After A Disaster (7)
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After a Disaster Landlord Tenant Questions
Some common questions renters have after a disaster Content Detail
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After a Disaster: Repairing Your Home
This website from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency offer tips for consumers who may be facing major repairs after a disaster hits home. Content Detail
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Be Prepared: Be Ready for a Disaster
Keep important documents, cash, and other paperwork close by for an emergency in case you have to leave your home and can't return quickly. Read More
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Home and Personal Property Disaster Loans
This document addresses the requirements for eligibility for financial assistance from the US Small Business Administration if you are in a declared disaster area and are the victim of a disaster. Content Detail
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Hurricane Michael FEMA Resource Page
The FEMA website provides you with information on FEMA grants and loans to help you repair your home, disaster unemployment insurance, Food Stamps benefits information and other helpful resources that you can apply for. Content Detail
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Rebuilding Your Home or Office After a Weather Emergency
If your house has been damaged by a natural disaster snow/ice, fire, flood or earthquake, a reputable contractor can help you get your home repaired. Unfortunately, disasters sometimes bring out home repair rip-off artists, who overcharge, perform shoddy work and often leave without finishing the job. What can you do to find a quality contractor? The Federal Trade Commission and the Federal Emergency Management Agency can offer a few tips. Content Detail
Emergency Management (3)
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Be Prepared: Be Ready for a Disaster
Keep important documents, cash, and other paperwork close by for an emergency in case you have to leave your home and can't return quickly. Read More
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
The Federal Emergency Management Agency - a former independent agency that became part of the new Department of Homeland Security in March 2003 - is tasked with responding to, planning for, recovering from and mitigating against disasters. Content Detail
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Georgia Emergency Management Agency Homepage
Provides links and resources for Katrina survivors as well as emergency information for Georgians Content Detail
Legal Aid (3)
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About the FEMA Inspection
This flyer tells you about the FEMA inspection of your residence, what you can expect and how to prepare. Content Detail
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American Bar Association's Hurricane Relief Page
Contains pro bono resources for hurricane survivors and other information. Content Detail
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Answers to Common Legal Questions after a Disaster
This document answers common legal questions often asked by people affected by natural disasters (i.e., floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, ice storms, etc.) in Georgia. Content Detail
Property Rights (2)
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Picking Up the Pieces: Restoring Rural Housing and Communities After a Disaster
This report outlines the process that a community that has suffered a disaster can expect to go through. The report also describes the different types of help communities can get to help with housing problems after a disaster. Content Detail
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Verify a Contractor's License
Always ask a contractor about licensing and insurance BEFORE you sign any contracts. Use this website to verify a contractor's license. Content Detail
