Texas bill makes landlords show all fees upfront

Relating to disclosure of rent and certain fees and charges by a landlord.

Introduced· 2025-03-11

Who's it for

Who's it for: Everyday People

What it means for you

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Good for everyday people ·

Plain‑English summary, cross‑checked against the official bill text.

This bill would make landlords tell you all rental fees upfront, so you know the full cost before you sign a lease.

Our take

What we think, in plain words.

This bill is important because it would stop landlords from surprising renters with hidden fees after they've decided on a place. Right now, people often find out about extra costs like trash or internet fees only when they're about to sign the lease, making it hard to compare prices or back out. This bill would make sure all costs are clear from the start. Some landlords might say this makes renting more complicated for them, but for everyday Texans, it means no more guessing what their rent will truly be.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

Landlords would have to show all fixed monthly fees with the rent in ads and applications.
Leases would need to clearly list all fees, like pet fees, security deposits, and late fees, on the first page.
Landlords could not charge fees not listed in the lease.
If landlords don't follow the rules, they could owe tenants money and legal fees.
Tenants could get their money back if application disclosures are wrong and they haven't signed the lease.