Fickling of Florida Blog

Old Man Winter, begone!  It certainly seems Groundhog Phil read the right signs.  It doesn't slow us down too much down here in Franklin County Florida - we've had plenty of warm and sunny days to charge the batteries and go fishing, even if only cast netting for mullet.   Then after dark, there is plenty to do inside.  The Mardi Gras celebration at the Dixie Theater in Apalachicola  was enjoyed by a full house, with great music, great food and successful silent auction.  All told about $4,000 was raised for Habitat for Humanity and Franklin's Promise.  There is something at the Dixie every weekend for the next three months, no boredom allowed! 

January was a solid month for St. George Island real estate sales and upcoming sales activity in all areas (Apalachicola, Carrabelle and Eastpoint) looks positive too.  We are seeing a pent up demand for property at true market value.  Homes are significantly more affordable than they've been in recent years and most buyers are "end users", intending to enjoy the home and area, knowing full well this is a long term investment.  The online auction for the four local properties (a beachfront home and townhome on St. George Island,  creekfront lot in Carrabelle and commercial property in Apalachicola) ends Wednesday, February 17th - it's not too late to register to bid!

Judging from the reservations in the Fickling Vacation Rental department, we are going to have a busy spring break and summer season.   Last year many guests waited till a week before their vacation to book a rental home and that may still be true this year but many others are starting now!  Our list of rental homes is ever-growing so visit our website to see the new homes www.ficklingvacationrentals.com
We hope all is well with you and yours!  If there is anything we can do for you, don't hesitate to call.