The second quarter of 2006 ended with total available Industrial Property inventory up significantly, as predicted. The official closing of the Brown & Williamson Tobacco plant added over 2 million square feet to the market, to bring the total vacant to over 4 million square feet. However, the high available inventory is primarily attributed to large…
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…
As the Multi-Family Property Manager for Fickling & Company’s private market, I enjoy helping people find a new place to live. Many apartment hunters are tired of living at the average apartment community and are looking for a little more. People are looking for unique floor plans, windows with a view and a property manager…
Surprisingly enough, it’s already almost that time of year again. As summer winds down and the back-to-school season approaches, it’s time to get your home in order for the new school year. Creating an organized, functional, and welcoming environment can make the transition smoother for everyone in the family. Here are some tips to help…
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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…
As predicted, the Bibb County Industrial Market experienced a substantial vacancy increase in 2006 with the 2.2 million square foot Brown & Williamson Plant officially being added to the existing vacancy inventory of more than 2 million square feet of space. Total Industrial space in the Bibb County market increased to 16 million square feet in…
Looking back at the remarkable year we’ve just enjoyed in Middle Georgia’s retail real estate market and ahead to 2007, I am going to make some projections. I have always said that key to the economy’s remaining positive is Consumer Spending. Everything I’ve read shows Consumer Spending slowing, but continuing in a positive vein for 2007….
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…
If there is one thing I’ve learned in the multi-family industry, it is vital to have a quality resident retention plan in place in order to maintain a high occupancy. If your customers are pleased with you after they move in and stay that way through their lease term, they are more likely to remain…
