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Do You Lose the Homestead Exemption When You Rent Out Your Texas Home?

You lose the exemption and the 10% appraisal cap. The cap is the expensive one. What Tax Code 11.13, 11.43, and 23.23 require, and what to do before May 1.

Maddie @ Proper Home Management

Aug 15, 2026

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Landlord Insurance for a Texas Rental Property: What You Actually Need

Which policy covers a Texas rental, why a homeowners policy will not, and why your property manager belongs on it as an additional insured.

Maddie @ Proper Home Management

Aug 15, 2026

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Texas Security Deposit Rules Every Landlord Needs to Know in 2026

Learn the key Texas security deposit rules for landlords — timelines, deductions, penalties, and best practices to stay legally compliant.

Maddie @ Proper Home Management

Apr 7, 2026

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LTR, MTR, or STR? How Texas Investors Choose the Right Rental Strategy in 2026

Long-term, mid-term, or short-term rental? Texas investors explain how to pick the right strategy—and how to run all three with the right partners.

Christy @ Proper Home Management

Mar 31, 2026

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How to Screen Tenants in Texas: A Landlord's Legal Compliance Guide

Texas tenant screening has specific legal requirements landlords must follow. Here's how to screen applicants thoroughly, stay fair-housing compliant, and protect your investment.

Maddie @ Proper Home Management

Mar 26, 2026

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