Under the current commercial rental market with COVID-19 concerns, many commercial tenants are desiring to terminate their lease because their business income has decreased. Meanwhile, other potential tenants’ business has increased and are willing to lease new and...
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Month: May 2020
The best way to respond to an HOA rules violation
If you live in a community that’s governed by a homeowner’s association (HOA), it’s important to understand what you are and are not permitted to do. You can find everything you need in your HOA handbook or by contacting the board directly. Even if you understand your...
Protective Vacation Rental Contract considering COVID-19
Vacation Rental Agreements should be prepared by a real estate attorney. The agreement should include clauses that address cancellations. Here is an example: “If cancellation is more than sixty (60) days from arrival date all sums paid will be refunded in full less...
Start using a COVID-19 Risk Waiver for HOA & Property Owner Association Common Areas
HOAs and POAs should start utilizing waiver for using a reopened common area like children playgrounds, swimming pools and tennis courts. The Weaver Law Firm suggests providing correspondence to homeowners thanking them for their patience as they and you navigate new...
Residential Evictions and Debt Collection will resume in Texas
We are writing to share recent updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Supreme Court of Texas issued two emergency orders Thursday, May 15, 2020. The new Emergency Order permits residential eviction proceedings to resume on May 19th with deadlines no longer...
Should I use Real Estate forms found online?
The Texas Real Estate Forms Manual provides guidance to Texas Lawyers practicing real estate, but it is not something that The Weaver Law Firm utilizes in its daily practice. Why? Because many of the transactions that we handle require unique terms. This goes for...
Advice for commercial landlords during COVID-19
What can commercial landlords for for their buildings and tenants during a COVID-19 concern? Building Access – It is with everyone’s safety in mind that the building elevators should continue to be secured with access key entry if possible and until further notice....