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Blog Post Georgia's Safe at Home Act: What Athens Property Owners Need to Know About Security Deposits
By Athens Property Management - Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Georgia's Safe at Home Act: What Athens Property Owners Need to Know About Security Deposits

For years, Georgia was one of the only states with no statutory cap on security deposits at all. That changed with the Safe at Home Act, signed in April 2024 and effective July 1 of that year, which introduced a new two-month rent cap on top of Georgia's existing escrow and d...
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Blog Post The Ultimate Checklist for Vetting an HOA Community
By Athens Property Management - Friday, July 31, 2026

The Ultimate Checklist for Vetting an HOA Community

We were featured as an expert on Redfin powered by Rocket. Read the full article here: The Ultimate Checklist for Vetting an HOA Community
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Blog Post Georgia's Eviction Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Athens Landlords
By Athens Property Management - Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Georgia's Eviction Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Athens Landlords

Georgia doesn't use the word "eviction" in its statutes. It calls the process a dispossessory proceeding, and it runs on one of the fastest timelines in the country when it's done correctly. That speed is exactly why so many landlords run into trouble: skipping ...
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Blog Post How to Choose a Property Management Company in Athens, GA
By Athens Property Management - Wednesday, June 17, 2026

How to Choose a Property Management Company in Athens, GA

Owning a rental property in Athens can be a rewarding investment, but only if the team managing it is the right fit. With no shortage of property management companies operating in the area, it can be difficult to know where to start or what actually separates one firm from anothe...
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