What happens when a tenant in Texas stops paying rent, and how long does it take to get them out? In this episode of Lease it or List it, Savannah Dunn and Glynn Crutsinger break down the reality of the Texas eviction timeline, the risks of trying to "be the nice guy," and why strong upfront screening is a landlord's best defense .

Contact:

Savannah: https://www.dunnrealtygrouptx.com/

Glynn: https://www.rpmonesource.com/

Key Takeaways

• The Eviction Timeline: The eviction process in Texas can technically begin the day after rent is missed on the 1st . After serving a 3-day notice, getting a court date usually takes 14 to 21 days .

• Payment Portals: Once the initial notice period expires, property managers often shut off the online payment portal so tenants cannot make small, partial payments to stall the eviction .

• Post-Judgment & Writs: After a judge grants an eviction judgment, tenants have 6 days to pay, vacate, or appeal . If they do not, a writ of possession gives 24 hours to schedule the final physical move-out with a deputy .

• Owner Responsibilities: Property owners are responsible for paying the crew to move tenant belongings to the curb . Property managers and owners are not required to protect items left on the street .

• Don't Delay Action: Giving non-paying tenants multiple chances often backfires, costing landlords months of unpaid rent and potential property damage .

• Rigorous Upfront Screening: Thorough background checks—verifying employment details, calling previous landlords, and checking credit/criminal histories—significantly minimize the risk of tenant default .

• Collections Post-Eviction: Unpaid balances and property damages are typically sent to collections, which protects future landlords and sometimes recovers money for the property owner .

LEGAL

Texas law requires all real estate licensees to provide the following Texas Real Estate Commission Information About Brokerage Service and Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice.

Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios:

https://www.bluemicstudios.com/

https://caddooffices.com/

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