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Alaska is well known for its open gun laws. In the Frontier State, anyone who 1) is at least 21 years old and 2) may legally possess a firearm is allowed to carry a handgun without a permit, whether openly or concealed. Gun owners moving to Alaska from other states are likely to find a more gun-friendly culture here. However, when you’re moving with guns, there are some restrictions you should know about, both when transitioning in and out of the state. Additionally, if you’re moving from Alaska to another state, you’ll need to understand how your new state’s gun laws will impact you. No...

If you are planning on moving to Alaska, you should be educated and aware of the changes you will need to make to your lifestyle. One such likely change will be your cell phone service plan since many Alaskan cell phone providers are unfortunately behind the times when compared to most of the country. Many wireless network customers currently experience delays when they are using their phone for multimedia purposes. Thankfully, new, more convenient options are now arising for residents currently relocating to the state. Recent Developments Earlier this month, General Communication, Inc., or GCI, launched 4G service in the Anchorage region of Alaska. This...

Moving to Alaska is an adventure in and of itself, but there are certain things that need to be taken into consideration that you might not be used where you currently live. If you are from one of the warmer, temperate-weathered states, you may be in for a shock when it comes to preparing your home for the winter months. Alaskan winters are marked by heavy and unforgiving snow storms and freezing temperatures. Depending on where you live, you can experience long periods of storming that keep you from being able to go outside. You should ask your neighbors for advice, but here are some...

Last Updated: 5/21/2019 Congratulations! You’ve decided to take the leap and move to Alaska. The natural beauty of the 49th state and its ample opportunities for adventure await you.   Now that you’ve made your decision, it’s time to move on to your next big question: “What do I need to take with me?” (And, “What should I leave behind?”)   Every relocation raises these questions—and offers you the opportunity to look at your possessions with a critical eye. Your big move might be just the excuse you’ve been looking for to get rid of any unwanted stuff that’s been cluttering your home.  In addition, living in Alaska may represent a pretty significant change in climate for you. So...

It is time to start planning your big moving day to “America’s last frontier,” and you might be unsure of what exactly to bring. You should begin working on a complete packing list far in advance to guarantee that you don’t leave anything behind or bring too much and cause yourself more stress than necessary. One of the most difficult subjects that comes up regarding relocating to Alaska is about the state regulations for what you are allowed to bring with you. Some items seem very basic and you probably would have accidentally packed them up if you weren’t properly informed, while others are more...

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