Georgia Squatter Reform Act: What Property Owners Need to Know
Property owners are caught off guard from coast-to-coast with the surge in squatter activity over the last few years and one of the nation’s main hotbeds is right here in Metro Atlanta. Last year we tackled how squatters were increasingly taking possession of homes in Georgia and why the traditional dispossessory process used in landlord/tenant […]
Who Foots the Bill When a Neighbor’s Tree Falls on Your Property? The Answer May Surprise.
While fall in Metro Atlanta brings welcome relief from the oppressive summer heat, the change in seasons is often accompanied by at least one significant tropical storm event battering the area, as evidenced by the recent flooding wrought by Helene. After every big storm, be it of the ice or rain variety, our office is […]
Buyer Beware: What Unmarried Couples Should Know Before Purchasing a Home Together
Traditional rites of passage often fall by the wayside as times change, and one of the clearest examples can be seen in the current housing market. According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly one out of five first-time homebuyers are now unmarried couples. That’s the highest percentage ever recorded and nearly a five-fold increase […]
Ejecting Squatters and Intruders in Georgia
Rising issue of squatters and unlawful intruders in metro Atlanta. Solutions to trespass available under O.C.G.A. § 44-11-30
Legal Considerations When Buying a Commercial Property for Your Business
Businesses thinking of purchasing properties in which to conduct their operations as opposed to continuing to lease should consider these factors.
Georgia’s Stormwater Law for Adjoining Properties
Dealing with rain and hills are realities for property owners in Georgia. Consequently, Georgia’s stormwater law provides rights and responsibilities for both uphill and downhill property owners.
DeKalb County and City of Atlanta Review Procedures and Inspections Update
DeKalb County and City of Atlanta continue to update procedures.
Residential Landlords & COVID-19
Analysis of the issues residential landlords are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically relating to decreased rent payments.
