We’re happy to announce Kari Pollock joining the Fickling & Company team. In her own words: “I am committed to my clients and work hard to achieve results for them. Because the real estate industry is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day, you need a professional that understands the industry and is positioned to…
In my articles in the past newsletters I have discussed topics such as office vacancies and occupancy, valuing properties and key commercial terms to name a few. Most of the time I come up with the different subjects from questions from my clients. So suffice to say that is the same with this article. When…
State law prohibits a broker from representing a buyer as a client without first entering into a written agreement with the buyer under O.C.G.A. 10-6A-1 Understanding what the statement means An exclusive agreement means that the buyer agrees to hire the broker to act as the buyer’s exclusive real estate agent in order to assist…
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…
So you’ve decided to put your house on the market? You must separate yourself from sentimental feelings and price it so that more buyers see it — and notice it. Here’s how. You’re selling your home. Here’s the big question: Should you set the price high, expecting buyers will bargain you down eventually? Or should…
The experience of buying bank owned assets may vary for many investors. For some, it can be a very rewarding process yet for others, somewhat frustrating. The trick is understanding and establishing a process that works for you. Below are a few tips that may be helpful to you while navigating the ever shifting landscape of…
If you’re selling your home and want to get more buyers in the door, there are a few quick, easy and inexpensive things that you can do to make your home stand out from the competition. First, your curb appeal will decide if many buyers will want to see more. Look at your house from…
It could not be any truer today than ever, “YOU MAKE MONEY WHEN YOU BUY”. Buying foreclosed commercial real estate can be a very rewarding opportunity for your future. There are some things to be considered and to be cautious about. When buying a foreclosed commercial property, whether it is land, bulk lots, retail or office building or…
Buying a home is one of the most important decisions anyone can make. Most buyers start by “accident” calling from a sign or checking the internet out of curiosity. Since they probably have done little or no homework or don’t know the right questions to ask – this could be a risky experience. Interviewing with…
Buy or sell? List my property or keep it off the market until the market turns around? Engage the expertise of a seasoned commercial real estate broker or try to handle myself? These are all questions commercial real estate investors are faced with on a daily basis. One thing I think we are all keenly…
