Author Archives: Patrick G. Hubbard

The landlord/tenant relationship is a special one. Most of the time there is harmony as the tenant is enjoying his or her stay at the landlord’s property. It’s fulfilling for the landlord to provide shelter for a member of the community while also making a tidy little profit. But like many good relationships, sometimes they go bad. And when this happens, the tenant is generally at a distinct disadvantage due to his or her lack of experience in the way landlord/tenant disputes are resolved according to Texas Property Code Chapter 92....

While everyone experiences memory lapses or a mild slowing of cognitive abilities as they age, dementia is a pathological condition that impairs thinking to the point of disability. Having dementia may affect a wide range of cognitive abilities including language comprehension, attention span, memory, reasoning skills, learning capability, and even personality traits. Dementia causes many problems, both for the person who has it and for the person’s family....

Every day, millions of computer users share files online. Whether it is music, games, or software, file sharing can give people access to a wealth of information. To share files through a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, you download special software that connects your computer to other computers running the same software, which often is free. Sounds promising, right? Maybe, but make sure that you consider the tradeoffs....

When buying your first home, consult a real estate professional, a tax professional, and a lending specialist (even if you’re paying cash). It’s easier and generally more economical to hire a professional than to stumble through the process alone....

There is no such thing as a “standard lease,” and landlords almost always negotiate. Don’t lose sight of the fact that the “standard form lease” represents the landlord’s wish list and, if it’s not appropriately modified, it may not serve your interests when issues arise....