Month: August 2017
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The power of a paper trail in a landlord-tenant lease
Read more: The power of a paper trail in a landlord-tenant leaseLeases of property in Texas, such as a house or apartment, are very common. When problems arise and either party is unhappy, a landlord-tenant issue may head to court. When that happens, a tenant will want pre-existing proofs of what the arrangement was, to support…
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Understanding depreciation and cost of damage
Read more: Understanding depreciation and cost of damageWhen Texas residents incur property damage, they may naturally assume that their insurance company will cover the damage. What people may not realize, though, is that they are responsible for determining the cost of the damage their property has incurred. It is important for people…
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College students and renting: 4 things parents should know
Read more: College students and renting: 4 things parents should knowIf your child is preparing to head off to college in the coming weeks, he or she is not the only one feeling some pressure and excitement. As a parent of a college, you also have a lot to think about and worry about, whether…
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Why landlords do not return security deposits
Read more: Why landlords do not return security depositsTo move into an apartment, you often must give your landlord a security deposit. After all, the landlord feels safer renting out property if he or she has money ready to deal with extensive damage. However, tenants do not always get their security deposits back.…
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Know your rights if your HOA crosses a line
Read more: Know your rights if your HOA crosses a lineBeing a part of a Homeowners’ Association can come with several benefits. You may have less to worry about in terms of maintenance and neighborhood disputes, and there may be many amenities you would not have access to if you lived outside an association. However,…
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