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…
Fickling & Company Vacation Rentals Launches Redesigned Website Fickling & Company Vacation Rentals announced today the launch of its newly revamped website. The redesigned site will offer quick and easy access for booking family-friendly vacations on St. George Island, Florida. The website features a wide variety of homes to accommodate families of any size. Whether…
Construction of new retail development continues to grow in the Macon and Warner Robins area. Thanks to strong demographics, new stores are focusing on north Macon and southwest Warner Robins. Both Macon and Warner Robins continue to expand their retail markets to new locations outside existing retail corridors. Warner Robins is seeing growth on South…
Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions that many people make in their lives. It is a tedious process, and it can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. Understanding the first steps in buying a house is crucial to ensure that you’re making informed decisions and moving towards your goals….
Bank Owned . . . sound familiar? In today’s world of commercial real estate, most of us are now all too familiar with such terms as “REO” (Real Estate Owned) or “OREO” (Other Real Estate Owned) or “CREO” (Commercial Real Estate Owned). It is far more normal in the current market to see bank owned…
The Bibb County apartment market continued to be active in 2008, albeit considerably slower than 2007. The capital crunch caused lenders to adopt more stringent lending standards or stop completely making loans. The loan to value dropped to 75-80% and actual NOI was used to arrive at the value. The demand for apartment complexes, especially…
If this is your first experience renting out a home, you may be wondering where to start. We’re here to tell you where to start and what comes next.
First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to selling your home. Whether you’re a seasoned real estate pro or a first-time seller, staging your home for an open house can make a world of difference in attracting potential buyers. Here are some expert tips to help you transform your space into a buyer’s dream:…
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…
Much has happened in the world since our last newsletter. We have “officially” entered into an economic recession that has negatively impacted virtually every industry. No one really knows for sure but most knowledgeable folks seem to believe that we can hope to emerge from this downturn late this year or early 2010. Real Estate,…
