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TEXAS LANDLORD GUIDE

Which addenda belong with a Texas lease?

Property features and federal rules can require extra documents. Lead disclosures for most pre-1978 housing are a common example.

Short answer

Property features and federal rules can require extra documents. Lead disclosures for most pre-1978 housing are a common example.

What to do next

Make an address-specific attachment inventory and keep the signed version of every required form with the lease.

KEEP A CLEAR RECORD

Save the current lease, dated messages, receipts and any property-specific evidence together. A useful record shows what happened, when it happened and which document or rule you relied on.

Check the source

Rules may change and the right answer can depend on the home, city, lease and timing. Review the current official material before signing, charging a fee, sending a notice or making a legal decision.

Texas Property Code, Chapter 92

Put it into your workflow

A repeatable process turns a one-time answer into a reliable rental record. Capture the action in your property file, assign a follow-up date if needed and make sure any tenant communication matches the signed agreement.

Practical next step

Make an address-specific attachment inventory and keep the signed version of every required form with the lease.

General information for U.S. landlords, with a Texas focus. This guide is not legal, tax or accounting advice. Consult a qualified professional for your situation.