Why Commercial Tenants in Texas Should Prioritize Rent Payment, Even in Disputes
In Texas, commercial leases are governed by strict contractual obligations. As a commercial tenant, you may feel justified in withholding rent due to various grievances, such as unresolved maintenance issues or alleged breaches of the lease by the landlord. However, failing to pay rent—even when you believe you have a legitimate reason—can have severe consequences under Texas law.
Commercial Tenant Abandonment: When the Landlord says “Wait, I just talked to them yesterday…”
My first experience with commercial abandonment was a double default. At a building in a tech corridor was a software developer who was developing a product for a major manufacturer. The company was apparently on a development funding venture capital dole. I received a call from a frantic customer who stated that I needed to […]
Commercial Lock-Outs of Tenants
In the web of business relationships, the dynamics between commercial landlords and tenants can be fraught with complexities. One such contentious issue that often arises is the practice of landlords locking out tenants.
