Negotiation Tool

Settlement Calculator

Calculate what your landlord owes you under Texas law, plus a fair lease buyout amount.

NOT LEGAL ADVICE: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Actual damages depend on your specific facts. All calculations happen locally on your device - we never see your data.Read full disclaimer

Security Deposit Claims

Deposit Paid

Deposit Returned

Bad faith withholding (triggers 3x penalty)No itemized deduction list providedOver 30 days since move-out

Habitability / Repair IssuesESTIMATED

Monthly Rent

Enter days affected by each issue:

Days without AC

Days without Heat

Days without Water

Days with Pest Issues

Days with Other Issues

Out of Pocket Expenses

Statutory Violations

Illegal Lockout

Landlord changed locks or prevented entry — rent + $1,000 (§92.0081)

Utility Shutoff

Landlord intentionally interrupted utilities — rent + $1,000 (§92.008)

Retaliation

Adverse action after complaint or exercising rights — rent + $500 (§92.333)

DTPA ClaimsTREBLE DAMAGES

DTPA Violation

Deceptive trade practices, misrepresentations, or unconscionable conduct

Lease Buyout

Months Remaining on Lease

Your Numbers

Deposit Claims$0.00

Habitability Damages$0.00

Statutory Damages$0.00

Out of Pocket$0.00

Total Owed$0.00

Lease Buyout Range$0.00 - $0.00

Settlement Demand Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Disclaimer: Statutory damages (lockout, utility shutoff, retaliation) are based on Texas Property Code §92. Habitability percentages are estimates based on common settlement practices — not statutory amounts. The 25% attorney fee estimate is for negotiation purposes only.

Actual recovery depends on case-specific factors. Consult with an attorney before making settlement demands.

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