FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions.   Make sure you first read the previous section of the website, "Getting Your Dealer's License"

1).  How do I get started?
If you have made the decision to get your license and have reviewed the application (which can be downloaded at
http://sos.ga.gov/cgi-bin/plbforms.asp?board=35 ), then the bottom line is you must rent an location that is PROPERLY zoned for auto dealers and brokers. The second thing you need is to set up your business, as all other steps you will need your address and your company name. Setting up your company is very simple, just go to the Georgia Secretary of State website and step one is reserve a name and then when the state approves it which takes 1 to 3 business days, then you go back and incorporate.
http://sos.ga.gov/index.php/Corporations/creating_a_new_entity
Once your company is set up, you will also have to apply for a state sales tax ID
Then you will need insurance and bond. If you have bad credit, you may want to get a quote on the bond BEFORE you spend any money because the bond will go from less than $500 to more than $7000 with bad credit.
You will also need to have fingerprints and background check done.
You will have to go to the local jurisdiction (city or county government) to pick up a zoning certificate.
You must have sign at your location. In our case, the state required signage will be put up by us, located by your office and at the front directory. We will also take the 4 required photos of your sign, office, directory and building.
You must have landline phone service in your company name and registered with 411
You must take the prelicensing seminar where you learn about all about the regulations of the car business. Register at www.giada.org for the class. Also, if you join GIADA, they will process your license at NO COST to you. Call Edgar or Amanda  at GIADA for information of the benefits of joining GIADA and processing your license application. 770 745 9650

2).   Can I park cars at your facilities?

There is no overnight parking or vehicle storage allowed per zoning ordinances.  The zoning certificates you will receive will specifically state that you can get dealer's license as an auto broker without any onsite parking.   If you are looking for a place to also store vehicles, then you have to find a property that is zoned as a car lot.   If a landlord tells you you can park cars at an office building, chances are VERY HIGH that it is zoning violation and it will be only a matter of time that code enforcement will give you a cease and desist order.   If anyone tells you that you have to find a property that should allow you to park a t least 2 or 3 cars, then that person simply does not understand metro Atlanta zoning ordinances and is asking you to do something illegal.  At times, we can recommend locations where you can legally store (but NOT sell) vehicles.

More FAQ to come.......

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