Can I break a lease?

You've stated something critical by suggesting that the LL is "making a diligent effort to correct" the problem. Tenants in your situation may have...

Realtor took information and opened mortgages and now is late about to be foreclosed. Can I do anything?

In addition to seeing an El Paso attorney ASAP, you also might need to file a criminal complaint with the police. This may be a theft offense or...

Is it legal for the landlord to give a TWO WEEK move out notice due to property construction?

It can be lawful IF the property construction is required due to a casualty loss not caused by the tenant. See TPC 92.054:...

How to recover money after court judgement

First, order an Abstract of Judgment from the Clerk, then record it with the County Clerk in every Texas county where you believe the defendant...

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Should I need to get what this manager says in writing? Should I move before I get my money back? What should I do?

Did the Landlord sign the Lease as well? Otherwise, you may have a binding oral lease if the term is less than one year. See TBCC 26.01(b)(5) for...

You'll need to furnish your Landlord a copy of a Court Order protecting you from family violence. That Order must conform to the requirements of...

Can they sue me for compensation?

Did the Landlord sign the Lease too? if so, you will remain responsible for all of the obligations of the Tenant as specified in the Lease, for the...

Can the owner in some way block this transfer of ownership? There are less than 2 years left on the original contract for deed.

Contracts for Deed (called "executory contracts" in Texas law) have received much consumer-attention lately by our legislature. As a consequence,...

What are my rights if my property has been locked in someone else's lease space? How do I get my stuff back?

Yes it's true the Landlord may have a lien (if it's not waived or subordinated in the Lease), but not on your tools. Rather, the lien applies to...

How long can I stay in my rented house in TEXAS in 2015 after the house goes into foreclosure

Assuming you are current with your rental payments, you are entitled to receive a minimum of 30 days advance written notice to vacate if the...

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