TDI said appraisal rules required by Senate Bill 458 are in the final stages: rules will set timeframes, minimum qualifications for appraisers and umpires and notice requirements; members asked whether changes could increase claim costs.

Counsel for the real parties in interest told the Supreme Court the inspection is intended to measure buildings along the property line, determine whether structures fall within setback/back-third restrictions, and to make a physical count of animals to assess nuisance and aggravation.

Lawmakers update laws on fraudulent real estate documents and property damage penalties.

Texas bill HB 2752 seeks to limit property acquisitions by foreign individuals and entities.