Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia

If you change the locks you might end up owing them money. Part of being a good (profitable) landlord is understanding the eviction process and acting quickly after a default. Telling them to leave has no legal significance. As long as you are willing to let them live there rent free, they most likely will keep doing it.

If owners could lock tenants out, there would be no need for disposessory hearings. Your best option is to employ a real estate attorney in the county where the property is located to serve your tenants with the necessary documents.