Budget Now for the ONE Conference, April 14-16, 2026, in Fort Worth, TX! 
Every two years, following the Texas Legislative Session, TAA undergoes an extensive review of its leases and related forms, as well as the TAA REDBOOK.
As a result of the successful legislative session, and in particular the passage of SB 38 (see article on page X), there are a number of revisions to leases and related forms that will reflect changes to Texas law. In addition to exploring all things related to evictions in this review cycle, TAA is also responding to member input and feedback with an extensive discussion around fee transparency and other operational items.
Our current goal is to address items related to SB 38 in this 2025 revision cycle and to take a deep dive into fee transparency in 2026.
TAA Forms Review
TAA’s forms review process is heavily focused on member input and suggestions. While part of the effort revolves around incorporating any changes in Texas law, another very important piece is collaborating with TAA members on their operational feedback.
To ensure we’re looking at forms from both the legal and the operational perspectives, we have two member workgroups that are helping drive the discussion about forms changes (see workgroup list on page X). We appreciate the time and expertise that these members bring to the process.
While changes to TAA’s leases, addenda and notices to vacate are very much in process as of our publication date, the goal is for TAA’s Board of Directors to approve revisions at its fall meeting in October and for revised forms to be released in TAA Click & Lease at the end of December. Watch TAA’s communication channels and REDBOOK Online for more details.
REDBOOK Content
The TAA REDBOOK is an invaluable legal resource that provides a wealth of industry operational information and practical guidance. In addition to new and familiar statutes and regulations, the REDBOOK captures and digests important information that impacts members each day, and offers the resources needed to help them meet operational challenges.
All of that is still true in TAA’s REDBOOK Online. Originally launched in 2007, the REDBOOK Online website includes all of the operational resources you expect with access to content 24/7, including from mobile devices.
In addition to content that was historically available in the printed version, TAA’s REDBOOK Online includes bonus content, features articles and forms not previously available in the printed book. All updates to the Online REDBOOK will be completed by mid-January.
Seamless access to TAA REDBOOK Online is provided to all TAA Click & Lease program users with no additional login needed. Subscriptions are also available to members through the TAA website for $50 plus tax per year. Visit www.taa.org for more information or contact communications@taa.org for assistance.
Forms and REDBOOK Education
With forms and REDBOOK updates comes a great opportunity to take a fresh look at educating members, both regarding changes to laws and forms, but also on how to make the best use of member tools and resources.
In addition to developing in-person and virtual training, TAA’s Learning Management System will also feature training resources on TAA leases and related forms, using REDBOOK Online and spotlighting changes in Texas law that impact rental housing operations.
While much of the REDBOOK content programming will be available in early 2026, TAA is hosting a three-part series of legal and lease-related training for members:
Session 1: Legislative Recap & Legal Hypotheticals
August 19 – recorded and available in TAA’s Learning Hub
A follow-up to our prior legislative overview webinar, with a deeper dive into how new laws affect your operations and common legal scenarios.
Session 2: Lease Preview & SB 38 Toolkit
September 23 | 10:30 AM CST | FREE
A guided walkthrough of SB 38 offer insight into anticipated lease revisions and review key SB 38 resources, including FAQs, a one-pager, and a legislative summary.
Session 3: Final Review & Open Q&A
November 12 | 10:30 AM CST | FREE
Join us for a final review as we walk through a preview of proposed lease changes with key materials, followed by an open Q&A.
Register for these programs on www.taa.org, and watch the calendar section of the TAA website at www.taa.org for more details coming soon.
Questions?
If you have any questions about TAA’s forms or REDBOOK Online revisions or upcoming education, please contact communications@taa.org.
Many thanks to our Lease Review Workgroup members for their time and expertise!
Legal Workgroup Howard Bookstaff, Hoover Slovacek LLP
Brian Cweren, The Cweren Law Firm PLLC
Scott Fournier, The Cweren Law Firm PLLC
David Fritsche, Law Offices of R. David Fritsche
Jennifer Owen, Higier, Allen & Lautin PC
Corey Rogers, Rogers Law Firm
Kimberly Sims, Palter, Sims, Martinez PLLC
Greg Burmeister, Willow Bridge Property Company
Joey Hance, Asset Living
Taryn Lewis, Avenue 5
Nicole Nayima, BH Management
Rick Ostermayer, Willow Bridge Property Company
Glen Smith, Greystar
Operations Workgroup
Michelle Ablondi, Windsor Communities
Melissa Autrey, Cushman & Wakefield
Kelly Berchtold, Greystar
Melissa Bertram, Willow Bridge Property Company
Nicolle Block, RPM Living
Wendell Burris, Minnix Properties
Teri Clifton, Better World
Cayce Coon, Madera Residential
Tim Doerbaum, Lone Star Realty
Joey Fortney, BH Management
Jamie Godek, LUMA Residential
Marleny Gonzalez, Willow Bridge Property Company
Christine Hefran, Gables
Tyler Johnson, Asset Living
Terra Jones, Willow Bridge
Colliny Landson, Gables
Melanie O’Brien, Windsor Communities
Bradley Roschyk, Berkshire
Danielle Spengler, Greystar