COVID-19 and the Moratorium on Dispossessory Actions

The COVID-19 pandemic led to federal and local moratoriums on evictions, primarily through the CARES Act which protected tenants in federally backed housing until August 25, 2020. Landlords facing financial hardship because of the moratoriums received relief through PPP loans and mortgage forbearance options.

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House Flipping and Potential Legal Pitfalls

Real estate flipping can be profitable but carries risks and requires you to navigate FHA re-selling restrictions, mortgage loan disclosures, and title requirements. Mortgage fraud schemes can also inflate property values while title issues can make ownership unclear.

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Understanding a Georgia Quiet Title Action

A quiet title action is a legal process used to resolve disputes or defects in property ownership, such as unclear boundaries, unresolved liens, or conflicting claims, resulting in a clear title and uncontested ownership. A primary benefit of pursuing a quiet title action is to prevent future challenges to ownership of a property.

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Georgia SBA Disaster Relief in the Wake of COVID-19

In response to COVID-19 shutdowns, the SBA is offering Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to Georgia small businesses at 3.75% interest with terms up to 30 years. The loans are aimed at helping businesses stay afloat during the economic crisis caused by the pandemic.

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COVID-19 and Force Majeure Clauses

When contracts disputes arise because of unforeseen events caused by COVID-19, a party may rely on a force majeure clause or the doctrine of frustration. A force majeure clause limits damages if an event outside the control of a party prevents performance, while the doctrine of frustration excuses performance if an event radically alters the contract’s purpose.

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