3 Things You’ll Need to Get a Home Loan Getting a new home loan can seem like an intimidating process. Yes, the process does require a lot of paperwork, but it makes sense considering this is one of the largest financial investments most families make. There are many misconceptions out there when it comes to…
We often encounter owners who aren’t sure if they should sell or rent their property in Macon. Perhaps you’re moving out of the area for work or you’re moving out of your house into something larger or smaller or closer to your family. Whatever your circumstances happen to be, we can help you determine whether…
From 2004 to 2006 the U.S. Lodging industry experienced the strongest revpar growth in 22 years. One chain scale that has continued to sustain record-breaking success is the category labeled “midscale without food and beverage.” These properties represent 8,096 hotels with 705,305 guestrooms or 16.6 percent of the total U.S. room supply. Through May 2007,…
8 Essential House Hunting Tips for Home Buyers Consider your finances before you start your search. You don’t want to fall in love with a home you can’t afford, so determine how much you can spend on your home. Think about the various types of properties you’re most interested in and list all home amenities…
As the real estate market in this region continues to grow and boom, businesses — both major corporations and small start up companies — may begin to question whether they should lease or purchase property for their business to locate. The question is a valid one and the answer is simple – both! At some…
It may be hard to believe, but the back-to-school season is right around the corner. As summer wraps up, now is the perfect time to get your home organized and ready for a fresh start. A well-prepped space can ease the transition and set your whole family up for a successful school year. Here are…
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…
Macon, Georgia, is a hidden gem when it comes to music history. It’s the kind of place where musical legends were born and raised, and where the history of their impact in music lives on. Everywhere you look there is a story or a place that made significant impacts in music. We’re going to look…
Gardening in the summer can be both rewarding and challenging, especially in a climate like Georgia’s. With its hot, humid days and warm nights, Georgia’s summer presents unique conditions that can affect your garden’s health and productivity. Here are some tips to help your garden thrive during the summer months in the Peach State. 1….
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and the Macon Economic Development Commission (MEDC) hosted their 155th Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 3rd at Middle Georgia State University. During the meeting Patty Burns, a broker with Fickling & Company, received the Ambassador of the Year Award. The Ambassadors Committee maintains and enhances a membership retention program…
