Property Management Blog

In Texas, squatters have certain rights, such as the right to your Dallas property. In fact, it’s possible for a squatter who is living on your Dallas property to eventually legally own it!In this article, we’ll go over all the basics you need to know. You’ll learn all about:Squatters and how they differ from trespasser...

As a landlord in Dallas, it’s important to understand landlord-tenant laws. This knowledge of federal, state, and municipal landlord tenant laws will help you steer clear of potential lawsuits from tenants, as well as make you more confident in managing your Dallas rental home according to state rules. It's important for owners ...

Dallas Eviction Process: What You Need to KnowIf you are a Dallas, Texas landlord who is dealing with a problem tenant and the road inevitably leads to evictions, you may be asking yourself a variety of questions like:“When can I evict a tenant from my rental property?”“What are the eviction policies for a sick renter?&r...

Generally, residents sign a lease with the intention to stay for the entire term until the lease expires. However, life may come in the way, and they may end up breaking the lease early. Breaking a lease in Texas, much like everywhere else, is a serious matter. After all, a lease is a legally binding document. A lease or rental agree...

Security deposits are meant to protect Texas landlords against liabilities and recover costs that arise from a tenant’s use (or misuse) of their rented premises. An example of some of these liabilities include if tenant owes rent, caused property damage, or if a tenant abandoned the rental. Texas, just like other states, has a...

1. Run Your Property Like a Business. Some landlords do a terrible job at running their business. It might be because they see it as a “side-gig” or a hobby” more than a business. However, when you treat your business with the respect, systems, and organization that you would treat any other business venture, amazing thi...

1. Read your lease. No, seriously read it. It won’t be the most exciting night table material but you’ll thank yourself when you do read it. A lease is a binding legal contract. It creates a binding relationship between you and your landlord. What are you agreeing to? If you don’t understand, ask questions before you sig...