Rental Agreement Dispute Resolution

Summary

New property owners in Georgia can change rental terms but must honor existing leases. Review your lease and Georgias landlord-tenant laws. Document communications with management and consider contacting Georgias Department of Community Affairs or a local tenant rights attorney for further guidance.

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In the state of Georgia, one company took over a trailer park and has upped the rent and won't honor the old contracts from the previous owners. Is that illegal and do I have a case if so?
When a new owner takes over a property, they generally have the right to change rental terms, but they must honor existing leases until they expire. Here are some points to consider:
- Review your lease agreement for terms about changes or termination.
- Check if the new rent increase complies with Georgia's landlord-tenant laws.
- You may have a case if the new owner is violating the terms of your existing lease.
Have you spoken with the new management about your concerns?
Yes I have and they don't care
It sounds frustrating dealing with this situation. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Document all communications with the new management.
- Review your lease for clauses about rent increases or changes.
- Consider contacting Georgia's Department of Community Affairs for landlord-tenant disputes.

Have you thought about speaking with a local tenant rights attorney for further assistance?