Bob McMahon Panelist for the 2016 Macon-Bibb Mayoral Forum

The Macon-Bibb mayoral candidates spoke on topics such as education, road infrastructure, and the best and worst of the Macon-Bibb consolidation on Tuesday, April 12th, 2016 during a forum held at the Douglass Theater. The event was televised by 13WMAZ and video clips, pertaining to the major topics, are currently featured on their website. The guest panelists echoed the…

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    Refinancing & Home Equity Loans

    Why Are So Many Homeowners Under Water? Guy Gunn The term “under water” has come to mean that owners owe more on their home than it is worth in the marketplace. So how does this occur? During the financial troubles of the late 70’s and early 80’s, we saw interest rates peak in the 16%…

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    Millennials + Home Buying = Growing Trend

    Experts had predicted that Millennials would be the renting generation; however, 2015-2016 numbers are proving quite the opposite. According to U.S. News — millennials, who are currently between ages 25 and 34, make up the largest share of homebuyers at 32 percent. As Millennials look for opportunities to build personal wealth they are turning steadily…

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    Thanksgiving Made Simple

    Hosting Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little planning and a relaxed approach, you can create a cozy, welcoming celebration that everyone will enjoy—including you! Here are some tips for a laid-back Thanksgiving that keeps things festive and fun: 1. Keep the Menu Simple There’s no need to go overboard. Focus on a…

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      Fickling acquires Fieldstone Apartments

      Fickling & Co., Inc. is pleased to announce our newest multifamily acquisition, Fieldstone Apartments.  Fieldstone is located in Mebane, North Carolina, a second-tier market centrally located between Raleigh/Durham and Greensboro, North Carolina.   Fickling and its joint venture partner out of New York closed on the property on June 19, 2007. Fieldstone, our new community, consists…

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        St. George Island Real Estate Market Part 1

        The Forgotten Coast, located in the Panhandle of Florida, stretches from Alligator Point (south of Tallahassee) westward to Mexico Beach.  The name was coined in the early nineties when a Florida tourism group “forgot” to include information about this area on their map.  This prompted a local group to create their own brochure and map…

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