Texas Real Property

Question 1

Return Security Deposit

Answer 1

Residential: 30 days

Commercial: 60 Days

Question 2

Requirements for Mechanics Lien

Answer 2

Property notice of clam to owner and original contractor

Unless claim is paid or settled, file a lien affidavit no latter than 15 day of 3rd month after indebtedness. Must be signed.

Copy sent by registered/certified mail to owner and original contractor within 5 days of affidavit being filed.

Question 3

Landlord Duties

Answer 3

Security Devices (repair and replace)
Smoke Detectors (inspect and repair)
Statutory Duty --> could affect health and safety unless caused by tenant.

Question 4

Adverse Possession Statutes

Answer 4

3, 5, 10, 15, 25

Question 5

Deed Requirements

Answer 5

Effective whether or not it is recorded. However, failure to record may result in loss of interest because subsequent purchaser will not have notice