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Can a Landlord Enter Unannounced?
People have very different expectations when we talk about Inspections. Most people wrongly believe that a Landlord can do whatever he wants with his rental property. Conversely, the opposite is also untrue. The key in both situations is the Lease itself. Your rights...
Moratorium Extended, But Landlords Can Still Evict
We are excited to introduce brand new series #shorts. We know you are a busy Landlord, this is why we've created a brand new series #shorts with Ernie. In this video series we'll be answering most common and most pressing questions that Landlords are facing now all...
What is the Correct Way to Deliver the Notice to Vacate?
I've seen all types of Notices to Vacate, but I'm going to go over the basics for you, just to make sure that it's clear what the Notice to Vacate is. If you've watched any of the videos that have to do with a Notice to Vacate, you know that every time I talk about a...
4th Landlord Update: Texas Eviction Diversion Program
The Texas Eviction Diversion Program has hit another roadblock. While it began on October 12, 2020, this relief program has only had a minimum affect on the plight of Texas Landlord and Tenants. The TEDP was set to go statewide on November 9, 2020, but that date was...
What Happens if You Don’t Know the Name of the Person in Your Rent House?
All sorts of strange things happen when you decide to file an eviction lawsuit. Especially, if: you don't keep good records; your Lease is less than perfect; you have no idea who's in your house. Believe it or not, this happens. Particularly, in the event when your...
Make Your Notice to Vacate Crystal Clear
When we are dealing with a Notice to Vacate, we essentially need to talk about a commitment. That is, a commitment to break your commitment. How does that make sense? Your Notice to Vacate should be what the courts refer to as an “unconditional demand for possession.”...
8 Things You MUST Have for a Good Lease
Your Lease is your most important tool as a Landlord. Don't think of it as a mere formality. This document establishes the most important agreements that make your business operate smoothly and without surprise. If you are going to be a successful Landlord, you will...
3rd Landlord Update: Texas Eviction Diversion Program
The Texas Eviction Diversion Program started off with a number of technical problems, but it now appears to be moving more efficiently. While the applicants we serve are still too few for us to call the program a success, we are beginning to see progress for Landlords...
How to Evict a House Guest Who Just Won’t Leave
Generally speaking, when a guest sleeps over at your home, you have a reasonable expectation that the visit will end, and that guest will return to their home. However, sometimes when a guest is "crashing at your place for a little while." you find yourself in the odd...
Long-term Lease vs Month-to-Month Lease
There are good attributes to both a long-term lease and a month-to-month lease agreement. Some commercial leases go for 10 or more years. The real question to ask yourself is, "What are my long-term and short-term goals for this property?" If you know you want passive...
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