The Anchorage Home Builders Association hosted its annual Housing Summit “Building a Brighter Future,” on Oct. 8, 2025. Local, state and national leaders gathered to spotlight the complex challenges facing Alaska’s homebuilding industry, as well as deliver important insight on what to expect in the coming months. 

Navigating the mortgage application process can feel like a maze. At Global Credit Union Home Loans, we’re here to guide you through the twists and turns. We break down the process into manageable steps to ensure homebuyers secure the financing needed to purchase their dream home. 

Design trends may come and go, but true craftsmanship never goes out of style. For 40 years, Alaskans have trusted K&W Interiors to bring quality, style and dependable service to homes across the state.

Alaska’s construction industry carries a unique set of risks like high winds, ice and snow, remote project sites and the occasional wildlife encounter. Supervisors check the safety boxes including gear, training, hazard assessments, toolbox talks and housekeeping. But there’s a quieter risk people rarely name.