Texas · Chapter 37 of 44

Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA)

The Texas DTPA, laundry list of false practices, consumer protections, damages (up to 3x actual damages), and how it applies to real estate.

20-minute read · Built for the TREC Sales Agent Exam

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DTPA Overview

The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) is one of the most powerful consumer protection statutes in the country. It applies to consumer transactions including real estate. Codified in Texas Business and Commerce Code Chapter 17.

Texas Business and Commerce Code Chapter 17

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