Property Management
Under Texas Property Code § 92.107, when a tenant vacates, the landlord should note the condition of the property by:
AFiling a report with TREC
BDocumenting the condition through a move-out inspection (with or without the tenant present) to support any deductions from the security deposit✓ Correct
CPhotographing only the exterior of the property
DHaving the tenant sign an affidavit
Explanation
To support any legitimate deductions from the security deposit, Texas landlords should conduct a thorough move-out inspection and document the property's condition (photos, written checklist). This protects against claims of wrongful withholding.
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