In this article The 30-day rule: Texas Property Code 92.103 What you can, and cannot, deduct The itemization requirement Normal wear and tear vs. tenant damage: real examples The penalty for bad faith: why this matters A simple compliance checklist for Houston landlords Let a Houston team handle the deadlines Few landlord tasks generate more […]
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How to Spot and Avoid Rental Scams in Houston: A Renter’s 2026 Guide
In this article How rental scams work Red flags in a Houston rental listing How to verify a listing is real Protecting yourself during the rental application A safe rental application checklist What to do if you’ve been scammed Finding a place to rent in Houston is stressful enough without worrying that the “perfect” home […]
Texas Residential Lease Agreement: What Every Houston Landlord Must Include in 2026
In this article The basics every Texas lease needs Required disclosures under Texas law Security deposit terms Late fees and NSF charges Landlord entry and access Maintenance, repairs, and habitability Rules, addenda, and other key clauses Should you use a free lease template? A lease is the single most important document in the landlord-tenant relationship. […]
Houston Rental Market Trends 2026: What Landlords Need to Know
Houston’s rental market doesn’t move in a straight line. The same city that saw explosive rent growth in 2021–2022 absorbed a wave of new apartment supply in 2023–2024 that pushed urban vacancy rates up and softened multifamily rents in certain submarkets. Meanwhile, the single-family rental market — especially in the suburbs — has remained remarkably […]
Gulf Coast Hurricane Prep for Houston Rental Owners: A Landlord’s 2026 Storm-Readiness Checklist
In this article Start before June 1: your pre-season foundation Harden the roof and building envelope Nail down flood and windstorm insurance Document the property before the storm Communicate clearly with your tenants Have a post-storm inspection and repair plan Build a simple emergency kit and shut-off plan Know your flood zone and elevation Let […]
Texas Squatters’ Rights Explained: How Houston Landlords Can Legally Remove a Squatter in 2026
In this article What “squatters’ rights” really mean in Texas Adverse possession in Texas: the high bar explained The one thing you must never do: self-help How to legally remove a squatter in Houston (2026) Option 1: The SB 1333 sheriff-led removal (effective September 1, 2025) Option 2: Forcible entry and detainer (eviction) suit Prevent […]