Alaskan Journey with Alaska Realtor

This Alaskan Journey podcast episode I talk with 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. Highlight...

Bob has been considering moving to Alaska for decades. When retirement came, he made it happen! Moving to Palmer, Alaska, he found a small cabin and began the challenge of fixing it up to withstand the elements of Alaska. With a few months in, what does Bob think so far? Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact YouTube:   ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@alaska_realt...

Dan was excited when he got the opportunity to move to Kodiak, Alaska! There are pristine beaches, dramatic mountains, thick rainforests, and the ever-present Kodiak bears. In this episode, he talks about his experiences in this part of Alaska that is truly one of a kind, even for Alaska. Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact YouTube:   ⁠⁠https://www.youtube...

Moving to Alaska is no small thing. Moving to Alaska without knowing anyone is no small thing. Moving to Alaska without knowing anyone and moving alone is definitely no small thing! Jeremy moved to Juneau, Alaska with no connections but with a skillset of being a barber. After living in Juneau for a year, he talks about what he thinks of this small town in southeast Alaska. Jamin Goecker Website (...

It ain't no small thing moving from Virginia to Alaska, but Brandon did just that. After getting here and experiencing a bit of the Alaska winter, does he think the state has lived up to its reputation? Would he do it again? Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact YouTube:   ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@alaska_realtor⁠ Meetup: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12B...

Alaska naturally attracts people from all backgrounds and walks of life. In today's episode, we get to talk with Raj, who moved to Alaska nearly a decade ago. He shares his journey about how he arrived in Alaska and what he thinks of this state that is so different from India. Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com...

A lot of life events contributed to Greg deciding that this was the year to move from paradise (Hawaii) to Alaska. He arrived just before the snow flew and is adjusting to life on the Last Frontier. Would he do it again? What does he think of the state so far? Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠...

When Morgan and Jeneva decided to move from Texas to Alaska, it sounded like a big trip. They planned 10 days, and it ended up taking nearly a month due. Along the way, they encountered nearly every setback that the drive could offer. Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Julie and Charley lived in Alaska in the early 2000's and they decided to return to the Last Frontier. Is Alaska what they remembered it being? Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jamin_goecker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/jamin-goe...

Giovanni and Mackenzie made about the furthest move that you can make; they moved from sunny Florida to Alaska. What do they think about the state so far? What would compel a couple to make such a big change? Listen to today's episode to find out! Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:...

What is it like to relocate from California to Anchorage, Alaska? Is Alaska all that it's cracked up to be? Today, we talk with Richard Waynick who has lived in Alaska for years at this point and who can speak to what it's like raising a family in the Anchorage area. Richard Waynick: https://sfanchorage.com/ Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact Link...

Scott has lived in Alaska for nearly 30 years, so he knows a thing or two about the Last Frontier. It today's episode, he shares his insights about how to get hired if you are from out of state and what it's like raising a family here. Pioneer Restoration: https://alaskarestoration.com/about-us/ Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠htt...

Laura and Anna made about the biggest move that you can make without needing a passport, moving all the way from Florida to Alaska. They share their perspectives on the state so far, what they would recommend that you do if you are driving the Alcan, and much more! Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠...

Legends of bigfoot have sprung up all over Alaska, from tales from Alaska natives to old prospectors having hair-raising encounters. In this episode, we're joined by Larry "Beans" Baxter to discuss the legend and encounters of Bigfoot in Alaska. Alasquatch Podcast: https://www.alasquatchpodcast.com Books by Larry: https://a.co/d/a6FcxLj https://a.co/d/7N0qWue https://a.co/d/7N0qWue h...

Chris and Meg moved to Palmer a few years ago. They have jumped into the Alaska lifestyle with finding adventures and everything that Alaska has to offer. After having lived here a few years, do they plan on sticking around? Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamingoecker⁠⁠ Instagram:   ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/j...

While I keep you informed about the updates in the south central Real Estate market, I know that a lot of listeners are more interested in areas outside my market area. For that reason, I connected with 5 very talented Agents from five different markets in Alaska to provide you with the most accurate and authentic information for each individual market.  In this recorded live stream episode, we ar...

Living "off grid" or "living remote" are two of the most used phrases when people dream about moving and living in Alaska. But what does that actually mean? What is considered "living off grid" and what does life look like in an area that most would consider remote. Tune in on this weeks episode to find out more! Jamin Goecker Website (For Relocation Guide): jgoecker....

What are schools like in Alaska? Would hearing from parents with children in the school system help? If that's the case you're going to love today's episode as we discuss Eric and Megan's journey from OK to AK. Jamin Goecker Contact Jamin: Jgoecker.kw.com Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309094036709085/⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Po...

Teal grew up in Eagle River, Alaska, during the homesteading era and has many fond memories of her time. In this episode, she talks about what it was REALLY like living on a homestead in AK and some of her many adventures. This uniquely Alaska upbringing contributed to her and husband founding Blue Water Basecamp near Eklutna and serves their current business. Blue Water Basecamp: https://bluewate...

May and Reece made the drive down the Alcan during the wintertime. After they arrived, they have had an adventure adjusting to the lifestyle in Palmer, Alaska. Jamin Goecker Contact Jamin: Jgoecker.kw.com Monthly Meetup Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309094036709085/ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: ⁠https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker⁠ App: ⁠https://jgoecker.kw.co...

Michelle and her husband have lived in Alaska for nearly a year at this point. Coming from the south, what do they think about Alaska's winter and the state in general now that they've seen all the seasons?? Jamin Goecker Contact Jamin: Jgoecker.kw.com Monthly Meetup Group:   / 13090.   . LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamin-goecker App: http...

Mike moved all the way from PA to Alaska just a few months ago and he shares his story about how he came to be in AK. He also shares his thoughts about the state, what he recommends for those trying to get hired up here, and all the logistical questions you may have as you're planning your big move. Jamin Goecker ⁠⁠⁠Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠...

Reilly and Delaney talked about moving to Alaska since they were dating. When the opportunity came to move to Alaska, they went all in and made the move. They share their insights and what they think about Alaska so far. Jamin Goecker ⁠⁠⁠Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram:...

Wesley and Kevin drove from Baltimore to Anchorage, AK in a little over a week to start their new lives in Alaska. They had some adventures along the way and definitely have some insights after living in Anchorage. Jamin Goecker ⁠⁠⁠Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jam...

Reece and May found out they were PCSing to Alaska from Texas. Listen to them share their journey through Canada with multiple dogs and hear what they think about living in Alaska after their first winter. Jamin Goecker ⁠⁠Contact Jamin: ⁠⁠https://jgoecker.kw.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monthly Meetup Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/13090...⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: / jamingoecker Instagram: / jamin_goecker Po...