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Tenant vs. Landlord: The Security Deposit Case That Went Wrong
I see real landlord/tenant trials all the time, so I have the benefit of understanding what goes on and why a court rules the way it does. Today, we'll see how a security deposit case wraps up when a tenant claims her landlord wrongfully withheld her deposit. The...
The Most Expensive Mistakes in Texas Evictions
Evictions can go quite smoothly. You may have done a few and had no problems, but sometimes landlords find themselves trying to evict a professional tenant with years of eviction experience. Other times, a landlord is so new to the game that he really doesn't know how...
Stop Costly Tenant Problems Before They’re Out of Control
Many landlords struggle with difficult tenants simply because they keep their expectations to themselves. This video provides practical landlord advice on how to be transparent about what constitutes a good tenant from day one. By clearly outlining your standards, you...
The Judge doesn’t care about what you WANT to say
Judges are busy people, and you may find yourself in a landlord/tenant court just one case among dozens of contested matters that the judge is going to hear that day. The last thing you want to do is confuse the matter with a ton of unnecessary facts or with details...
The REAL Cost of DIY Evictions (And Why You Should Stop)
There are certain tasks that I will never perform on my own. Auto repair is not my thing, so I leave it to the experts. I used to do my own taxes, but now I know better. If you're in over your head with Landlord/Tenant law, you're better off seeking some assistance...
What Happens When Tenants Want Out Early?
From time to time, your tenants are going to want to make changes to the lease in the middle of the lease term. sometimes it's because they're not getting along anymore, and one of them wants out of the lease? But does it make sense to let any one of them go without...
Fake ESA Claims Are Costing Landlords Thousands—Here’s How to Stop Them
The rules for landlord/tenant laws can be confusing. None more than the rules about emotion support animals. Tenants have pretty easy access to the right to have an ESA, and, in most cases, the landlord simply has to put up with it. But that's not true when your...
Your Lease Agreement Probably Doesn’t Say What You Think
I am amazed by how many times I have to correct common misunderstandings about residential leases, and it's not just tenants who don't fully understand these terms. Plenty of landlords still misunderstand their rights to collect late fees, make inspections, and what...
Deductible vs Non-Deductible Damage: The Landlord’s Critical Mistake
Landlords have to face one of the big realities when it comes to renting residential property: Tenants will cause damage. This is an absolute certainty. The real question is, "Can I deduct the costs to repair these damages from the security deposit?" And this is where...
Landlord Attorney Explains How an Eviction Works in the Courts
Real landlords showed up to hear Ernie answer questions about actual eviction trials and what really goes on in an actual court. By knowing what to expect, you're more likely to be prepared to win your eviction. Tenants are getting smarter by the minute, and those who...
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