Suing For Unpaid Rent

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Verbal and written agreements are legally binding in Texas. Text messages can serve as evidence to support your case. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Alisa Bodden
Hello Alisa Bodden, it's nice to meet you. How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I had an ex that was living with me but he wasn’t on my lease he moved out the property on the 15th of April but he agreed to pay the rent long as he was staying there I had moved out in February but since I moved out he’s only paid half of the rent and left me with a *,* balance on the rent . Can I sue him for not paying ?
Hello Alisa, it's important to know where this occurred as laws can vary. If you had a written or verbal agreement, you might be able to sue him for not fulfilling his agreed obligations.
We resided in Houston Texas and I have text messages about our agreements to the rent does that help?
Yes, Alisa, your text messages can be considered as evidence. In Texas:
*. Verbal and written agreements are legally binding.
*. Evidence, like text messages, can support your case.
Consider consulting with a local attorney for further advice.