What are my rights as a tenant if my landlord decided to sell?
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What are my rights as a tenant if my landlord decided to sell?
About 16 days ago, I received a letter from my landlord terminating my tenancy. The letter stated I must vacate the premises on/or before the 1st of next month (about 3 weeks from now). Apparently his reason is because he has decided to sell. I have heard from numerous people that it is illegal to not allow me 60 days notice.
Asked on January 6, 2013 under Real Estate Law, Wisconsin
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
First of all, since you didn't mention a lease, I will assume that there is none (if there were you would have until it expired to move; the new owner would have to purchase the property subject to it). Since you are a month-to-month tenant (i.e. pay rent montly and have no lease), in most states the rule is that you are entitled to be given a 30 day notice to vacate. My research suggests that WI also follows this majority rule. However, you can contact an attorney that handles rental cases or a tenant's right's group in your rea for more information regarding specific state law.
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