Statutes checked Oct 2025
Texas Legal Templates
Build Texas-ready leases, notices, and filings with prompts referencing Property Code 92, the Business Organizations Code, and TxDMV Form 130-U deadlines.
Highlights Property Code 92 refund windows, late fee limits, and smoke alarm disclosures reviewed October 2025.
Guides 3-day, 30-day, and holdover notices that satisfy Property Code 24 and Justice Court filing rules.
Reminds you about SOS Form 205, Public Information Reports, and franchise tax deadlines for Texas entities.
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Housing & property
Handle leases, notices, and closing paperwork with Texas-specific reminders.
Landlord & closing tools
Keep property sales and financing records aligned with Texas county rules.
Business & work
Organize Texas entities, contractors, and deal rooms with compliant agreements.
Personal, family & vehicle
Take care of estate planning, guardianship, and sales recognized across Texas.
Texas key facts
- Security deposits: Property Code 92.103 requires landlords to refund deposits within 30 days and provide itemized deductions.
- Late fees: Property Code 92.019 limits residential late fees and requires written notice before charging.
- Evictions: Property Code 24 and Rule 510 set notice periods and Justice Court procedures for forcible detainer suits.
- Business filings: SOS Form 205 creates an entity and Public Information Reports are due to the Comptroller each May 15.
- Powers of attorney: Estates Code 751 and Health and Safety Code 166 define signing, witness, and notary requirements.
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Before you start
- Full legal names, addresses, and contact info for every signer.
- Texas driver license or ID numbers when available.
- County and city where the document will be used to surface local rules.
Landlord & property
- Lease start date, rent amount, deposit details, and late fee policy.
- Required disclosures such as flood history, utilities, and smoke alarms.
- County clerk recording office, appraisal district ID, and tax exemptions.
Business & finance
- SOS file number, Texas Taxpayer Number, and registered agent information.
- Voting thresholds, compensation, and indemnity provisions for owners or managers.
- Loan amounts, interest rates, and collateral descriptions for promissory notes.
Personal & vehicle
- Vehicle VIN, plate number, lienholder status, and insurance proof.
- Witness and notary availability for wills, POAs, and deeds.
- Emergency contacts and physician details for medical directives or child consent.
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Texas FAQs
Updated October 2025Which Texas eviction notice should I use?
Use a 3-day notice for unpaid rent, a 30-day notice for month-to-month tenants, and document delivery per Property Code 24 before filing in Justice Court.
How do late fees work in Texas?
Late fees must be reasonable, disclosed in the lease, and typically cannot exceed 12% of monthly rent for large properties under Property Code 92.019.
Do I need a notary or witnesses?
Deeds, vehicle transfers, and durable powers of attorney require notarization, while medical directives also need two qualified witnesses.
Can I reuse these documents next year?
Yes - duplicate the draft, update dates and parties, and re-export so you keep a revision history for audits.
Are Spanish translations available?
Every major section includes matched Spanish copy so bilingual teams stay aligned during reviews.
How are Texas LLC filings handled?
The operating agreement flow lists required SOS filings, Public Information Reports, and franchise tax due dates.
Do you support estate planning forms?
Yes - generate statutory POAs, living wills, and last wills with instructions for notarization and witness signatures.
Where do I file bills of sale?
Submit Form 130-U and the signed bill of sale to your county tax office within 30 days; boats also require Parks and Wildlife notifications.
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