Halloween is the one time of year we like being a little scared. However, when it comes to buying or selling a home, no one wants any real-life frights. As the nights get cooler and pumpkins pop up on porches, here are a few ways to keep your real estate plans from turning into a…
When you get ready to sell your property, there are a number of things to consider before listing. Who will market the property, how much to sell for, how and where to market the property, just to consider a few. Selling a property is a time consuming and tedious project therefore, consider the following questions before…
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?”,…
New Year’s resolution – noun: a promise to do something differently in the new year Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed., CEAP, RYT, a facilitator at Thomas F. Chapman FamilyCancer Wellness at Piedmont says, “The New Year offers a blank slate — anopportunity to get things right. When we set New Year’s resolutions, we are utilizinga very important…
Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions that many people make in their lives. It is a tedious process, and it can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. Understanding the first steps in buying a house is crucial to ensure that you’re making informed decisions and moving towards your goals….
As I wrote in my previous article, 2006 was the year of the private investor. Will 2007 be another year for the private investor? Equity funds and institutions have recently surpassed investments from private investors. This trend is unlikely to slow anytime soon since pension funds still report a great deal of pent-up investment demand. But…
If you are a landowner or in the market to buy land, there are Landowner Assistance programs that could be beneficial to you and your land. The programs offered by the USDA forest service are designed to help the private landowner protect, restore and sustain private forests. A few of the programs available are: Forest…
The real estate industry has recently learned of a fraud tactic being used against its customers involved in home purchases. The criminals involved in the fraud cases are using the compromised email accounts of Realtors, title company agents, and loan officers to have customers divert closing money to an account controlled by the criminals, as…
Spring is a great time to start a garden in Georgia. The weather is warming up, and plants are ready to grow. Whether you’re planting flowers, vegetables, or shrubs, these simple tips will help your garden thrive. But did you know that spring is also the best time to sell your home? Just like a…
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. …
