Summary
In Dallas, Texas, landlords cannot change rent due dates or late fees without notifying tenants and including changes in the lease agreement. If your landlord is not complying, document the changes, write a formal letter requesting compliance, and contact the Texas Tenants Union or a lawyer if necessary. Text messages may sometimes be considered written agreements, but formal written modifications are typically required. Continue following the lease agreement until a formal modification is made.Full Conversation
I have a landlord who changes the late fees and date of when rent is due.
Hello ****, can you please provide your location? The laws regarding landlord-tenant relationships can vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction.
Dallas tx
Hello ****,
In Dallas, Texas, the law states:
*. A landlord can't change the rent due date or fees without notifying the tenant.
*. Changes must be stated in the lease agreement.
If your landlord is not complying, you might have legal recourse.
What steps do I take? No changes were listed on agreement.
Hello ****,
Here are the steps you can follow:
*. Document the changes your landlord has made.
*. Write a formal letter asking them to comply with the lease agreement.
*. If there's no change, consider contacting a lawyer or the Texas Tenant's Union.
How do I contact Texas tenants union?
Texas Tenants' Union
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Main St, Dallas, TX *
Website: www.txtenants.org If the landlord doesn’t accept the rent due to the late fees that I’m following on the agreement. What is my next step?
Hello ****, if your landlord refuses to accept rent due to late fees, here are your options in Texas:
*. Pay the rent and late fee if it's in the agreement.
*. If you've paid and the landlord refuses, send a certified letter stating you've tried to pay.
*. Contact Texas Tenants' Union or a lawyer for further steps.
Do I still sent the rent on his due date that he requested or only go by the lease agreement?
In general, the terms of the lease agreement typically take precedence. However, if you've agreed to a new date with your landlord, it could be considered a modification to the lease. Could you please clarify if the new date was agreed in writing?
It wasn’t agreed in writing only through text messages
In Texas, text messages can sometimes be considered a written agreement. However, for lease modifications, a more formal written agreement is typically required.
- Continue following the lease until a formal agreement is reached.
- Consult a local attorney for specific advice.
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