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Move-In & Move-Out Guides
Inventory checklists, condition reports, utility transfers, deposit protection, cleaning standards, and how to get your full deposit back at move-out.
Deposit Disputes in Bexar County JP Court: What the Process Actually Looks Like
If your San Antonio landlord kept your deposit and won't budge, Bexar County Justice of the Peace court is where you go. Here is the actual sequence, the right precinct, and what § 92.109 lets you recover.
6 min read · Apr 21, 2026
Security Deposit Refunds in Texas: The Exact Sequence Under § 92.103
Texas Property Code § 92.103 gives your landlord 30 days to refund your deposit — but only if you do three specific things first. Here is the sequence that actually works in Bexar County.
6 min read · Apr 21, 2026
The San Antonio Move-In Walkthrough: 30 Minutes That Protects Your Deposit
A documented move-in walkthrough is the single biggest factor in whether you get your full security deposit back in Texas. Here's exactly how to do it in San Antonio.
7 min read · Apr 21, 2026
Professional Cleaning at Move-Out: When a Texas Landlord Can Require It
A mandatory professional cleaning clause in your Texas lease is usually enforceable — but only within limits. Here is what your landlord can actually charge for, and what crosses into an illegal deposit deduction.
6 min read · Apr 21, 2026