A 1031 Tax Exchange allows you to defer taxes on the sale of a property. It will allow you to have more money to invest in another real estate transaction. You are actually using the money from the sale toward a purchase instead of paying it to the government in taxes. This relates to a…
As predicted, the Bibb County Industrial Market experienced a substantial vacancy increase in 2006 with the 2.2 million square foot Brown & Williamson Plant officially being added to the existing vacancy inventory of more than 2 million square feet of space. Total Industrial space in the Bibb County market increased to 16 million square feet in…
From 2004 to 2006 the U.S. Lodging industry experienced the strongest revpar growth in 22 years. One chain scale that has continued to sustain record-breaking success is the category labeled “midscale without food and beverage.” These properties represent 8,096 hotels with 705,305 guestrooms or 16.6 percent of the total U.S. room supply. Through May 2007,…
Top 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t List Your Home As A FSBO (For Sale By Owner) As home prices continue to rise, a lack of inventory remains a crucial challenge in today’s market which has some homeowners trying to sell their homes on their own. 1) Exposure to Prospective Buyers A whopping 95% of buyers utilize online…
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…
Back-to-school likely means back to a busier schedule for you and your family. But with a little decluttering and some smart organizing hacks, you can make this school year the best one yet. Here’s everything you need for back-to-school organizing to get your house in shape for the new school year. ORGANIZE CLOSET SPACE IN KID’S…
Fickling & Company’s Multi-Family Division has had an extraordinary year. Our apartment portfolio has doubled in size, and revenues are up by 55% over last year’s operating results. The Fourth Quarter has been particularly successful for the Fickling properties. We have consistently outperformed the market, with occupancies averaging 95% or greater. Market rents have also…
Owning a home offers numerous advantages over renting, making it a desirable goal for many. Here are several key benefits: Financial Benefits Equity Building: One of the most significant financial advantages of owning a home is the ability to build equity. As you make mortgage payments, you increase your ownership stake in the property. This…
Rental property accounting doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does have to be precise. When you’re earning income from your rental properties and spending money on things like maintenance, marketing, and tenant screening, you need to have an accounting of all that. Most rental property owners don’t get into the real estate business because…
Retailers are always looking at the demographics of one area compared to another, to help them determine where they want to locate the next store. Forbes Magazine recently ran an article on where they thought the 200 best places in the country were located and why. This article was published just after tax-day and at the…
