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…
In our last article, we stated that we thought the housing market would continue to slump until mid-year and then start to stabilize. We may have been too optimistic. We now believe the housing slump will continue through year end and start to stabilize in early 2008. Some of the statistics that influenced our prediction…
Whew!! 2007 – “That Was The Year That Was”. That statement, the modified title of a 1970’s TV series, poignantly describes our past year in the world of Commercial Real Estate. We saw a lot: frenzied buying, unbelievably low cap rates, non-recourse money, a lot of mezz debt and equity, 100% financing and THEN almost…
As the first quarter of 2007 comes to an end, we see the volume of leases and sales increased over the first quarter of 2006. Due to a sharp increase in supply, the vacancy rate has risen since the first of the year in the small office and retail market. Several new strip centers and…
Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked. – Warren Buffett Open any newspaper or turn on any news channel and you will hear the same thing: The Real Estate market is doomed. Interest rates are beginning to rise while the numbers of new real estate buyers are shrinking. Not to…
Middle Georgia is full of charm, culture, and—thankfully—great coffee. Whether you’re a student cramming for finals, a remote worker looking for a cozy spot, or just someone who enjoys a quality latte, the coffee scenes in Macon, Warner Robins, and Milledgeville offer plenty of options. Here’s a guide to some of the best coffee shops…
After attending the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference this March 2009 and hearing the famous economist from Georgia State University Rajeev Dhawan the industry outlook is not pretty. With lenders, franchisors, and industry experts having no answer to when the economy will turn and be positive. The Pain Is Now The PKF-HR March 2009 national forecast…
Current and prospective clients come to us with a lot of questions, and we’re always happy to answer them. Today, we are answering five of the most common questions we hear about property management in Warner Robins. 1. How do you Choose Tenants? You should always know how your management company selects and places tenants….
A roof is more than just a protective cover over your head; it’s a crucial component of your home’s structure that shields you and your belongings from the elements. However, roofs wear down over time, and the importance of replacing an aging or damaged roof cannot be overstated. Here’s why getting a new roof is…
Retail was on the mind of over 40,000 people, the number of those who attended the International Council of Shopping Center’s 50th Annual Spring Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada from May 20ththrough the 23rd. Twelve commercial real estate agents from Fickling and Company took advantage of the opportunity and met with many national retailers and existing…
