If you form a new entity to employ a broker licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission, then that entity must also be licensed by TREC. There are...

House I'm renting is going to foreclosure auction, what will happen to our lease?

Good for you that you have read those federal laws; I know of many attorneys who still don't understand that the law was reinstated. A few points...

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A General Warranty Deed is a conveyance document; it works like a Bill of Sale and transfers ownership from one party (seller) to the other...

Can you cancel a real estate purchase after closing?

Yes it is possible that the Buyer wants to cancel. No it's not likely that the Buyer can escape so easily, unless the documents allow Buyer to do...

You may need some help to evaluate your position. If a purchase money lien (or a refinance of that same lien) is being foreclosed, then the...

Business tenant is now delinquent on rent. What recourse do I have here in Texas. If he doesn't pay can I hold his equipment?

A Texas residential LL's rights are radically different than a Texas commercial LL's rights. If not waived, you may have a lien on the T's personal...

What is the residential security deposit refunding law in TX?

A LL has to be found acting in "bad faith" before a LL can be liable for treble damages. Even if the LL is late in returning the SD, the bad faith...

Is it illegal to hire a locksmith to open my commercial property after I have been (illegally) locked out?

Under the provisions of TPC 93.002(g), you are entitled to seek damages from the LL, + one month's rent, + attorney's fees, + court costs, if the...

Which party is right?

Not enough facts, sorry. Did the Seller match the institutional lender's offer in *every* respect regarding loan amount, origination fees, discount...

When the easement papers have already been signed can they go back and amend them ??

No. One party to a contract (easement) may not unilaterally amend or terminate the contract without the consent of the other party, unless the...