Atlanta Property Management Blog

What to Do If Your Tenants Don't Pay Rent

Millions of people in the United States pay rent for their living accommodations every month. While the vast majority of tenants are respectful, well-behaved, and pay their rent on time, there is a small minority of troublemakers.Certainly, as a landlord, one of the most frustrat...

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Property Management Company in Atlanta

Georgia is the fourth highest state for employment of property managers. There are over 8,690 jobs.A booming real estate market has made it more important than ever, especially in large cities. Landlords are buying up properties and need help keeping their investments in top shap...

How to Become a Section 8 Landlord in Atlanta

Are you considering your options as a landlord in Atlanta? One route is to become a Section 8 landlord, with over 3 million households renting residences in Section 8. So, how do you become a Section 8 landlord?Many US citizens are looking for low income housing, with Section 8 l...

How Tenant Placement Services Can Help to Reduce Vacancy Rates

Picture this: your property in Greater Atlanta has been vacant for months, and the bills are piling up. Every day that goes by, you're losing money and gaining stress!You've tried everything from putting up "For Rent" signs to posting on rental websites, but not...

The Benefits of Tenant Screening Services in the Landlord-Tenant Relationship

Did you know that there are over 100,000 rental units in Atlanta?With so many people renting out property in the city, and so many people looking to rent that property, it might take you some time to find a tenant who will be the right fit for you. Working with tenant screening s...

What Landlords Need to Know Before Starting an Eviction Process

Did you know that millions of eviction cases are filed in the U.S. every year?It's never easy having to evict a tenant, but you're certainly not alone. The process can be time-consuming, costly, and stressful, no matter whether you've gone through it before or not.If ...

Preparing for Move Out - Security Deposit Refunds In Action

You've just had the shock of your life - your tenant has left your property in shambles! The carpet is covered in stains, the walls have holes in them, and the kitchen cabinets are falling apart.The worst part? You're not sure if you'll get enough money from the tenan...

3 Reasons Why Rental Property Inspections Are Essential

In the United States, 86% of homebuyers who used a home inspector identified at least one problem in the property—for example, issues with the electrical system or plumbing.Using a home inspector as a landlord is wise if you want to maintain the value of your property. If a...

Accidental Landlords: How to Handle Property Management Efficiently

Around 6% of rental properties remain unoccupied in the United States. With more renters than ever before, unoccupied properties are usually the fault of landlords who don't know how to find the right tenants.If you're stuck navigating the Atlanta real estate market, you ...

Eviction Protection Laws in Atlanta: A Brief Guide

Did you know that renters in Georgia have recently seen an average rent increase of almost 14%?Rent increases and other factors could cause your tenants to get behind on paying their owed rent for the month. Whether they haven't paid the rent or they're doing something el...