JG Atlanta Properties

Property Management Services

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Our goal is to save our property owners time and money by taking over the day to day operation of their investment properties. We use our real estate experience to implement procedures that reduce the stress and risk associated with property management. We design a unique plan for each client to address their individual goals and requirements. Below is a basic list of the services which we provide to meet your needs:

Tenant screening-credit, background, reference, and criminal check.
Collecting rents for deposit into an FDIC insured Trust account.
Assist in filing 3 day notices, evictions, and liens on delinquent accounts, as necessary.
Managing all third party vendors from inception to completion.
Enforcing all landlord requirements.
Promptly resolve any tenant/landlord issues or problems.
Provide a user friendly website to display properties available, process maintenance requests, and take rental applications/inquiries.
Provide savings by using select vendors and making use of service discounts.
Assist in marketing, showing, and renting units.

At JG Atlanta Properties, LLC, we believe in the highest ethical standards. We abide by the Georgia Association of Realtors Standards and Practices and provide regular reports to Landlords, as well as end of year statements required for income tax purposes. We also provide 24 hour owner access to property's financial records, maintenance requests, announcements, and much more.

You can find a copy of our property management agreement here:

Property Mgmt Agreement.pdf

Foreclosure Information

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Real estate has created more self made millionaires than literally any other investment available in today's society. Whether you are looking to purchase rental properties, or you are looking to rehab properties for quick profit - real estate investing can put profit in your pocket.

With the decline of mutual funds and constant fluctuation in the stock market, it is more apparent now than ever that real estate is a much more desired investment. Below you will find some information on buying foreclosure and REO's.

Buying bank owned properties
There is a lot of interest in buying bank owned properties these days. A lot of information, some good and some bad, is floating around about the subject. Often the information offered is for sale, with the promise that you can make a lot of money with little effort once you know “the secret formula”. The fact is that there are no secrets, and to make money does require effort.

What’s an REO?
REO stands for “Real Estate Owned”. These are properties that have gone through foreclosure and are now owned by the bank or mortgage company. This is not the same as a property up for foreclosure auction. When buying a property during a foreclosure sale, you must pay at least the loan balance plus any interest and other fees accumulated during the foreclosure process. You must also be prepared to pay with cash in hand. And on top of all that, you’ll receive the property 100% “as is”. That could include existing liens and even current occupants that need to be evicted. A REO, by contrast, is a much “cleaner” and attractive transaction. The REO property did not find a buyer during foreclosure auction. The bank now owns it. The bank will see to the removal of tax liens, evict occupants if needed and generally prepare for the issuance of a title insurance policy to the buyer at closing. Do be aware that REO’s may be exempt from normal disclosure requirements. In California, for example, banks are exempt from giving a Transfer Disclosure Statement, a document that normally requires sellers to tell you about any defects they are aware of.

Is it a bargain?

It’s commonly assumed that any REO must be a bargain and an opportunity for easy money. This simply isn’t true. You have to be very careful about buying a REO if your intent is to make money off of it. While it’s true that the bank is typically anxious to sell it quickly, they are also strongly motivated to get as much as they can for it. When considering the value of a REO, you need to look closely at comparable sales in the neighborhood and be sure to take into account the time and cost of any repairs or remodeling needed to prepare the house for resale. The bargains with money making potential exist, and many people do very well buying foreclosures. But there are also many REO’s that are not good buys and not likely to turn a profit.

Ready to make an offer?
Most banks have a REO department that you’ll work with in buying a REO property from them. Typically the REO department will use a listing agent to get their REO properties listed on the local MLS. Before making your offer, you’ll want to contact either the listing agent or REO department at the bank and find out as much as you can about what they know about the condition of the property and what their process is for receiving offers. Since banks almost always sell REO properties “as is”, you’ll want to be sure and include an inspection contingency in your offer that gives you time to check for hidden damage and terminate the offer if you find it. As with making any offer on real estate, you’ll make your offer more attractive if you can include documentation of your ability to pay, such as a pre-approval letter from a lender. After you’ve made your offer, you can expect the bank to make a counter offer. Then it will be up to you to decide whether to accept their counter, or offer a counter to the counter offer. Realize, you’ll be dealing with a process that probably involves multiple people at the bank, and they don’t work evenings or weekends. It’s not unusual for the process of offers and counter offers to take days or even weeks.

If you are interested in buying a Foreclosure or REO, please visit our agent websites at www.jorgegaribaldi.com or www.mikejollyhomes.com

Featured Rental Properties

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All properties listed below are available and ready to rent. Click on the individual links for more information about each property and/or to apply for a rental.

39 Wild Ridge Lane
Dahlonega, GA 30533
Rental Amount: $1,050.00

This great home is located in a quiet community in the beautiful area of Dahlonega. The home is spacious and features 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The master and 2 other bedroom are upstairs in a split bedroom layout. The master is spacious with a vaulted ceiling. The family room, dining area, and kitchen are all open to each other and also features a large vaulted ceiling. There is a raised back deck off the kitchen and a large laundry room. The basement features a finished area with a bedroom and entertaining/bonus area. It also features a large unfinished (very clean) are for storage or other uses. The unfinished space stays very cool even in the heat of summer. There is also a full bath downstairs (the bathroom is located in the unfinished basement so it is partially unfinished, however fully operational. The backyard is fenced in an private. There is a large parking space and a double entry/exit driveway that pulls right up to the peaceful covered front porch. Dont miss this great home in a desirable peaceful area.

4 Bed - 3 Bath

Year built: 2006

Rental Features

* Cable ready
* Microwave
* High speed internet
* Air conditioning
* Refrigerator
* Dishwasher
* Walk-in closets
* Balcony, deck, patio
* Fenced yard
* Laundry room / hookups
* Fireplace
* Oven / range
* Heat - gas

Lease Terms

$1,050.00 security deposit

12 month term; A non-refundable reservation fee of $1050 is due at lease signing. At move-in the fee becomes the refundable security deposit ; Pet deposit applicable

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Our Mission

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JG Atlanta Properties, LLC. is a family owned company with over 60 years of combined real estate experience. Our mission is to provide the best and most personal attention to your leasing needs. If you are an owner or a tenant you can expect a professional atmosphere with a personal touch. As an owner, your property is in the safest hands possible. We care for your home as if it were our own and aim to make your investment work for you. And as a tenant, you can feel safe knowing that we are there to make sure that you too are protected, and that we will make you feel at home. Our company strives to provide SUPERIOR customer service. It would be our honor to help you in your property management or leasing needs. Also, if you are interested in buying or selling a home, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to working with you!

Landlord FAQ's

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Landlord Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What do I get for my monthly management fee?
A: Among other things, your management fee buys:

* Rent collection and tenant relations.
* The expertise of our property management team.
* Twenty-four hour access to a wide array of maintenance vendors.
* Professionally crafted and legally tested leases and related documents.
* Access to competent, effective landlord/tenant attorneys.
* 24 access to your property's financial records, maintenance requests, rent roll, and announcements.
* Peace of mind.

Q; How long will it take to rent my property?
A: Many factors affect the speed with which a property rents including supply/demand, time of year, location, and condition. We will recommend a market rent based on these factors.

Q: Can JG Atlanta Properties, LLC make my mortgage payments?
A: Yes, provided the following conditions are met:

1. A minimum of one month’s mortgage payment is held as a “minimum balance” or “funding” in your property account.
2. Sufficient funds are available to us when the payment is due.

Q: Will JG Atlanta Properties, LLC pay vendors or my HOA fees if my account balance is insufficient when the bills are received?
A: No. Real estate regulations preclude any real estate company from advancing its own funds to settle an owner’s expenses. Bills are paid when the available balance in the property account is equal to or exceeds the amount(s) owed. For this reason, it is important to ensure your account balance is always sufficient to pay all anticipated expenses.

Q: I interviewed several managers and found a lot of variation in fees. Why is that?
A: Real estate companies operate completely independently of one another and set their fees according to what they consider reasonable returns for their efforts. There are no “standard” fees for particular services. At JG Atlanta Properties, LLC, the emphasis is on quality. We believe our program provides excellent value to our investment property owners.

Q: I have been advised that I paint, replace a few rooms of carpet, and have the house power washed before placing it on the rental market. I’m not selling—why should I go to all this trouble and expense for tenants?
A: A well-maintained property attracts better tenants, leases in a shorter time, and generally brings higher rents. Well-qualified tenants realize they are sought after and shop homes that are in good condition and offer the best value for their rent dollars. The money you “save” by not having the property in top condition will be spent on longer vacancies and the problems associated with attracting lesser qualified tenants.

Q. Should I allow pets?

A. This is a personal decision, but consider the following:

Benefits of Renting to Tenants with Pets:

* lowering vacancy rates;
* reducing tenant turnover rates;
* broadening the pool of prospective tenants; and
* promoting a sense of tenant safety and security

PET POLICY GUIDELINES:

Start with screening
Careful screening of prospective tenants is the first step to a successful pet policy. By asking a few simple questions, property owners can screen out irresponsible pet owners and find the responsible ones who will make good tenants.

Put it in writing
A written agreement protects the interests of both property owner and tenant, and pet rules and procedures help avoid misunderstandings.

Charge a pet deposits
Typically, we recommend a $250.00 pet deposit, but if damage is greater, the costs can be covered from the rental security deposit.

Establish limits
Limit permissible animals to common pets like dogs, cats, rodents, fish, and birds. A policy on how many pets each tenant may own can also help keep the building's pet population at manageable levels.

Set parameters
Should certain types of pets be confined to tenants' apartments? Should other pets be permitted in all or only parts of the common areas? Should dogs be leashed when in hallways and other communal areas? Establish pet regulations in advance, before any conflicts arise.

Ensure cleanliness
A responsible pet owner will agree to immediately pick up and dispose of dog feces, bag kitty litter before placing it in garbage containers, and take other necessary sanitation measures.

Require spaying and neutering
Spayed and neutered animals are generally healthier, better behaved, and more suited to apartment living than their unaltered counterparts.

Prospective Tenants

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Rental Application Process:
If you would like to see the inside of a rental property, call (770) 294-5207 and ask for a showing appointment or click the “Contact Us” button below to contact us by email.
Each adult who will occupy the property must submit a complete application. Married couples must apply separately: each spouse must make a complete application and pay an application fee.

Download our Rental Application.doc. Print, sign, and FAX to 1(866) 582-0912. Or use our online application located at www.jgatlantaproperties.managebuilding.com.
2. Pay an application fee of $79.00 (one fee per property). The application fee may be paid by credit card through Paypal or a check payable to JG Atlanta Properties, LLC. The application fee is non refundable. Please remember, we cannot process your application without receiving your rental application fee.
2. For each tenant, we verify the following:

• Credit
• Criminal Background
• Income and Employment
• Rental History 3. The rental security deposit is due when the lease is signed and is generally equal to one month's rent.

Setting Up Utilities:

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