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Bad Reputation. Quite introvert. Defensive
Very fed up . Crime ramped. Nothing’s ever
Done . Survival. Tell and never offer a bit of assistance. True . Down here blacks worst that Marietta where I had to go to court 4 times. Go figure. And Domion no one wanted a minute. Shut up .... View More 
I’m a current tenant looking to transfer units within my community. The property is offering a “three months free rent” promotion, but the manager verbally stated transfers are excluded, calling it “like starting over.” However:
1.) My lease agreement does not mention exclusions... View More
Can this be an eviction if they leave?The owner of the house passed away. His family have been managing the property. The tenant has been friends with the family for years.
The owner's grandson, J, and his brother (off and on) have been living there for years, and let S and family... View More
They put a note on my door at 6 pm tonight telling me they had to have access to my apartment to renovate my fireplace TOMORROW and for several days after. All of the construction equipment is in the back of the complex hidden behind a rented construction tent. The guys doing said work live here,... View More
I have recieved a dispoitory.
These erroneous charges began in August 2024. After bringing it to a leasing agent's attention they mentioned I wasn't the only one having this issue, to continue paying my normal rent amount, and that they were notifying the property manager to remove the extra charges immediately. It is... View More
My twins played in paint on the floor in my kitchen. My landlord unexpectedly showed up the next morning and saw the paint, we had a disagreement and he walked out. I came home from work the next day for lunch break and there was a folder in my door that contained an eviction notice. I cleaned the... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2024
I am very sorry to hear of your circumstance. I can only imagine how stressful this must be during this time of year. Based on what you are describing, it sounds like you have a very strong defense to the criminal case. Ask the court how you can apply for a court-appointed attorney. Depending on... View More
My 4 year old twins played in paint in my kitchen the paint got cleaned up but my Lamdlord never came back to see that it was clean now I’m being evicted and facing criminal charges for damages that don’t exist
My landlord is evicting me for damages to my apartment and past due rent. I have lived in my apartment since April of 2020 and haven’t had to pay rent due to my apartment being income based. The damages was washable paint my 4 year old twins got on the floor that I cleaned up. I’ve been... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2024
There are some organizations that specialize in providing assistance in these types of situations. The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyer Foundation has a website with helpful information: https://avlf.org/get-help/landlord-tenant-disputes/
answered on Oct 29, 2024
If the tenancy was intended to be joint tenancy and not tenancy in common, survivorship rights should be automatic. If that is the case, the only thing necessary to vest title in the survivor would be a Affidavit of Survivorship and a copy of the death certificate. A complete review of the deed... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2024
It sounds like you're worried because your storage facility in Augusta cut your lock after you were 15 days late on payment and took pictures of your belongings. In Georgia, storage facilities often have policies that allow them to take certain actions when payments are overdue. Cutting the... View More
If we sign this lease we are waiving our rights to take this corporation to court in any way, shape or form. If we don't sign this lease we will be held to a month to month lease at a much higher rate or evicted.
We just discovered the FTC rulings against this business and HB 404 (in... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2024
You have several options to consider in this situation. First, carefully review the lease terms with a trusted attorney to understand the implications of signing versus not signing. It’s important to know your rights and any potential consequences fully.
Given the FTC rulings and HB 404... View More
Infested within the home that I was unaware of I contacted my landlord in March and she told me to by rat traps which I did and since have caught 9 rats and there is something still in the home that’s leaving rat poop and has chewed through the walls . You can hear something moving around in the... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2024
Given what you have described in your question, it appears that you may qualify for termination of your lease under what is known as a "Constructive Eviction". A review of the terms of the lease would be necessary to advise specifically, however, I recommend that you speak with an... View More
I went to court for non rent payment and was given an eviction which my lease terminate on Sept 30 but the office manger renewed my lease so does it mean that I don't have to leave and does she need to do the eviction process all over
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
If your lease was renewed by the property manager after the court ordered your eviction, it may change your current situation. The renewal could mean that your tenancy is extended under the new lease terms, potentially pausing the eviction process. However, it's important to confirm the... View More
Or moved it off my property what do I do next
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
First, check your local and state laws regarding abandoned property or vehicles, as these can vary significantly. Often, there is a specific process for handling abandoned trailers or personal property left on your land after an eviction. You might need to post a notice on the trailer and send a... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
What you are describing is a "Self Help" eviction. These are illegal in Georgia. You have a legally actionable cause of action. I would retain an attorney immediately.
Threats of throwing me out n 7 days cussed at screamed yelling at called out of my name
Can I do anything legally
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult situation. Based on the information you've provided, it appears you may have several legal rights as a tenant in Georgia. Here's a brief overview of some key points:
1. Habitability: Landlords are required to maintain rental properties in a... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
If the police tried to charge you with trespassing at a hotel room due to a wrongful eviction, it's crucial to remain calm and assert your rights. Explain to the police that you believe there has been a mistake regarding your eviction. Provide any documentation or evidence you have, such as a... View More
i have a partner, whom we share the lease with that we had residents living in there, until my partner didn't follow all of the rules and regulations, so the APS came out again and arrested me with a warrant. how can i get these dropped?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your legal troubles. It sounds like a difficult and stressful situation. A few thoughts:
First and foremost, given the seriousness of felony charges, I strongly recommend consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can review the specifics of your case and... View More
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