Recourse for Georgia New Construction Defects

If you discover defects in your newly-built Georgia home, document the defects, review your home warranty, and follow claim procedures. If the builder fails to respond, Georgia’s Right to Repair Act and the terms of your warranty may provide the basis for legal claims based on warranty enforcement, breach of contract, negligent construction, or fraud.

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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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