Buying a home is an exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. It’s easy to make mistakes along the way, but with some foresight, you can avoid the most common ones. Here’s a relaxed guide to help you navigate the process smoothly. Not Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage One of the first…
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…
Placing a good tenant in your Macon rental property is important to the success of your investment. You want to avoid the stress and expense that comes with bad tenants by placing tenants who will pay rent on time, take care of your home, and follow the terms of your lease agreement. When you’re looking…
The holiday season is a festive time of year filled with the hustle and bustle of shopping and memorable moments with co-workers, friends, and family. Gifts piled high as Fickling & Company of Warner Robins prepared for their annual office-wide holiday party. Everyone chatted and laughed while enjoying the delicious food; however, as attendees exchanged…
The second quarter of 2007 ended with total available inventory stable as predicted. However, the choices for products under 10,000 sf have increased. This is attributed to the addition of new development in the area as well as existing space being vacated. The preferred space seems to be Class A with 1000 sf of office…
Fickling & Company’s Epps Named to Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Marketing and Technology Advisory Council Macon, GA – 28th February 2018 – Josh Epps, Chief Information Officer & Vice President of Fickling & Company in Macon, Georgia, has been elected to the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Marketing and Technology…
Girl Scout Cookies are a beloved tradition for many, but have you ever stopped to think about how they started? What began as a small fundraiser over 100 years ago has grown into a nationwide event, bringing sweet treats to millions while supporting a bigger cause. The first Girl Scout Cookies were sold in 1917…
By all accounts, Fickling & Company’s Year End Review & Forecast was a smashing success. We have been overwhelmed with positive feedback. The panelists did a superb job answering questions and explaining their views on real estate trends and the current market. Attendees left with a better understanding of the Middle Georgia real estate market. …
Why has the sub-prime mortgage debacle resulted in a credit crunch on commercial mortgage backed securities lenders (CMBS) as well? Well, most insiders don’t believe it is a direct result of the sub-prime hangover. They believe it has been in the works since the beginning of the second quarter when Moody’s issued a warning that…
Fickling & Company’s Multi-Family Division has had an extraordinary year. Our apartment portfolio has doubled in size, and revenues are up by 55% over last year’s operating results. The Fourth Quarter has been particularly successful for the Fickling properties. We have consistently outperformed the market, with occupancies averaging 95% or greater. Market rents have also…
