Real estate

Yes I believe you are handling this properly. You should not be responsible for utility issues of which you are unaware.

How long after electric range stops working does LL have to replace?

You might be able to fit this into TPC 92.052: http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm. Consequently, give LL a notice to...

What should we do?

You need to file a claim with your insurance carrier. Even if you don't have renter's insurance, if you have a standard homeowner's policy you may...

Can I lose my home if the holder of a 2nd mortgage files to foreclose on the loan but they are not the primary mortgage?

Yes of course the foreclosure by a mortgage lender means that you will first lose ownership, followed by possession, of the house. You need to see...

My analysis on this point comes from a different direction. How could they not do this? My surmise is that substantial and costly repairs were...

What can I do to recover a loan from someone who is not responding to calls/ messages?

Select the JP Court that is closest to you and file a lawsuit for the balance. Perhaps that will urge him towards payment:...

Once a person trespasses on my property, what can I do.

Erect fences and install signs and cameras. When it next happens, call the police and file criminal trespass charges.

Can a title company still close on a house under contract, with the sellers having a Schedule C?

If the litigation involves the condition of the property, a disclosure must be made to the Buyers. If the litigation does not involve the condition...

How to evict a tenant or what other options are there?

Your post suggests you have never prosecuted an eviction case before. For the first one, I suggest you engage an attorney who can step you through...

How long does it take for a landlord to evict you once they decide to do so?

The first trial date is usually about two weeks after the eviction lawsuit is filed. You'll then have approximately another week to vacate, if you...