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…
In 2008, the average occupancy for Central Georgia was 89.5%, a 1% improvement over the prior year’s results. The markets experiencing the greatest increase in 2008 over 2007 were East Macon at 5%, Milledgeville at 5.5% and Warner Robins at 2%. The markets experiencing the greatest year-over-year downturn were Downtown Macon at 3% and North…
As we are moving into the 3rd quarter of the year, the hospitality industry is still strong in the commercial sector. However, even though the sellers are holding onto pricing of a minimum of four times or more, the gross revenues excluding taxes buyers have slowed down and are being more conscious on paying the price which…
If you’re looking to sell your home, upgrading your kitchen can be a smart investment to make your home stand out to potential buyers. We would argue the Kitchen is the most important room in the house. It is a place for gathering, entertainment and a sense of togetherness. The process of remodeling can be…
As usual, Warner Robins continues to grow with new projects announced in the second quarter of 2007. A 232-unit apartment project is under construction on Leverette Road west of Hatcher Road. The Oasis Shopping Center on S. Houston Lake Road is nearing completion. Circuit City has begun construction at 2951 Watson between Hobby Lobby and…
This Mother’s Day, why not show Mom just how much she means to you by treating her to a delightful brunch outing? Brunch is the perfect opportunity to spoil her with delicious food, quality time, and heartfelt conversation. Whether you opt for a cozy café or an elegant restaurant, the joy of sharing a meal…
Hurricane Irma Updates for the Fickling & Company Service Areas Fickling & Company is dedicated to providing Hurricane Irma updates for our customers, clients, and residents. At this time the most up-to-date information will be each county’s emergency management website. Please locate the link to your county’s website below: Bibb County: Click Here Serving Macon, Georgia Bryan…
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…
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?”,…
