Can Someone Take My House if I Get Sued in Texas?
In Texas, the homestead exemption provides strong protections for your primary residence, meaning that in most cases, a creditor or plaintiff cannot force the sale of your home to satisfy a judgment. Each person is entitled to only one protected homestead, so if you own multiple properties, only your primary home is shielded, while additional houses or properties could potentially be at risk for sale or foreclosure to satisfy debts.
The exemption is unlimited in dollar amount, so there is no cap on the value of your primary home that can be protected. However, the protection is subject to rules set by the Texas Property Code and the Texas Constitution, which outline the limitations and procedures for claiming this exemption. Because of these nuances, it is crucial to consult an experienced attorney if a judgment is filed against you or if someone is attempting to place a lien or enforce a judgment on your property. An attorney can help ensure your homestead exemption is properly applied and protect your assets from unnecessary loss.
To learn more about how lawsuits progress once filed, read [How does a lawsuit work in Texas?].
You can also check out [I Was Sued for a Car Accident in Texas — Now What?] to see how judgments are enforced.
