Trying to find out laws of succession for real property.

If the property was grandmother's separate property, then it would pass to her children upon expiration of the step-grandfather's life estate. You...

If the tenant is in breach of contract (having pet) do I have to return the demage deposit?

Because you are represented by a lawyer, you really need to ask him/her regarding your options. You probably can appeal the county court's...

Would the landlord or tenant be responsible fora big water bill due to a leak?

Unfortunately, I believe the tenant is responsible for charge since you pay for the water, the landlord is only responsible for the repair. If the...

I have always thinking that I am getting rip off from my Citi mortgage, they are always doing tricky charges.

Escrow account for taxes, PMI, and home insurance are all common charges that a lender can get from a borrower. Check your loan documents, there...

No, a convicted felon is usually not "competent" to be a witness. However, and here comes the bad news, there is no requirement for a witness in...

Eviction process

I agree with the other attorneys and would only add that a landlord can only do the lockout procedure if the lease explicitly allows it. If the...

How would I go about transferring ownership of real property from my deceased grandparents to my name with other heirs involved?

Go see a probate lawyer. Even if you can get over the default issue in order to probate as a muniment of title, you will still need to clear all...

Tenant used a fake stove video made the judge granted right breach the lease in small court and return deposit, should I appeal?

If you can prove the video was false and can afford to pay the appeal bond, then you should appeal. The appeal will go to the county court and the...

I can't move due to medical reasons and can't work can the landlord keep my deposit if i never signed a lease?

Unfortunately, since the landlord did not reject your application (you decided not to rent), the landlord can keep the deposit. See Property Code...

My brother has been living with my mother for three or four years, and is stealing from my mom, can she kick him out?

I agree with Ms. Walter, but I tend to take the conservative approach when dealing with guests by treating them like tenants-at-will just in case...