What Happens If the Seller Doesn’t Disclose Defects in a Home?
You just purchased a home and were very excited to move in. You had inspections performed, and everything seemed okay. You were thrilled with your purchase and ready to start a new chapter in your life. You soon met your new neighbors, who were happy to talk about the seller. That’s when you discovered that […]
What Should You Do If Your Neighbor’s Yard Is Overgrown?
You have been living in this area of town for several years, and you’ve always liked your neighbors. They were friendly and kept their property up nicely. You were sad to see them go when they decided to move, but their family was growing and they needed more room. Now, however, you have a new […]
What If Your Georgia Landlord Won’t Make Repairs?
Whether it’s a leaky faucet that’s driving you crazy and increasing your water bill or a broken air conditioner that’s making you miserable in the heat, you rely on your landlord to make the repairs. After all, that’s one of the biggest benefits of being a renter, right? However, landlords aren’t always the most conscientious […]
Quiet Title Action Falls Flat Due to No-show in Court
A lawsuit over the rightful ownership of a piece of property in Arkansas has made national headlines because it involves Josh Duggar, the well-known former star of the reality TV show “19 Kids and Counting.” It’s a spectacular example of how not to handle a quiet title action. When there are questions about who actually […]
The Importance of a Clear Lease Agreement for Student Rentals
When purchasing a rental investment, buying a home suitable for student tenants could seem like a good choice. There are many colleges in Georgia, ranging from sprawling urban campuses to smaller, specialized technical schools, each with its own population of students to house. While this can be a lucrative niche, it is also one with higher […]
Landlord-tenant Dispute: The Bobby Flay Office Space Case
Bobby Flay is a restaurant owner, a Food Network star, and the owner of a consulting firm that specializes in helping others in his line of business improve their bottom lines. Like many others in his industry in Georgia or elsewhere, his businesses were hit pretty hard in 2020, causing him and his team to […]
Protecting Digital Assets with Estate Planning
People in Georgia do not just own physical assets anymore. Much of what people now own exists solely online or in the digital world. These digital assets are as much a part of their estates as more physical, tangible objects. So why are so many people leaving digital assets out of their estate plans? The […]
Approaching Real Estate Disclosures
Detailing what might be wrong with a piece of real estate to a potential buyer is probably not high on most sellers’ lists, but it is still important. Indeed, thorough real estate disclosures protect both buyers’ and sellers’ interests. This does not mean that it is necessary to point out every bit of chipped paint […]
Can a Real Estate Seller Backtrack after Accepting an Offer?
Selling a property can be exciting; however, accepting an offer also comes with risks. What if a higher offer comes in after the contract has been signed? Here is what Georgia sellers should know when it comes to finalizing contracts and their obligations after accepting an offer. When is a contract binding on the seller? Like […]
Is It Better to Get a Zoning Variance or to Rezone?
While you might feel like it should be up to you to decide how to use your property, zoning can limit your plans. You do not have to give up on your company or personal goals just because of zoning, though. In Georgia, a variance or even rezoning can help you make the most of […]