Macon Industrial Real Estate Market Forecast 2009

    Warehouse/industrial Market activity slowed in the 4th quarter of 2008, however the year ended with stabilized occupancy at 73%, basically unchanged from 2007. Occupancy in 2009 is expected to decrease. The construction industry is cutting back on occupied space as the cautious business climate and lack of financing continue to exert a negative influence in…

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      Hospitality Real Estate Market Q2 2008

      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,…

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        Mark-to-Market Accounting, What Is It?

        Mark-to-Market Accounting is assigning a value to a financial instrument or asset, based on current market price or the fair-value of the asset. The term originated with futures trading a century ago. When taking a position, a trader, would deposit money on the margin to protect the Exchange against loss. At the end of the…

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        Make the Most Out of Your Open House!

        To maximize attraction for an open house, combining online promotion, local networking, and strategic event planning is essential. Here’s how to ensure a standout turnout: 1. Leverage Social Media Buzz Use social media to create buzz. Post high-quality images, short video teasers, and even a live house tour on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok…

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          Bibb County Apartment Market Update Q2 2009

          The Bibb County apartment market continued to be active in 2008 and the first quarter of 2009, 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…

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