Jenny Willardson, CCIM

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Aug 7, 2020

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Jenny Willardson, CCIM, is a Wasilla-based commercial real estate broker and the Founder of Elevate Commercial, a leading Alaska brokerage serving the Mat-Su Valley and Anchorage markets. She provides expert guidance in commercial property sales, leasing, and property management, helping investors, business owners, and landlords make informed decisions backed by local market intelligence. Drawing on CCIM-caliber advisory skills, Jenny delivers data-driven strategies for acquisition, disposition, and portfolio optimization, positioning clients for long-term success in Alaska’s evolving commercial real estate landscape.

Posts (21)

Apr 25, 2026 ∙ 3 min

The Most Expensive Number in Commercial Real Estate Is the Outdated One

In commercial real estate, the most expensive number is rarely the highest one. It's the outdated one. Published rent comparables, closed-sale prices, vacancy figures, and cap rates almost always lag the real market by three to twelve months — and in smaller markets like Alaska, the gap is wider. Decisions made on those numbers are decisions made on a market that no longer exists. For property owners pricing a sale or a lease, and for tenants and investors evaluating the Alaska commercial...

Mar 30, 2026 ∙ 3 min

What Elevated Oil Prices Could Mean for Alaska Commercial Real Estate

Oil prices are already running above the state's FY2026 annual revenue forecast assumption. Alaska's Spring 2026 forecast assumes an FY2026 average ANS oil price of $75.26 per barrel, while the Alaska Department of Revenue showed ANS West Coast at $105.80 on March 26, 2026. That creates a stronger near-term revenue backdrop than the forecast alone might suggest but higher oil prices cut both ways in Alaska, and the full picture requires looking at costs as well as revenues. What could the...

Mar 9, 2026 ∙ 4 min

Tax Advantages for Investing in Commercial Real Estate in Alaska

Commercial real estate has long been one of the most tax-advantaged investment strategies in the United States. In Alaska, those advantages can be even more meaningful thanks to the state’s tax structure, strategic industries, and opportunities for long-term property appreciation. As we move through 2026, investors who understand how to leverage these tax benefits can significantly improve their returns while building long-term wealth. Whether you're purchasing a warehouse, retail space,...