5 Signs You’re Financially Closer to Buying Than You Think
Wondering if you’re ready to buy a house? These five financial indicators can help you understand whether homeownership may already be within reach.
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS AREN’T JUST FOR YOU!
New Year’s resolution – noun: a promise to do something differently in the new year Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed., CEAP, RYT, a facilitator at Thomas F. Chapman FamilyCancer Wellness at Piedmont says, “The New Year offers a blank slate — anopportunity to get things right. When we set New Year’s resolutions, we are utilizinga very important…
The Art of Staging: Elevating Your Home for Open House Success
First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to selling your home. Whether you’re a seasoned real estate pro or a first-time seller, staging your home for an open house can make a world of difference in attracting potential buyers. Here are some expert tips to help you transform your space into a buyer’s dream:…
Rental Inspection Checklist – What Should You Look for in Macon
Inspecting your Macon investment property is an important part of renting it out. Inspections will document the condition of your property and ensure your tenants are following the terms of their lease agreement. We recommend that you inspect your property annually. This gives you the opportunity to get inside and be sure everything looks good…
Fickling & Company Helps Families Affected by Recent Hurricanes
Fickling & Company Donates to Hurrican Victims Throughout the month of September Fickling & Company gathered supplies for families affected by both Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma to be given to The Salvation Army of Central Georgia on September 29th. The donations are scheduled to be dispersed to the areas and families struggling to rebuild in the aftermath of the devastating effect from both…
What Is A Short Sale?
A Short Sale occurs when a bank allows an owner to sell property at a price that is less than the owner owes the bank. In other words, the sales price is “short” of what is owed. This creates what is called a deficiency balance. That is, even though the property has been sold to…
The History of Girl Scout Cookies and Why You Should Support Them
Girl Scout Cookies are a beloved tradition for many, but have you ever stopped to think about how they started? What began as a small fundraiser over 100 years ago has grown into a nationwide event, bringing sweet treats to millions while supporting a bigger cause. The first Girl Scout Cookies were sold in 1917…
Agents vs Going It Alone
With so many services online to help buyers sell their home, why should someone consider using an agent? Agents offer many skills required to sell a home in a timely matter, and for the most money. For this blog post, we seek to share how hiring an agent is beneficial, so we asked Elaine Lee,…
The NEW fickling.com Launches Soon!
The NEW fickling.com features a responsive design and works great with smartphones and tablets! The new site will launch on March 15, 2015.
Tips for Investing in Commercial Real Estate in Today’s Climate
Buy or sell? List my property or keep it off the market until the market turns around? Engage the expertise of a seasoned commercial real estate broker or try to handle myself? These are all questions commercial real estate investors are faced with on a daily basis. One thing I think we are all keenly…
KEYS TO BUYING BANK OWNED ASSETS
The experience of buying bank owned assets may vary for many investors. For some, it can be a very rewarding process yet for others, somewhat frustrating. The trick is understanding and establishing a process that works for you. Below are a few tips that may be helpful to you while navigating the ever shifting landscape of…