Will a abstract of judgment in TX, affect or increase the property taxes on my homestead? I own my home free and clear.

A judgment lien, or any lien for that matter (mortgage, Home Equity Contract, mechanic and materialmans lien etc) should not effect the ad valorem...

Unsettled Estate - who can open probate? What taxes might be imposed?

You need to consult with a probate atty ASAP. In Texas, the availability of an heirship proceeding/administration is severely diminished 4 years...

Real Estate use

I think that is a valid concern. You may want to consult with a real estate attorney to discuss ways to formally confirm/establish the land use...

Am i allowed a copy of a written statement?

Police reports are public records. You should be able to obtain a copy at the police station.

How can I find out if a business exists if no one returns my calls and no evidence of their existence at listed address?

Perhaps I'm missing something- Did you agree "Company Name" to mow the lawn at a certain price? Did they mow the lawn? Is the bill for the amount...

Can the defendant ask for a trial since he is innocent and that the DA is just trying to have the case dismissed after 90 days?

In Texas, after the statute of limitations has run, a civil suit to expunge (or seal) the records is available for this purpose. You might check...

My mother owns three acres in Texas that she wishes to gift to me, valued at 7200.

Your mother can sign a Gift deed to you and file it in the real property records in the County where the property is. Depending on when and how...

What can I do at 30 days late? What do I do to evict them? Can I change the locks after 30 days?

Contracts for Deed have special procedures which by statute must be strictly followed. I highly recommend you see an experienced Real Estate...

Texas homeowner foreclosed on in 9/9/ 2012. I am still living in the home. 24/h notice given. How can I tell if this is a scam?

Check with the County Clerk deed records for a Trustee's Deed and the Justice of the Peace in the precinct where the property is located to see if...

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In Texas, is the landlord of a home required to rekey the house if I am the first renter?

Interesting quirk in the law - technically Prop code sec 92.156 requires rekey "not later than the seventh day after each tenant turnover date"...