Federal Programs for Timber Real Estate

    If you are a landowner or in the market to buy land, there are Landowner Assistance programs that could be beneficial to you and your land.  The programs offered by the USDA forest service are designed to help the private landowner protect, restore and sustain private forests.  A few of the programs available are: Forest…

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    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…

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    Macon Eats!

    Macon might be known for its music history and Southern roots, but the food scene holds its own. Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or have lived here for years, there are a handful of restaurants that consistently stand out. Downtown, The Rookery is one of those places everyone ends up at sooner or later….

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      Fickling At ICSC 2009

      Fickling and Company associates recently attended the International Council of Shopping Center’s annual Leasing Mall and Trade Expo held May 17 through 20 in Las Vegas, Nevada.   The company’s retail Sales, Leasing and Development divisions were represented at the annual event which provides retailers and property owners a great venue to update each other on…

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      Why Spring is the Best Time to Sell!

      If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, spring is hard to beat. There’s a reason it’s known as the busiest season in real estate—this is when everything tends to line up in a seller’s favor. For starters, buyers are out in full force. Warmer weather and longer days naturally get people moving, and many…

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        Commercial Office Space Measurement

        “Give an inch take a mile… I wouldn’t touch it with a ten foot pole… a miss is as good as a mile… he won’t budge an inch.” There are all kinds of metaphors for measurements and some are really confusing. Well, commercial office space measurement can be just as confusing. What I will try…

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