From Bistros to Barbecue: A Taste Tour of Our Favorite Restaurants

We have curated the perfect list of our favorite restaurants in towns we are frequently in. From cozy cafes to upscale establishments, we’ve carefully selected the top spots for their delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. Join us as we celebrate the flavors, creativity, and hospitality that define each dining destination. Whether you’re a food enthusiast,…

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    A Commercial Real Estate Lease Defined

    In my articles in the past newsletters I have discussed topics such as office vacancies and occupancy, valuing properties and key commercial terms to name a few.  Most of the time I come up with the different subjects from questions from my clients.  So suffice to say that is the same with this article.  When…

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      Is Now A Good Time To Buy Commercial Real Estate?

      2008 is a great time to BUY Real Estate because some investors as well as some banks are overleveraged. Over the last few years many investors in the commercial real estate market are feeling the same payment problems as residential homeowners.  They have bought their commercial investments and because of the increase in interest rates,…

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      Coming Soon: Fickling & Company Quick Tip Videos

      Have you ever wanted to invest in rental property? If you are reading this the answer is probably yes.  Owning rental real estate is a great way to build wealth; however, unless a person has current knowledge of the rental industry there could be several setbacks. As an industry leader since 1939, Fickling & Company has…

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        Commercial Real Estate Forecast 2008

        Whew!!  2007 – “That Was The Year That Was”.  That statement, the modified title of a 1970’s TV series, poignantly describes our past year in the world of Commercial Real Estate.  We saw a lot: frenzied buying, unbelievably low cap rates, non-recourse money, a lot of mezz debt and equity, 100% financing and THEN almost…

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          Commercial Real Estate Investing and Aquisitions

          It appears the Federal Reserve is finally done with its interest rate hikes in the wake of mixed economic signals on inflation and housing.  Besides rising energy prices, inflation has been tamed for the time being.  Employment statistics still look good, but wage increases for most workers have been almost non-existent.  The Ten Year U.S….

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          2018 Fickling & Company Picnic

          Fickling & Company Annual Picnic The annual picnic is a family fun event at Fickling & Company. The gathering is hosted on the Fickling Farm located in Macon, Georgia. As a family-owned real estate company, since 1939, the annual picnic is a long-standing tradition. Everyone gathers on the farm for good food, slushies, fishing, and of course…

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