Georgia Fair Housing Act: an Overview

Georgia Fair Housing Act: an Overview

The Fair Housing Act guarantees every American the right to fairness when it comes to rentals, participating in a property sale, or access to mortgage on the basis of certain classes. Under federal law, this act prohibits discrimination against seven protected classes: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental impairment or disability, and familial status. As a landlord, denying a person the opportunity to rent your Georgia home or evicting them on the basis of such classes would be unlawful and you’d be liable to certain …

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A Guide to 1031 Exchanges in Georgia

A Guide to 1031 Exchanges in Georgia

Key Takeaways 1031 exchanges in Georgia can be leveraged to improve your finances as a property investor. Without proper knowledge on 1031 exchanges, landlords can risk disrupting their finances and missing out on huge tax breaks. Partnering with a property management team can streamline your financial operations and lessen your workload. Learn how we can help you maximize your home’s potential. 404-788-3657 Contact Us Are you thinking of selling one rental property to invest in another, but worried about the heavy tax hit? For Georgia…

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How to Minimize Vacancy Rates in Your Rental Properties

How to Minimize Vacancy Rates in Your Rental Properties

Key Takeaways Vacancies can be very damaging for landlords, costing you time, money, and stress. Savvy landlords have effective strategies to cut down on vacancies, maximizing their rental income. Partnering with a property management company can help reduce stress and minimize vacancy periods. Learn how we can help you maximize your home’s potential. 404-788-3657 Contact Us Are your rental properties sitting vacant longer than expected, cutting into your returns and leaving you wondering what’s going wrong? Every landlord knows that a…

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Top Tenant Complaints and How to Solve Them

Top Tenant Complaints and How to Solve Them

Managing rental properties comes with challenges, and tenant complaints are one of the most common issues landlords face. How you handle these complaints can significantly impact your relationship with tenants. Addressing concerns promptly and effectively not only resolves problems but also helps build trust and encourage tenant retention, leading to consistent cash flow and higher investment returns. However, ignoring or mishandling tenant complaints can result in dissatisfaction, higher turnover, and vacant units, ultimately reducing your ren…

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Best Ways To Communicate With Tenants: Email, Text Or Call?

Best Ways To Communicate With Tenants: Email, Text Or Call?

Have you ever found yourself wondering which communication method works best when reaching out to your residents, email, text, or a good old-fashioned phone call? As a landlord, keeping clear and effective communication with your residents isn’t just a courtesy; it’s the backbone of a well-managed rental business. But some messages get lost in inboxes, some texts go unread, and sometimes, a call is simply too much. Striking the right balance is key to avoiding misunderstandings, late responses, and unnecessary stress. So, how do you decide wh…

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