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…
Despite the softening economy and turmoil in the capital markets, investors continue to have confidence in the U.S. commercial real estate industry. In a survey showing that one in five investors expect the economy to be stronger in 2008, the majority still want to invest more funds into commercial real estate. Concerns about financing will…
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’s Multifamily Division had an outstanding 2007. Total Revenue increased by an average of 9% over 2006 operating results. Overall occupancy increased by an average of 5%. Our success was largely due to hiring and training highly professional and knowledgeable employees, effectively raising rents as availability dictated, closely monitoring expenses, maintaining a strong…
Investing in a rental property can be risky, and when you own a Warner Robins rental property, one of your main priorities is to protect it.
The world of real estate has certainly come a long way in the last 15 years or so. Online listings have completely changed the game. With all the new technology allowing home buyers to be able to take virtual tours, people are wondering if open houses are a thing of the past or if they…
Deciding to sell your home is a significant milestone that requires careful consideration. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a larger space, downsize, or relocate, knowing when you’re truly ready to put your home on the market is essential. Here are some key signs that indicate you might be prepared to take the next step:…
When you hire a professional Macon property management company, you’re looking for years of experience in the local market, additional expertise in the industry as a whole, and new ideas that will help you earn more and spend less on your investment.
Commercial Real Estate Trends for 2018 Online Purchases: Over the last decade, American consumers have continued the shift toward online purchases. According to Census.gov, E-commerce sales, in the first quarter of 2018, accounted for 9.3 percent of total sales The new craze of online shopping leaves the commercial real estate market with new opportunities for…
Macon’s newest Starbucks Coffee opened in Lullwater East on Bass Road in September, serving their delicious coffee drinks to great crowds. It is a beautiful store and complements our shopping center very nicely. I would invite you to stop in, if you have not already. The Starbucks Coffee associates are always friendly and, if asked,…
