Mandatory Cable Fee Dispute

Summary

Under Texas property law, landlords can include mandatory services in the lease, provided they clearly disclose such fees in the lease agreement. Tenants have the right to negotiate terms before signing the lease. For personalized advice, it is recommended to consult a local attorney.

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I have a question about landlord/tenant. I am tenant
Hello Kimberly, I'd be happy to help. Could you please specify your question and also let me know your location so I can provide the most accurate information?
Landlord is asking for lease renewal. However, company is making tenants purchase monthly cable. I haven’t used cable in over 10 years & I don’t want it; we use other services. Can they “make me” purchase/pay for it. I was told you may not use it, but you will still have to pay for it. My location is Irving, Texas & we rent from a company called Invitation Homes.
Under Texas property law:
- Landlords can include mandatory services in the lease.
- However, they must clearly disclose such fees in the lease agreement.
- Tenants can negotiate terms before signing.
Please consult a local attorney for personalized advice.
I can’t see the remainder of the information you sent. Tenants can negotiate…is the last that I can see
I apologize for the confusion. Here's the information again:
- Under Texas property law, landlords can include mandatory services in the lease.
- They must clearly disclose such fees in the lease agreement.
- Tenants can negotiate terms before signing.
Please consult a local attorney for personalized advice.
Thank you
You're welcome, Kimberly! If you have further questions or need additional help with legal issues, feel free to ask. Always here to help you.
Mandatory services..means no longer a democracy - more like socialism
I understand your concern, Kimberly. As a legal platform, I can only provide information about existing laws. Would you like to know more about landlord-tenant laws or any other legal topic?
Thank you.
You're welcome, Kimberly! If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to ask. We're here to help you.