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As a landlord in Texas, one of the most critical aspects of your job is ensuring that you comply with fair housing laws. A single misstep can lead to discrimination lawsuits that can be costly, time-consuming and damaging to your reputation. Here are some tips that...
All business activities in Texas are regulated by contracts. Contracts outline the rights and obligations of all parties. For the most part, the terms of a contract are honored and business goes smoothly. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Contracts can be...
Some property defects are obvious and easy to identify. Even people without any training may notice cracks in the drywall or aging light fixtures during their initial tour of the property. They can then factor those defects and any issues reported by the seller on...
Residential leases require that the tenant pay the rental payments on time and follow the rules of the lease. If a tenant stops making payments for the rent or breaks other lease terms, the landlord may opt to evict the individual. Evictions in Texas are highly...
It is no small feat for a business to successfully navigate the maze of commercial litigation and emerge with a judgment against a debtor. However, the battle does not end with the court’s decision. The real challenge begins with enforcing the judgment and collecting...
A contract breach can be complicated to sort out, but there are legal options. It starts with identifying exactly how the contract has been broken. From there, you can determine liability and connect that to any potential harm that was suffered. Every situation is...
When purchasing real estate, buyers are not only making a financial investment but also entering into a significant legal transaction. For this reason, buyers ought to do their due diligence to fulfill their obligations and ensure a successful transaction. Sellers...
You likely wear many hats throughout your day if you're a business owner. Human resources, operations, purchasing, finance - you handle all of it. While running your own business is exhilarating, it's also overwhelming. Now may be the time to ask yourself, "Is it time...
Even with countless mitigation tactics in place, your business cannot be invulnerable to contract disputes. That said, the more pressing concern is knowing how to handle this kind of problem effectively. First, you must know what mistakes to avoid when facing a...
If you are a landlord and your tenant has done something that warrants an eviction, perhaps they have breached their lease/rental agreement, you need to know the steps to take. A simple mistake can get you into legal trouble. Here is the eviction process in Texas:...