Hi Peter —Generally speaking, it’s difficult to get a definitive answer on the legality of rent-by-the-room in single-family residential zones around metro Atlanta.

I’d love to check out a few and start meeting others in the community!

Tread carefully when it comes to accepting tenants that don't meet your desired credit score. 

Inform him you both would probably prefer an agreed move out plan if it comes to that but need to provide the required legal notices.   

You can absolutely finish the downstairs — electrical, insulation, framing, replacing the garage door — as long as it’s still one legal ADU with one kitchen and one address.

If you can prove malicious intent by the tenant, you may be able to make a claim against your insurance.Consult with a lawyer, but if you proceed with legal action it is likely the only one to make money will be the lawyer.good luck 

Make sure the downstairs is actually a legal unit.If the bottom level is being advertised as a unit, confirm it meets code (eg., egress, permits, proper electrical/ plumbing).

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The challenge is adjusting policies so they are legally compliant while still protecting your investment.