Brokers Blog

 Should I accept pets when securing a new tenant?

As a landlord, should you accept pets in your rent house?  Pets can do a lot of damage to a house. In Texas, landlords do have the right to say "no pets". The catch is..... 80% of renters have a pet. If you ban pets, you eliminate 80% of your possible customers/tenants...

Avoiding Legal Trouble: Charging Tenants Fairly for Damages

When charging a previous tenant for damages, it’s important to factor in not just normal wear and tear, but also depreciation—especially for big-ticket items like flooring and paint. Courts typically view the useful life of these items in a rental as 5–7 years. A few ye...

Don't Miss the May 15th Property Tax Protest Deadline—Let Ownwell Help!

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