by Eric | Feb 2, 2021 | Tips
Security deposit is sum of money in a rental agreement paid by the tenant (renter) to the landlord as proof of intent to move-in and for the cost of repair specified in the lease. Security deposits can either be refundable or nonrefundable depending on the lease...
by Eric | Jan 25, 2021 | Tips
The relationship between the tenant and landlord officially begins when the tenant signs a lease agreement. Both have rights and responsibilities, so it is crucial to stay on top of landlord-tenant law to fully understand each obligation. While the laws governing the...
by Eric | Jan 11, 2021 | Legal
Before we talk about the renter’s eviction process in Texas, let’s briefly discuss what an eviction is. Unlike in termination, which is ending the rental or lease agreement and asking the tenant to vacate the property, an eviction is a civil process of legally...
by Eric | Dec 29, 2020 | Tips
Most investors buy a Houston property investment with a mindset that they’re going to take care of everything themselves. From tenant screening and rent collection to maintenance and legal issues, they eventually find that there’s more work involved when...
by Eric | Dec 17, 2020 | Maintenance
Most people don’t realize how pivotal the HVAC filter is to both their homes and their HVAC system. Here in Houston, TX, you may only think about your filter when the seasons change, particularly transitioning from the warmer temperatures of summer to the cooler temps...
