Late fee rules in Texas
In Texas, the late fee is at most 12% of the rent, or 10% in a building with more than 4 units. In Texas, for rent due on the 1st, the first late fee can be charged on the 4th at the earliest.
Checked against Texas law on Oct 28, 2026.
What Texas law says
What is the maximum late fee a landlord can charge in Texas?
In Texas, the late fee is at most 12% of the rent, or 10% in a building with more than 4 units.
Source: Tex. Prop. Code § 92.019(a-1), read Oct 28, 2026.
When can a landlord charge a late fee in Texas?
In Texas, for rent due on the 1st, the first late fee can be charged on the 4th at the earliest.
Source: Tex. Prop. Code § 92.019(a)(3), read Oct 28, 2026.
Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.