{"id":10768,"date":"2018-06-18T16:23:23","date_gmt":"2018-06-18T22:23:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/?page_id=10768"},"modified":"2023-05-23T03:00:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T03:00:44","slug":"palo-pinto-tx-landlord-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/palo-pinto-tx-landlord-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Palo Pinto TX Landlord Lawyer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><a href=\"http:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-10769\" src=\"http:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Palo-Pinto-TX-landlord-lawyer.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Investing in property can be rewarding and profitable. However, you may face many challenges as a landlord. Because of these challenges, it is vital that you consult a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer to protect your investments.<\/p>\n<h2>Draft a Well Written Lease Agreement<\/h2>\n<p>A <a href=\"\/rock-solid-lease\/\">lease agreement<\/a> is a fundamental legal contract between landlord and tenant. This contract is an important step to ensuring your <a class=\"linkilo_keyword_link  hyperlinks\" href=\"\/landlord-rights\/\"  rel=\"dofollow\" title=\"landlord rights\" data-linkilo-keyword-link=\"linked\">landlord rights<\/a>. In the State of Texas, lease agreements are allowed to be either verbal or written. However, only a written agreement will effectively secure your property. Verbal agreements are easily misinterpreted and distorted. Written agreements outline exact terms and conditions expected between both parties. Written agreements require signatures by tenant and landlord, making them legally\u00a0binding.<\/p>\n<p>A knowledgeable\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer will help you draft a well written landlord-friendly lease agreement. These agreements must adhere to Texas and federal law, and must include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rent conditions and amount<\/li>\n<li>Contract information with parties&#8217; identities<\/li>\n<li>Term of lease<\/li>\n<li>Pet deposit<\/li>\n<li>Security deposit terms and amount<\/li>\n<li>Contract breach remedies<\/li>\n<li>Eviction terms<\/li>\n<li>Provisions of termination<\/li>\n<li>Each party&#8217;s\u00a0rights and responsibilities<\/li>\n<li>Subletting and assignment<\/li>\n<li>Facility and property maintenance<\/li>\n<li>Special Circumstances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Landlord&#8217;s Right to Enter<\/h2>\n<p>Your rights as a landlord to enter a leased property is very restricted once a tenant takes possession. The law protects tenant&#8217;s rights to privacy. Our\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer will make sure your written lease agreement gives you right of entry when it is lawful to do so. Though courts in Texas do not specify a specific\u00a0amount of entry notice time a landlord must give a tenant, 24 hours serves as a good default. Your written lease can outline the following reasons for your right to enter a property:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Requested or crucial repairs<\/li>\n<li>Emergencies that require inside access<\/li>\n<li>Showing future tenants the property<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You should never enter a leased property without notice or for any other reason not outlined in the lease. Doing so can give your tenant rights to damages and release from lease.<\/p>\n<h2>Security Deposit<\/h2>\n<p>A landlord can decide a specific amount required for a security\u00a0deposit. However, that deposit must be returned within 30 days after a tenant leaves the property. The law allows you to deduct from a security deposit the following reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To cover any unpaid rent<\/li>\n<li>Cost of repair for damages over normal wear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you deduct money for repair costs, be sure to keep complete records (pictures of damages and receipts). Should you fail to return your tenant&#8217;s security deposit in bad faith, they have a right to sue you. If a tenant serves you a bad faith claim, a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer can help defend you.<\/p>\n<h2>Responsibility for Repairs<\/h2>\n<p>Typically both landlord and tenant are responsible for repairs. A tenant may request a repair and the landlord should follow through with it. However, if a landlord fails to make the repair, tenants can complete the repair and deduct the cost from their rent. Often, disputes arise in these situations, which can lead to litigation. An experienced\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer can defend you from wrongful tenant repair claims.<\/p>\n<h2>Right to Evict<\/h2>\n<p>You may <a href=\"\/eviction-landlord-representation\/\">evict a tenant<\/a> for the following reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Failure to pay rent<\/li>\n<li>Breach of lease terms (for example illegal activity)<\/li>\n<li>Holdover<\/li>\n<li>Displays of public indecency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Contact a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer to determine if you have a right to evict a particular tenant.<\/p>\n<h2>Notice to Vacate<\/h2>\n<p>You must properly serve your tenant a <a class=\"linkilo_keyword_link  hyperlinks\" href=\"\/never-hand-deliver-notice-vacate\/\"  rel=\"dofollow\" title=\"Notice to Vacate\" data-linkilo-keyword-link=\"linked\">Notice to Vacate<\/a> before you file an eviction action in court. Your <a class=\"linkilo_keyword_link  hyperlinks\" href=\"\/never-hand-deliver-notice-vacate\/\"  rel=\"dofollow\" title=\"Notice to Vacate\" data-linkilo-keyword-link=\"linked\">Notice to Vacate<\/a> must include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Date of service<\/li>\n<li>Name and address of your tenant(s)<\/li>\n<li>Reasons for issuing eviction notice<\/li>\n<li>Specific date by which your tenant must out<\/li>\n<li>Explanation stating you can file a lawsuit to evict your tenant<\/li>\n<li>Statement about how the notice was served<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In the State of Texas, for situations where an eviction notice is the result of unpaid rent, you must give at least three days notice before filing an eviction in court. Consulting a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer can ensure your eviction notice includes the required material and is served properly. Furthermore, working with a lawyer shows your commitment to moving forward with the eviction process.<\/p>\n<h2>Representation in Court<\/h2>\n<p>There may be a number of reasons\u00a0a landlord ends up in court. Whether it&#8217;s tenant eviction, failure to return a security deposit or unlawful entry on premises, our knowledgeable attorneys will defend your case. Our\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer can break tenant&#8217;s stall tactics, as well as negotiate fair settlements.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX Landlord Lawyer Today<\/h2>\n<p>If you need help drafting a lease, completely background and financial checks on possible tenants, or getting representation in court, contact\u00a0<a href=\"\/contact-us\/\">Girling\u00a0Law<\/a> today. Speak with a\u00a0Palo\u00a0Pinto TX landlord lawyer at 469-526-4588.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10768"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10768"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10768\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12714,"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10768\/revisions\/12714"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/girlinglaw.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10768"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}