What the End of the Eviction Ban Means for Georgia Landlords & Renters

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Dec 18, 2020

As COVID-19 protections end, Georgia renters may face eviction for nonpayment starting January 1, 2021. The eviction process begins with a demand from the landlord, followed by a summons and the potential for a trial. If the landlord wins at trial, an eviction order is issued; however, a renter may avoid eviction by paying back rent and costs within seven days.

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Benefits for Veteran-Owned Georgia Businesses

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Nov 11, 2020

Georgia supports veteran entrepreneurs through tax exemptions, education, funding, and contracting opportunities. Eligible veterans can receive a 10-year local tax exemption, guidance from programs like the SBA, VBOC, and VECTR, and access to funding resources and priority for government contracts.

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Can a Ghost Affect Your Real Estate Closing?

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Oct 30, 2020

In a New York real estate court case, a buyer was allowed to rescind a contract because the seller, despite publicly promoting the home as haunted, failed to disclose the home’s ghostly residents to the buyer. Although this case was unique, buyers and sellers need to understand the duty to disclose in a real estate deal.

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What You Need to Know About Georgia General Partnerships

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Oct 22, 2020

In Georgia, a general partnership automatically forms when two or more people co-own a business for profit, offering simplicity, pass-through taxation, and flexibility. Risks of operating as general partners include unlimited personal liability and potential complications in transferring ownership. A partnership agreement can help clarify roles and responsibilities if you choose to form a general partnership.

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