Texas Security Deposit Laws: Deadlines, Deductions, and Penalties for Landlords
Texas puts no cap on security deposits but sets a strict 30 day refund clock. Learn what landlords can deduct, what the itemized statement must include, and what bad faith costs.
LLC for Rental Property in Austin: Do Texas Landlords Need One?
Do Texas landlords need an LLC for rental property? No law requires one, but the right choice depends on your risk and growth plans. This guide breaks down the pros, cons, taxes, the mortgage trap, and the Texas series LLC so you can decide with confidence.
Late Fees for Rent in Texas: Austin Rental Late Fees Guide for 2026
Learn how late fees for rent work in Texas, including Austin rental late fee rules, legal caps, the two-day grace period, and what landlords and tenants should know in 2026.
What Does a Property Manager Do?
A property manager oversees the daily operations of a rental property on behalf of the owner. Their core responsibilities include […]
Why Hire a Property Manager When You Can Manage a Rental Yourself?
Here in Austin we have a steady, stable economy. Rental properties are in demand and prices are slowly rising. So […]
The Biggest Mistakes a Landlord Can Make When Renting or Leasing a Property
Are you considering leasing out your home instead of selling? You’re not alone. What can happen to you as a […]
Potential Dangers of Self-Managing Your Investment Property
Again and again, we see and hear the horror stories from property owners and real estate investors that self-managed their […]
Why Raising Rent Might Cost You Rent
It’s renewal time for your lease and you know what that means…more money! Or does it? Managing a property requires […]
What to Know Before Hiring an Austin, Texas Rental Property Manager
Should I hire an Austin, Texas property manager for my rental property? While there are plenty of real estate […]
Tenants Haven’t Paid Rent? Landlord Do’s and Don’ts
It goes without saying that everyone is feeling a sense of uncertainty and stress during these unprecedented times. Due to […]
The Three Most Avoidable Landlord Expenses
Making money from your rental property comes down to a simple equation, right? Earning a return on your investment is […]
Taking Care of Your Tenants During the Time of Coronavirus
Over the last month, we have all been tested to work together during these incredibly unfortunate and unforeseen circumstances. Seeing […]
Discussion: 3 Essential Appliances to Include in Your Austin Texas Rental Property
Should you buy a washer, dryer, and refrigerator for your Austin Texas rental property? Years ago when we first […]
Top 3 Things Tenants Look for in a Rental
When tenants are looking for rentals, the two biggest factors that they will look at are the price and condition […]
What Should I Expect to Pay for Property Management Services?
Whether you own one property or several, there’s no way around the need to hire a reliable property management company. […]
How Do I Get My Property Ready for a Tenant?
The 2 Stages of Preparing Your Rental Property You’ve purchased a rental investment property, and you’re anxious to bring it […]
