A bill passed in the 2024 legislative session created a statewide property tax and homestead exemption program for Georgia county governments, cities and school districts.
New Georgia property tax law: What homeowners need to know
The new law, known as House Bill 581, aims to provide property tax relief by capping yearly tax increases to inflation, even if home values rise significantly.
This Georgia Resort Has Some Of The Best Views In The State
Cloudland at McLemore Resort is a dreamy stay that’s true to its name. The Georgia property was built on the edge of a cliff atop Lookout Mountain and depending on the time of the day, the expansive …
Georgia man sentenced to nearly 500 years for facilitating dog fights, abusing animals
A Georgia man was sentenced last week to 475 years in prison for facilitating dog fights and abusing animals, which included 107 dogs seized at his property in November 2022, authorities said.
Georgia House considers extending floating homestead exemption opt out deadline
Last year, the Georgia Legislature sought to address rising property taxes by passing a bill that essentially caps property assessment increases at the rate of inflation. The bill also allows local …
Stacey Abrams-founded voter activist group hit with mass layoffs after record-breaking ethics fine
A nonprofit political activist group founded by Georgia perennial candidate Stacey Abrams saw major layoffs this weekend after a massive fine was imposed by the state ethics commission.
Stacey Abrams-founded voter activist group hit with mass layoffs after record-breaking ethics fine
A nonprofit political activist group founded by Georgia perennial candidate Stacey Abrams saw major layoffs this weekend after a massive fine was imposed by the state ethics commission.
Georgia Power’s 2025 IRP outlines plans for reliable, economical energy
Georgia Power has submitted its 2025 integrated resource plan (IRP) to the US state of Georgia’s Public Service Commission (PSC), detailing strategies to meet energy demands in the state. The focus is …
How Turjo Wadud Became One of Georgia’s Top 100 CEOs
Turjo Wadud’s rise to being named one of Georgia’s Top 100 CEOs is a story of resilience, innovation, and an unyielding commitment to excellence. As the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, Turjo has …
Stacey Abrams-founded groups slapped with historic fine for campaign finance violations
“While we remain disappointed that the federal court ruling on the constitutionality of the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Act was overturned on entirely procedural grounds …