Find more content like this on Zillow. 1. Make a great first impression: Make your home memorable. Home buying is an emotional purchase, with buyers deciding in the first 30 seconds of seeing the home if this is the one. The front entrance should be warm and welcoming. Photo courtesy of www.buzzfeed.com 2. Clean, Clean,…
Selling your home doesn’t have to mean tearing out cabinets or spending a fortune on renovations. In most cases, a few smart updates can make a big difference in how quickly your home sells — and how strong the offers are. If you’re getting ready to list, here are five practical improvements that can help…
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…
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…
Macon’s newest Starbucks Coffee opened in Lullwater East on Bass Road in September, serving their delicious coffee drinks to great crowds. It is a beautiful store and complements our shopping center very nicely. I would invite you to stop in, if you have not already. The Starbucks Coffee associates are always friendly and, if asked,…
As financial institutions are still trying to weather the storm from Subprime Mortgage Crisis, real estate investors should anticipate great challenges in 2008. The instability in the financial markets has had a domino effect in the investment market for commercial real estate assets. It first began with an impact on the lenders which moved right through…
Although it may still be cold outside, warmer days are coming fast! As spring approaches, we like to prepare for the warmth with a little sprucing up around the house. However, spring cleaning isn’t just about tidying up; it’s an opportunity to refresh your living space and breathe new life into every corner. Here are…
Most people who want to invest in real estate start off with single family residential properties. They do this because they are more familiar with residential property, and the thought of owning commercial property is scary to the new investor. I know investors who own multiple single family residences. However, because of the high maintenance…
If you live anywhere in the South, you know the end of July is the start of the real heat. Without a pool or beach, it can feel like you are stuck indoors to stay cool. Luckily, if you live in or near Macon, there are many ways to get you and the family out…
Real estate investors know that what they earn largely depends on the market. When you own Macon rental property, the amount of rent you collect is influenced by a number of factors outside of your control. However, there are plenty of things you can do to ensure you’re earning as much as possible on your investment property.
