What recourse do I have to collect a promissory note that is in default? The debt is over $3600 and is now two years old.

You will file a lawsuit in Midland County Small Claims Court. Find the closest one to you here:...

In Texas, The writ of execution for possession has expired Does the whole process start over with another eviction Hearing?

I believe that once you explain the circumstances to the JP Court Clerk and show her / him copies of the bankruptcy filings and your Motion and...

Can we disconnect the electricity and water to our rental property.

If you discontinue utilities you will be liable for one month's rental, $1,000, attorneys fees and more. Do *not* take that action; see TPC 92.008:...

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Whose responsibility to empty the septic tank ???????

You state you had a "non-written agreement to trade off." Oral leases with terms of less than one year are legal in Texas, meaning, the provisions...

Mechanic's Lien filed on a home. Home sold, title company missed lien, admitted they missed lien. Can we demand pymnt from them?

It is difficult although not impossible to properly perfect a lien on homestead property. You'll want to review the M&M Laws carefully to see if...

I filed a landlord/tenant lawsuit pro se; I now realize I either need an atty or need to just drop the suit. any ideas?

Yes I believe there are lawyers who might consider taking this on a flat-fee or contingency-fee basis; use the Find a Lawyer tab above to find a...

Can I be evicted from my apartment because of a separate lease was broken? My current lease is not in default

In law this is called a "cross-default" clause and is common in commercial finance. However, I have never seen this in a Texas residential lease so...

How do I relinquish co-ownership of a paid off house?

Potentially adverse tax effects notwithstanding, it only takes a General or Special Warranty Deed that you will sign, conveying all of your...

When can my landlords change the locks

If you have failed to pay rental, then a Texas residential LL may change the door locks now, but must furnish you written notice where you can get...

How can I get my landlord to return my security deposit to me when I feel they are unfairly withholding it?

Hopefully you took photos when you left, you furnished LL with your forwarding address in writing, and you were current in your rental payments....