How Texas Law Caps Rent Increases & Late Fees
Protect Your Wallet with the Law Office of Bryan Fagan
Rent is one of your biggest monthly expenses. The last thing you need is a landlord tacking on unfair charges or excessive late fees.
- Maybe your landlord raised the rent without proper notice.
- Maybe they’re charging fees that don’t appear in your lease.
- Maybe your late fee seems sky-high compared to your actual rent.
The truth is: Texas law sets limits on what landlords can charge tenants—and if your landlord is breaking the rules, you don’t have to pay the price.
What Texas Law Says About Rent & Late Fees
Under the Texas Property Code:
- Rent must be charged exactly as agreed in your lease.
- Landlords cannot add new fees unless clearly spelled out in writing.
- Late fees must be “reasonable” and generally cannot exceed 12% of monthly rent (depending on unit size).
- Landlords must give proper notice before rent increases on month-to-month leases.
- Recover overcharged rent or unlawful fees
- Stop paying fees that aren’t legally enforceable
- Pursue damages if your landlord acted in bad faith
How the Law Office of Bryan Fagan Can Help
Review your lease for hidden or unlawful fee provisions
Challenge illegal rent increases or unfair charges
Negotiate with landlords to remove or reduce disputed fees
File legal claims to recover overpayments and damages
Protect tenants from retaliation after disputing unlawful charges
Enforce compliance with Texas Property Code Sections 92.019 & 92.0191
We understand the financial pressure tenants face—and we know how to hold landlords accountable when they cross the line.
Don’t Let Your Landlord Drain Your Bank Account
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You work hard to pay rent every month. You shouldn’t be punished with unlawful fees or surprise charges.
Call the Law Office of Bryan Fagantoday to speak with a Texas tenant rights attorney about your rent or late fee dispute.
📞 Call us now at (281) 562-7344to schedule your FREE consultation.
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