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Selling a rental property with tenants
Some investors buy rentals with tenants in place, so you may not need to deliver a vacant house.
- ✓ Free and no obligation
- ✓ Sell as-is: no repairs or cleaning required by most buyers
- ✓ You choose the closing timeline
Request a no-obligation cash offer
Free, no obligation. A local buyer may follow up to learn more about your property.
Know the rules
- California's Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and some local ordinances limit when and how tenancies can be ended.
- A sale does not automatically end a lease; the buyer usually takes over existing leases.
- Tenants are typically entitled to proper written notice before entry for showings or inspections.
- Security deposits transfer to the new owner or are handled as required by law.
Landlord-tenant law is complex. Talk to a California landlord-tenant attorney before serving any notice.
Why landlords sell to investors
Tenants stay
No need to vacate the unit to sell.
Deferred maintenance
Sell without a full turnover renovation.
Simplify
Step away from management and repairs.
Common questions
Do the tenants have to move out before I sell?
Not necessarily. Many investors buy occupied properties and take over the lease.
Are you the company that buys my house?
No. Sell My House 911 is a free referral service. We pass your request to an independent local real estate investor or cash buyer, who may contact you and decide whether to make an offer.
Am I obligated to accept an offer?
No. Requesting an offer is free and there is no obligation. You can compare it with other buyers or with listing through a licensed real estate agent.
Will a cash offer be full market value?
Usually not. Investors typically pay less than full retail value in exchange for buying as-is, covering costs, and closing on your schedule. If getting the highest price matters most, also talk to a licensed agent about listing.
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How it works
Step by step, from request to closing.
Facing foreclosure
Behind on payments and running out of time.
Inherited house
Probate, trust, or a house you don't want to keep.
Divorce
Selling a shared home during or after divorce.
Needs repairs
Foundation, roof, fire, or just dated.
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