by Ernie Garcia | Jan 9, 2026 | Evictions, Landlord's rights, Lease, Property Owner, Tenants
It’s usually a personal choice. The question, “Do I need an attorney?” often turns out to be a matter of “Do I prefer having an attorney with me?” However, in some cases, you can’t step into the courthouse without an attorney. Do... by Ernie Garcia | Dec 31, 2025 | Evictions, Landlord's rights, Lease, Property Owner, Tenants
The rules have changed for 2026, and Texas landlords need to know how to protect themselves and their rental property when an Eviction appeal comes there way. Too many landlords miss out on the benefits of new rules because they have no idea that improvements to the... by Ernie Garcia | Dec 17, 2025 | Evictions, Landlord's rights, Lease, Notices, Property Owner, Tenants
Every few years that Texas Legislature adds a little here and there to the Texas Property Code, but this year, the legislature made some pretty deep cuts into the law that offer some significant changes to the way that Evictions will be handled as of January 1, 2026.... by Ernie Garcia | Dec 10, 2025 | Evictions, Landlord's rights, Lease, rental arrears, Tenants
Nothing is quite as bad as having the rules changed in the middle of a game. We remember this from childhood, but, unfortunately, sometimes this occurs in real life too. Some counties, cities, or individual judges want to change the rules of Eviction for the people... by Ernie Garcia | Oct 17, 2025 | Evictions, Landlord's rights, Lease, Tenants
You keep sending emails, tests, and even a certified letter though the US Mail, but your tenant isn’t responding. Things were fine at first, but over time, You tenant stopped taking your calls, responding to your texts, and now, weeks have gone by without a... by Ernie Garcia | Oct 8, 2025 | Landlord's rights, Lease, Tenants
Sometimes, the basic parts of being a landlord are hard enough. You collect rent, keep up with repairs, pay your mortgage and property taxes on time, and you feel like you’ve got things under control. However, at the end of one of your tenancies, you come to...