Re: retaliation? - Landlord Forum thread

Re: retaliation? by Anonymous on February 8, 2010 @10:05

sounds like the PITA tenant was preparing to call inspectors knowing that he lease was ending and that tenants are protected from rent increases or eviction for 6 months after calling for an inspection.

Google: Texas Property Code title 8 subchapter h retaliation

If the tenant files a retaliation complaint against, he may not only get to stay, but you'll have to pay his court costs and attorney fees.

Only an experienced attorney can tell you the chances of you beating a retaliation case.

Maybe you should offer them a month-to-month lease. Then after 6 mths, you can raise the rent or terminate.

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