Texas real estate law governs the rights, responsibilities, and transactions involving land and buildings, encompassing areas like landlord-tenant relationships, property ownership rights, lending, and the licensing of real estate professionals through the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). It includes specific regulations on aspects such as security deposits, the process of obtaining title through adverse possession, zoning laws, and, recently, restrictions on foreign ownership of property in designated countries.
This fundamental aspect of real estate law defines the legal rights associated with owning land and structures, including the rights to possess, control, enjoy, and dispose of the property.
Texas real estate law encompasses the legal aspects of buying and selling property, including the roles of lenders, mortgage processes, and requirements such as property appraisals.
Laws define the legal relationship between landlords and tenants, including rules regarding security deposits and their return upon termination of the lease.
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) administers the Texas Real Estate License Act (TRELA), establishing standards for real estate agents and inspectors, and regulating their activities.
Texas real estate law includes zoning regulations that govern how land can be used.
This legal principle allows individuals who publicly inhabit and improve property to gain ownership rights over it, potentially.
A recent development, Texas law now restricts foreign nationals from certain countries and designated entities from purchasing or acquiring real property in Texas.
As a licensed real estate broker, Hector Chavana Jr. had more than a decade of experience in real estate sales before he became a Real Estate Lawyer in 2017. His work regarding home builder’s warranties has been published by the Consumer and Commercial Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. He is proud of his practice resume. Hector Chavana Sr., his father, practiced law since 1981, and many of those years were dedicated to real estate. Real estate issues can range from simple transfers of ownership to complex issues related to disputes over ownership or possession. Hector Chavana Jr. is a Spanish-speaking bilingual attorney.
Mr. Chavana possesses a unique blend of legal academic excellence and practical experience, making him the ideal real estate lawyer for you. Clients often hire attorneys to resolve issues that could have been addressed more cost-effectively through proper drafting and procedure.