Property Management

Under Texas Property Code Section 92.019, a landlord who charges a late fee for rent must:

ACharge the fee immediately on the day rent is due
BProvide at least 2 days after the rent due date before charging a reasonable late fee✓ Correct
CInclude the late fee in the lease or it cannot be charged
DOnly charge a late fee on the first violation

Explanation

Texas Property Code Section 92.019 requires that a landlord wait at least two days after the rent due date before assessing a late fee. The fee must be reasonable and the lease must provide for it. Landlords cannot charge late fees immediately on the due date.

Related Texas Property Management Questions

Practice More Texas Real Estate Questions

1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.

Take the Free Texas Quiz →