Buying property at a foreclosure sale can undoubtedly present a savvy buyer with tremendous opportunity for profit. Death, disability, divorce, job loss, and financial woes are the frequent companions of (or precursors to) foreclosure of real estate. Sometimes, the misfortune of a prior owner can quickly be converted to equity which is available for purchase…
Upon popular request and after lots of procrastinating, I have updated my Primer on Residential Evictions in Bexar County, Texas. I first wrote the Primer in 2011 as a resource for Landlords, Investors and Property Managers who find themselves facing the prospect of evicting a tenant or other occupant of residential property through the Bexar County…
JURY FINDS IN FAVOR OF OUR DEFENDANT-CLIENT IN LAWSUIT OVER VEHICLE REPOSSESSION This week we are celebrating a defense jury verdict reached on behalf of our client SFM MOTORS, INC. (“SFM”). The verdict came following 2 1/2 days of jury trial in a four-year-old lawsuit filed in Bexar County Court. SFM is a small, “buy…
It is no secret that Texas real estate professionals (brokers, agents, etc.) are frequently principals in real estate transactions. That is, real estate brokers and agents — like other people — act as Sellers or Buyers of property in which they have an ownership or other economic interest. This activity is frequently referred to as…
My last post discussed the disasterous results of an illegal subdivision located in Caldwell County. The failure of the developer to comply with platting laws or obtain County approval of the Century Oaks subdivision (combined with County inaction) resulted in many Buyers holding useless properties. My research on the Caldwell situation led to my discovery…
Unplatted Subdivision Reveals Problems Associated with Contracts for Deed and Limited Land Use Oversight. The Austin American Statesman recently published a series of articles that cast a chilling light on what happens when a landowner-turned-real-estate-developer fails to comply with land use laws. The articles about an illegal Texas subdivision were authored by investigative reporter Eric Dexheimer, and are well-written and insightful. They can…
TREY WILSON CAN LIST YOUR PROPERTY FOR SALE OR REPRESENT YOU AS THE BUYER OF RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE IN TEXAS. In addition to being an experienced real estate attorney, Trey Wilson is also a real estate salesperson licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), and a Realtor (member of the Texas Association of…
We are often called upon to defend suits filed by tenants against managers of residential rental properties. These suits generally arise from disputes over security deposit refunds and/or unfulfilled repair requests. Sometimes the owner/landlord is also joined in the lawsuit, but frequently the property manager is the sole Defendant. We have enjoyed a recent streak…
Did You Know that a title defect is a condition of land or its surrounding circumstances that invalidates, diminishes or negatively impacts real estate ownership in some way? Common examples of title defects in Texas real estate applications include the following: Liens, including mechanic’s or materialman’s liens Landlock or impaired access to a public roadway Division of ownership…
5 REASONS YOU NEED A LAWYER WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS If you are concerned with the ability of your realtor to comprehensively serve your needs in selling your home, you are not alone. Many sellers of residential real estate discover too late that they should have involved a knowledgeable…
Getting served with a lawsuit — especially the first time — can be overwhelming and stressful. We typically ask new clients about the emotions they feel after being served with legal papers, and range is broad, but consistent. Fear, Concern and Anger top the list of most-frequently identified emotions where real estate lawsuits are concerned. The questions new Defendants…
Our office routinely represents real estate investors and others who purchase residential properties at foreclosure sales. These sales are most commonly conducted by the Trustee for for a lien holder — typically the mortgage lender to an owner who has defaulted in making mortgage payments — but other times are conducted by Judgment creditors or…
It may seem obvious that the job and role of a real estate agent and that of a real estate attorney are very distinct when buying or selling property; however, many times buyers and sellers are confused about the limitations of a real estate professional, and end up realizing the importance of having an attorney…
Did you know that the State of Texas hosts an online guide to homeowners’ association/ property owners’ association law to assist pro se litigants and others? The Texas State Law Library reference librarians have done an excellent job of compiling legal research guides for specific areas of the law, including Property Owners’ Associations. The objective…
In Texas, “instruments concerning property” (also known as “deeds”) may be properly recorded with the County Clerk in which the real property/real estate is located only if they contain certain elements. Although deeds may differ in appearance and specific information, all valid deeds for the conveyance of real estate in Texas should meet the following…
We are proud to announce that we secured an appellate victory for our client, Loft Concepts, Inc. (“LCI”), in an opinion released on May 25, 2016 by the Fourth Court of Appeals located in San Antonio, Texas. The case involved a post-foreclosure eviction that worked its way through three (3) levels of courts — all of whom sided…
Landlords who prevail in eviction cases filed in Justice Courts often have short-lived celebrations. With increasing frequency, tenants are filing eviction appeals to the County Courts. These appeals frequently serve as attempts to delay the tenant’s inevitable loss of possession. However, even where the most frivolous of appeals are concerned, Landlords can find themselves lost in…
Texas Home Buyers May Avoid Becoming Victims of Real Estate Fraud by Following these simple steps: 1. Obtain Written Disclosures Before Making an Offer Texas law requires Sellers of residential real estate to furnish buyers with a written and signed disclosure of the property’s condition at or prior to the time of closing. Obviously, closing…
Affairs of the law, and real estate law in particular, are date-intensive. Calculating limitations periods, responding to opposing party demands and discovery requests, and setting a court date or closing date, are all calendar-driven. However, many parties to real estate proceedings are surprised to learn just how quickly important dates get postponed, and how unpredictable the schedule for…
If you’re watching this video, you’re probably in the market for a real estate attorney…. You’ve come to the right place. Experience and a proven record of success are of critical importance when hiring an attorney. Trey Wilson has an abundance of both. For over 15 years, he has sharply focused his practice on Texas…
Please join me in celebrating 10 years since I formed my law firm on September 16, 2005. For more than a decade, we have sharply focused on being the best real estate lawyers and water lawyers in San Antonio, Texas. We are honoring the milestone with a special anniversary logo commemorating a decade of service and abundant blessings….
Experience – especially relevant experience – and a proven track record of success are of the utmost importance when hiring an attorney. I have an abundance of both. While there is nothing wrong with having a general law practice, the nuances, complexities, and technicalities of the various legal disciplines make it impossible for any lawyer…
My practice as a real estate lawyer in San Antonio encompasses all aspects of the acquisition, ownership, management, use and sale of real property (land and improvements thereon) in Texas. The services I offer as a San Antonio real estate attorney can generally be divided into two categories: Real Estate Transactions and Real Estate Litigation…
My name is Trey Wilson, and I am a real estate lawyer in San Antonio, Texas. As a Texas real estate attorney, I handle all manner of real estate transactions and lawsuits concerning ownership, use and access to real property. I also handle matters directly related to the ownership of real estate, such as water…
