Bad tenants
Selling a House with Bad Tenants
Problem tenants do not stop a sale to us. Whether they are behind on rent, refusing entry, damaging the property, or squatting, we buy the house with them in it. No eviction required on your end. We take over the tenant situation after close.
When we help
Situations we handle regularly
- Tenants are not paying rent and communication has broken down.
- You are dealing with squatters or unauthorized occupants.
- Tenants are damaging the property or letting it fall apart.
- You do not want the cost, time, or emotional weight of running an eviction.
- You are ready to be done being a landlord altogether.
How it works
Bad tenants sale walkthrough
1. Tell us the tenant situation honestly
The more we know upfront, the more accurate the offer. There is no benefit to hiding a difficult situation.
2. We price with the tenant in
We factor in the eviction we may run, the condition, and time.
3. Close on your schedule
The tenants stay put. Their lease (if any) transfers to us.
4. We handle the aftermath
Any eviction, cash-for-keys negotiation, or unit turn happens on our clock, not yours.
Bad tenants FAQ
Common questions
Can I sell if my tenants refuse to leave?
Yes. We buy with them in place. You do not have to remove them first.
Can I sell if I have squatters?
Yes. Squatting cases are more complicated legally, but we buy houses with squatters. Price reflects the situation.
What if my tenants are damaging the property?
We factor damage into the offer. Nothing stops the deal.
Do I have to tell my tenants I am selling?
California law requires specific notices depending on lease and jurisdiction. We help you comply.
What if the tenants owe back rent?
Any back rent recovery is between you and them. We do not pay that at closing.
Will you evict them?
That is on us after close, using the legal process. You are out of it.
How is the offer affected by a difficult tenant?
The offer reflects the extra time and cost of resolving the situation. We are transparent about the math.
How fast can we close?
As few as 7 to 14 days once title is clear.
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Where we buy
We buy houses across five Southern California counties.
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