Establish property records and record real estate transactions within Hennepin County. Tenants even without a written lease have rights under state law.Landlords can sell but must follow the proper procedure and honor existing agreements. This handbook attempts to explain those rights. In Minnesota, landlords are obligated to provide renters with at least 30 days written notice before selling their properties. A court proceeding for a landlord to remove a tenant or other occupant from the property. This gives legal possession of the property back to the landlord. This booklet helps people renting a place to live understand their legal rights. It is a general guide and is not meant to answer all questions. We may file a lien at any time when an individual or business owes a debt to the state.