Tenant and Squatter Issues

Covers legal issues involving lawful tenants and unauthorized occupants, including leases and rent disputes, evictions and unlawful detainer actions, holdovers, property access and habitability obligations, and remedies for trespass or squatting. Includes guidance on notice requirements, local landlord‑tenant rules, and how to regain possession while avoiding illegal “self-help” eviction.

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Texas’s New Squatter Law – What Landlords Can Finally Do Fast in 2026

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

In 2026, Texas landlords can remove squatters faster by using streamlined legal procedures created by the state’s new anti-squatting law. The changes aim to curb long, costly possession fights by clarifying who qualifies as a squatter and expanding quicker paths to regain control of property. This article explains the law’s effective date, who it applies […]