Georgia Landlord-Tenant Law

Overview of Landlord-Tenant Laws in Georgia

Both landlords and tenants should be able to deal with many legal questions and problems without a lawyer, once they understand the basics of state law. This overview of key landlord-tenant laws in Georgia will get you started. Required Landlord Disclosures in Georgia Under Georgia law, landlords must

Georgia Landlord's Guide to Security Deposit Disputes in Magistrate Court

Even the most meticulous landlord may be sued by a tenant over the return of a security deposit.

Georgia Rules Regarding Mold in Rental Properties

Here's what Georgia landlords (and tenants) need to know about mold and the law.

The Eviction Process in Georgia: Rules for Landlords and Property Managers

In Georgia, a landlord can evict a tenant for a variety of reasons, including failure to pay rent or violation of a lease or rental agreement term. Before the eviction can occur, though, the landlord must give the tenant the opportunity to come into compliance with the lease or rental agreement. The

Tenant's Right to Break a Rental Lease in Georgia

Learn when and how tenants may legally break a lease in Georgia and how to limit liability for rent through the end of the lease term.