Beautiful HomeThis four bedroom beautiful home is located in popular Goldenview Park with gorgeous mountain views! Corner Lot! Under cabinet lighting with island in the kitchen. Alarm system. 4+ star energy rated. Natural gas plumbed barb... 10/21/2015

 Alaska Bob aka Robert Vegas Bob Swetz is getting very excited about his next visit to Alaska.Alaska Bob will be spending Christmas with his new family up in Anchorage.AB will also be spending the cold winter days of January & possibly February.  Because I will be spending time during the winter months, I thought I would share some photos that I took around the mountains back in November of 2014. And for anyone wondering how Vegas Bob is going to handle the long cold winter days & nights of Alaska.Well, I was raised in the Midwest with very similar winter temps as Anchorage or Homer Alaska. In fact, Vegas Bob has been spending so much time around the hot summer months of Las Vegas and California, that it will be very nice to be in to spend some time in the cold.  In fact, Alaska Bob is ... 10/01/2015

9620 Morningside Loop Anchorage, AK 99515Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK9620 Morningside Loop Anchorage, AK 99515Price: $139,000MLS number: 15-12285Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1.75Square Feet: 742 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 1984  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeGreat location and in an association where people stay. Close to Dimond Mall and all shops in the area, with easy access to the airport, UAA/Med District. Second floor with wood burning fireplace, dining and kitchen in the front and bedrooms in the back. Dues include heat so the only other utility you... 09/21/2015

522 E 3rd Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK522 E 3rd Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501Price: $294,900MLS number: 15-10692Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3Square Feet: 2068 Lot Size: 0.15 Acre Year Built: 1948  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeRare opportunity. Downtown Third Addition Duplex. Consists of two cottages, one fronting E 3rd, the other behind accessed from alley. Zoned residential/office, currently used as a residential duplex. Rear cottage has new paint inside and out, and new flooring.Classic old Anchorage homes. Amazing Open KitchenClick... 09/16/2015

2314 Mcrae Road Anchorage, AK 99517Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK2314 Mcrae Road Anchorage, AK 99517Price: $129,900MLS number: 15-10694Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1Square Feet: 965 Lot Size: 0.00 Acre Year Built: 1976  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeCool condominium with lots of upgrades. Custom paint and custom window coverings. All of the lighting has been upgraded, newer laminate flooring. Tons of storage, patio off the dining room. End unit, bottom floor. Conveniently close to airport and midtown. Amazing Open KitchenClick here to see additional images of t... 09/16/2015

8521 E 12th Court Anchorage, AK 99504Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK8521 E 12th Court Anchorage, AK 99504Price: $272,950MLS number: 15-12244Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2Square Feet: 1872 Lot Size: 0.16 Acre Year Built: 1974  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeHome Sweet Home. Quiet neighborhood. View of the mountains. Fenced back yard. South facing for a lot of sunshine. Large family room downstairs. Deck off of dining area perfect for BBQ's and entertaining. House has 4 bedrooms; 2 up & 2 dwn. Min from JBER, Tikahtnu Mall, shopping, & schools. Great location! Great... 09/15/2015

261 Yellow Leaf Circle Anchorage, AK 99504Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK261 Yellow Leaf Circle Anchorage, AK 99504Price: $169,000MLS number: 15-11324Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.5Square Feet: 1056 Lot Size: 0.08 Acre Year Built: 1983  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeGreat zero lot line with NO DUES, private fully fenced backyard (backs to military land) and updated interior paint and laminate. Great little property for first time homebuyer, someone looking to downsize or the investor. Located in a quiet culdesac and close to base, parks, shopping and more! Amaz... 09/15/2015

3500 Hollyberry Circle Anchorage, AK 99507Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK3500 Hollyberry Circle Anchorage, AK 99507Price: $384,900MLS number: 15-12913Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5Square Feet: 2052 Lot Size: 0.16 Acre Year Built: 2004  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeImmaculate! Superb 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 2car, 2052sf. All bedrooms up, rec room up, formal dining room, great room on main level. Kitchen features Corian countertops, maple cabinets, pantry and stainless appliances. Dedicated master suite with California Closet, and garden tub. Located on quiet ... 09/15/2015

10335 Birch Lane Eagle River, AK 99577Search current inventory of Homes for Sale in Anchorage AKListing DetailsHome For Sale in Anchorage AK10335 Birch Lane Eagle River, AK 99577Price: $284,900MLS number: 15-14253Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Feet: 1006 Lot Size: 0.23 Acre Year Built: 1983  Call Katrina Benton at 907-301-0189 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing or for information about how to sell a home in Anchorage AK You Will Love this Beautiful HomeNewley Remodeled Spacious Ranch style 3 bedroom 2 bath single family home in Eagle River. Freshly remodeled from the studs in, this beautiful home features new flooring, cabinets, bath fixtures, stainless steel appliances and much much more. Large lot features a view of the mountains, and a 3,000 sf wrap aroun... 09/15/2015