We, a group of licensed apartment locators in Texas, are raising a crucial demand for the enhancement of our profession and equity. We dedicate time, resources, and efforts to become certified professionals in the industry, facing numerous challenges along the way. The primary source of our income is coming from commission-based agreements with apartment complexes. We only receive a payment when we successfully connect potential renters with suitable properties.

Unfortunately, we face a continuing dilemma where the fruit of our work is disregarded, as many complexes either delay the payments to us for extensive months or flatly refuse to compensate us. This isn't merely an inconvenience; it's a direct threat to our existence and livelihood. We are deeply reliant on these commissions to support our financial responsibilities and professional growth.

It's critical to comprehend the magnitude of this issue that's not isolated but widespread. According to the National Association of Apartment Locators, the delayed or withheld payments affect over 70% of locators. This systematic issue necessitates stringent laws and regulations to hold complexes accountable for promptly fulfilling their financial obligations to locators.

We demand a legislative solution to prevent such professional exploitation. The purpose of ensuring that this issue is recognized and addressed by law is to provide us with a necessary financial security and to dignify the work of apartment locators. The timely, transparent, and full payments represent a validation of our efforts and commitment to our profession.

We urge you to empower us by signing this petition. Together we can, and we will ensure fair compensation for all apartment locators in Texas!

Key Demands:
1️⃣ TREC must require written agreements between properties and locators confirming commission amounts and payment deadlines.
2️⃣ Properties must pay commissions within 30-60 days of a lease starting.
3️⃣ Properties that fail to pay should face fines or penalties for repeated violations.
4️⃣ Locators should have a simple process to report non-payment to TREC.