Buying a piece of land and building on it is an exciting journey, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Whether you’re dreaming of a custom home or starting a new project, here are some simple tips to help you along the way. 1. Do Your Homework Before you buy, take time to…
In the twenty-seven some odd years I have been in the commercial real estate business, I have been asked quite frequently how we, in our profession, value property. Things like “How do you value a piece of commercial property?”, “What do you think my property is worth?”, “How do I go about purchasing commercial property?”,…
With nearly $18 million dollars worth of commercial building permits for the first quarter of 2008, Houston County keeps growing. Highlights include the new Publix shopping center on the Perry Parkway and a new hotel on Fairview Drive in Perry. After more than a decade of planning the I-75 Frontage Road connecting Watson Boulevard and…
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Improving fundamentals across all property types is drawing a greater amount of investors to value-added assets. While there are still investors focusing on acquiring stable, well-leased assets, others have shifted their attention to buying value-added properties that offer income and value appreciation and higher returns through retenanting, repositioning, and/or the releasing of available space. It…
Fickling & Company is a full-service property management company in Macon and the surrounding areas. We’re committed to providing excellent real estate services to our community, and we’re especially interested in helping our clients do more with their investments. With our help, both owners and tenants can have a pleasant and successful rental experience. When…
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…
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:…
It may be hard to believe, but the back-to-school season is right around the corner. As summer wraps up, now is the perfect time to get your home organized and ready for a fresh start. A well-prepped space can ease the transition and set your whole family up for a successful school year. Here are…
It’s critical to place and keep a good tenant quickly. We have some ideas on how to avoid long vacancy periods with your own rental home.
