Yes, the landlord can sell the property. Selling to a tenant is probably the easiest way to sell the house.The Realtor's job is to bring buyer and seller together. The good news is this: You have the legal right to sell your property, even if there are tenants living there. The simple answer is yes, you can sell a property with a tenant still living in it. What are a Tenant's Rights When a Landlord Sells a Property? Check the real estate Forum for VA specific laws but generally any lease in effect at the time of sale carries over to the new owner. A buyer can ask the renter to sign a new lease with him, but technically the tenant does not have to. Exceptions to Honoring a Term Lease. First, you should check your lease agreement with the renters to see if there are any provisions regarding the sale of the property.
