Straight answers about eviction
What an eviction notice is, how an eviction actually works, what it costs, and when you need a lawyer versus an eviction service. EvictIQ is not a law firm. Not legal advice.
Got a real case right now?
Tell us where the property is. Georgia we handle directly; elsewhere we'll point you the right way.
The questions landlords actually ask
How to Evict a Tenant
You cannot remove a tenant yourself. Every state requires a court process: give the required notice, file the case in th…
How Long Does an Eviction Take?
It depends on your state, your court's calendar, and whether the tenant contests. Some stages are fixed by statute and n…
How Much Does an Eviction Cost?
The court filing fee is the smallest number in an eviction. The real cost is lost rent during the vacancy, plus the seto…
Eviction Process Step by Step
Seven stages, in this order: grounds, notice, filing, service, response period, judgment, writ and setout. Skipping or r…
What Is a Dispossessory?
A dispossessory is what Georgia calls an eviction case. Filing a dispossessory affidavit in the magistrate court of the …
What Is a Writ of Possession?
A writ of possession is the court order that authorizes law enforcement to remove the tenant and return the property to …
Can a Landlord Change the Locks?
No. Changing the locks to force a tenant out is an illegal lockout in every state. It can expose you to damages, penalti…
Can a Landlord Remove Tenant Belongings?
Not on your own. Removing or disposing of a tenant's property outside the court process is illegal self-help in every st…
Tenant Stopped Paying Rent
Start the clock immediately, but start it correctly. Send the notice your state requires, document how you delivered it,…
Eviction timeline estimator
Tell it where your case stands and it gives you a realistic range plus the specific thing most likely to stall you next.
Eviction cost estimator
Itemizes the costs that will apply to your situation — including the lost rent most landlords leave out of the math entirely.
What each eviction service actually is
Eviction notice, filing, service, writ, setout, and the steps in between — explained, then routed. Georgia we can handle. Elsewhere we tell you what to look for locally. We do not operate field crews in every state.
Eviction Filing Assistance
Preparing and filing the possession case in the court that covers the property.
Process Serving
Getting the tenant served so the response clock actually starts.
Writ of Possession Assistance
A judgment says you won. The writ is the separate order that lets the property come back.
Eviction Setout Services
The day the officer attends, the unit is cleared, and the locks are changed.
Eviction Notice Preparation
The required written demand before a case can be filed — and proof it was delivered.
Bulk Eviction Services
Portfolio volume run as a managed queue — one status view, one contact, one invoice.
Eviction notice, lawyer, and the law
Natural answers to high-intent searches. We provide eviction services and coordinate with licensed attorneys when representation is required. Not a law firm. Not legal advice.
Eviction notice / notice of eviction
The written paper before filing — also searched as notice eviction. Not a lockout.
Eviction attorney — who may appear
Attorney eviction and who may appear in the property’s court.
Eviction attorney near me
Admitted in the property’s court — not a fake local counsel directory.
Frequently asked
Can I evict a tenant without going to court?
No. Every state requires a court process. Locking a tenant out, shutting off utilities or removing belongings without a court order is illegal self-help and exposes you to damages that often exceed the rent you were owed.
How long does an eviction take?
It depends on your state, your court's calendar and whether the tenant contests. Some stages are fixed by statute and some are logistics you control. Anyone giving you a guaranteed number of days without knowing your county is guessing.
Do I need a lawyer to evict a tenant?
Not always. Uncontested non-payment cases are often operational. If the case is contested, involves a counterclaim, or raises habitability or discrimination issues, get a licensed attorney in your state. EvictIQ is not a law firm — we coordinate with licensed attorneys when representation is required. See eviction lawyer vs service.
What is an eviction notice?
An eviction notice (also called a notice of eviction) is the written demand many states require before you can file. It is not a lockout. Read the eviction notice guide.
What's the difference between a judgment and a writ?
A judgment says you won. A writ of possession is the separate court order that lets law enforcement actually put you back in the property. You have to apply for it — it isn't automatic.
Does this site give legal advice?
No. GoEviction is published by EvictIQ, which is not a law firm. These guides are general information. Eviction law is state law and your state's rules control.
Do you handle evictions outside Georgia?
We handle cases directly in Georgia. Elsewhere, use these guides and find a licensed local attorney or a reputable service in your state.
Landlord eviction checklist
The pre-filing checks that prevent most rejections. One page, one email, no course.
Working a real case?
Georgia we handle end to end. Anywhere else, we'll tell you what to look for in a local provider.