Knowing your rights before you apply for tenantcy is one way you can arm yourself in advance. Make sure you have done your homework regarding the rights you have from application day to vacate day.
Being able to fairly negotiate will be invaluable.
Suing your landlord is very easy to do. Be sure to attempt to work out your problem first with landlord because it is not unusual for a landlord to retaliate. While this may be illegal for the landlord to retaliate, it is still something you will have to deal with. Take a look at this section to find out how to fight back.
Before you even sign a lease or give a landlord any money for fees or deposits do a thorough inspection of the premises you plan to lease, and find out about your credit rating.
There are also steps you should take when moving out to make sure you don't get swindled.
The Texas Tenants' Union is a nonprofit tenants' rights organization. We empower tenants through education and organizing to protect their rights, preserve their homes, improve their living conditions and enhance the quality of life in their communities.
The mission of the Housing Crisis Center is toprevent homelessness and to stabilize those at risk in decent, affordable, and permanent housing, and to empower them to solve their own housing problems in the future.
The Austin Tenants’ Council protects tenants’ rights and educates the community on fair housing. Our vision is to make Texas communities open to all without discrimination and free of landlord-tenant disputes.
The Tenants' Council of Houston provides information on assistance programs for Texas residents, potential and current tenants and low-income families seeking housing in the state of Texas.