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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Should you Rent or Sell your Macon Investment Property?
We often encounter owners who aren’t sure if they should sell or rent their property in Macon. Perhaps you’re moving out of the area for work or you’re moving out of your house into something larger or smaller or closer to your family. Whatever your circumstances happen to be, we can help you determine whether…
Warner Robins Real Estate Market Q1 2009
2008 in Warner Robins and Houston County was an interesting year. Warner Robins was singled out and named “The Best Place to Raise a Family in Georgia” by Business Week Magazine. Shortly thereafter the announcement came that Warner Robins was chosen as the Southeastern Headquarters for the National Little League Association. Houston County Board of…
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,…
Halloween in Macon
Halloween in Macon, GA, is filled with spooky fun, from family-friendly festivals to eerie haunted attractions. Whether you’re looking for a night of trick-or-treating, live entertainment, or a good scare, Macon has something for everyone. Here are some of the top Halloween events happening this year. 1. Spirits in October at Riverside Cemetery One of…
Tips on Handling Security Deposit Returns in Macon, GA
Security deposit law in Georgia can be confusing, and you can easily make an expensive mistake by not doing something correctly. Working with a professional property manager can help; we understand the laws and keep you in compliance. When you’re collecting, holding, and returning a tenant’s security deposit, make sure you’re not setting yourself up…
Thanksgiving Made Simple
Hosting Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little planning and a relaxed approach, you can create a cozy, welcoming celebration that everyone will enjoy—including you! Here are some tips for a laid-back Thanksgiving that keeps things festive and fun: 1. Keep the Menu Simple There’s no need to go overboard. Focus on a…
Easy and Inexpensive Improvements to Increase Your Home’s Value
If you’re selling your home and want to get more buyers in the door, there are a few quick, easy and inexpensive things that you can do to make your home stand out from the competition. First, your curb appeal will decide if many buyers will want to see more. Look at your house from…
Are New Year’s Resolutions Overrated? (And What They Mean for Real Estate)
Every January, we all get caught up in the hype of New Year’s resolutions. We’re going to lose weight, save money, or finally get around to organizing that messy garage. But what about resolutions tied to real estate? Whether you’re dreaming of buying your first home, selling your current one, or diving into investment properties,…
The Hotel and Hospitality Real Estate Market
Being Fickling & Company’s newest addition, I am proud to join in on enhancing the company’s success. It is a great pleasure to be with a company that has been around for such a long time and is highly reputable with continuous growth. I bring to the company over 18 years of hospitality industry experience in…
St. George Island Real Estate Market Part 1
The Forgotten Coast, located in the Panhandle of Florida, stretches from Alligator Point (south of Tallahassee) westward to Mexico Beach. The name was coined in the early nineties when a Florida tourism group “forgot” to include information about this area on their map. This prompted a local group to create their own brochure and map…