Over the years, working as a property manager, I have found myself wearing hats of many colors and sizes. Property Management duties didn’t start when the lease was signed nor did it end when the tenant moved-out. The property manager is responsible for every aspect of the asset. One might say a property manager is the…
Summer tends to bring a lot of action to the real estate world. From more houses selling, more people wanting to buy, price changes and changes in the market, there is a lot to stay on top of if you are looking to buy or sell a home. Let’s go over a few things you…
Fickling Management Services is pleased to announce several reassignments in its multifamily property management business sector. Those assignments include: Mr. Jason Girvin to Vice President, Multifamily Property Management Ms. Michelle Fischer to Director of Operations, Multifamily Property Management Ms. Macia Hamirani to Director of Training and Compliance, Multifamily Property Management According to Bob McMahon, President…
As I wrote in my previous article, 2006 was the year of the private investor. Will 2007 be another year for the private investor? Equity funds and institutions have recently surpassed investments from private investors. This trend is unlikely to slow anytime soon since pension funds still report a great deal of pent-up investment demand. But…
On March 24, 2008 the National Association of Realtors announced that existing home sales in February rose 2.9% over January sales. This ended a seven month string of steady declines and was the first sign that the real estate market might be showing signs of recovery. February 2008 sales were still 23.8% below February 2007…
The National Multi-family Market was stronger in 2006 than it has been in the past few years. Owners were able to increase rates while decreasing the amount of concessions given to new tenants. Occupancy rates in many markets, increased as the supply of apartments were constrained due to the conversion of apartments into condominiums. Also,…
Spring is a great time to start a garden in Georgia. The weather is warming up, and plants are ready to grow. Whether you’re planting flowers, vegetables, or shrubs, these simple tips will help your garden thrive. But did you know that spring is also the best time to sell your home? Just like a…
A 1031 tax deferred property exchange allows you to defer taxes on the property sale. You will have more money in hand to invest in another property. This benefit translates into investment savings. In effect, you receive an interest free loan from the government in the amount you would be paying in taxes. The Federal Government…
Have you ever wanted to invest in rental property? If you are reading this the answer is probably yes. Owning rental real estate is a great way to build wealth; however, unless a person has current knowledge of the rental industry there could be several setbacks. As an industry leader since 1939, Fickling & Company has…
Buying a house might seem like something you do later in life—but getting into the market while you’re young can actually be a major win. Sure, it’s a big step, but with a little planning and the right mindset, homeownership in your 20s or early 30s can set you up for long-term success. Start Building…
