Georgia  |  Civil Litigation

That's an easy one. All rental situations without written agreements in the state of Georgia are considered a "tenancy at will." Georgia law guarantees tenants without lease agreements 60 days to vacate after being asked to leave by the property owner. Best of luck.

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While Mr. Cook is generally correct, if you have breeched your lease (even a verbal one) by failing to pay rent, the landlord may demand immediate possession of the property (although at least a few days is typically given). And if you don’t leave voluntarily, they would then have to file a dispossessory action to forcibly evict you.

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Keep in mind as you are looking for work (and a new place to live), that employers are checking credit reports, background checks, etc. Even if you have a legal right to stay longer, which is not necessarily the case, putting the landlord in a position of filing an eviction may seriously harm future employment possibilities if the lawsuit starts showing up on background checks. Sometimes standing on one's "rights" to the very end is not a good idea in the long run.

You've received several good answers. If you actually can't afford to pay, see if you can reach an amicable deal to move soon and not hgave him sue you or report you on your credit. Get that in writing. As others noted, since you haven't paid, an eviction can be filed immediately.