Squatters taking over vacant properties have become increasingly common, causing homeowners significant financial losses and legal headaches. Atlanta attorney David Metzger recently handled a case where a client’s house was occupied by a squatter who presented a fake lease, leading to a lengthy legal battle before the squatter was finally removed in February 2024.

The rise in squatter cases is attributed to factors such as increasing rental prices and a lack of affordable housing options. To combat squatters, Metzger utilizes a little-known Georgia state “intruder removal” statute that allows property owners to legally remove squatters. However, the process can be complicated and lengthy, with squatters exploiting legal loopholes and delays in the eviction process. Prevention is key in avoiding squatter situations, as the consequences can include loss of income and substantial legal fees for property owners.

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