In our last article, we stated that we thought the housing market slump would continue through year end and start to stabilize in early 2008. Unfortunately, there has not been any news that changes our belief. Some of the recent statistics indicate that we may still be too optimistic. The Commerce Department reported on December…
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…
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…
Selling your home doesn’t have to mean tearing out cabinets or spending a fortune on renovations. In most cases, a few smart updates can make a big difference in how quickly your home sells — and how strong the offers are. If you’re getting ready to list, here are five practical improvements that can help…
If you’re a landlord or an investor in Warner Robins, you have probably heard at least one story about nightmare rental situations or tenants from hell. You are probably on a mission to avoid your own horror stories, and today we want to help you be a better and more successful rental property owner. Face…
The holidays are here, and there’s nothing like a good Christmas light display to get you in the spirit! If you’re in Middle Georgia, you’re in luck—Milledgeville, Macon, and Warner Robins go all out with festive lights that will make you feel like you’re walking through a winter wonderland. Milledgeville: Small Town, Big Holiday Vibes…
The holiday season is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to start prepping your home for the festivities. With some planning and thoughtful touches, you can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that will make your guests feel welcome, and your family feel the holiday spirit. Here’s a guide to help you…
Most people who want to invest in real estate start off with single family residential properties. They do this because they are more familiar with residential property, and the thought of owning commercial property is scary to the new investor. I know investors who own multiple single family residences. However, because of the high maintenance…
The second quarter of 2006 ended with total available Industrial Property inventory up significantly, as predicted. The official closing of the Brown & Williamson Tobacco plant added over 2 million square feet to the market, to bring the total vacant to over 4 million square feet. However, the high available inventory is primarily attributed to large…
In this video financial expert, Jill Schlesinger shares how critical it is for homes entering the market to be priced appropriately in order to build adequate interest. The first three weeks of a home’s entrance on the market are the most critical for creating interest and attracting buyers, and buyers often dismiss a listing that is…
