Selling property with tenants

A rented apartment or other property is assessed together with its current occupation and agreements. Mention the tenant in your first enquiry. This helps arrange a viewing and assess the purchase terms.

What we consider when preparing an offer

Lease duration, payments and deposit
Payment history and arrears
Occupation and access for a viewing
Known disputes and arrangements

What to send us

Lease and amendments
Payment and deposit information
Photos and condition details

What to know before deciding

A change of ownership does not automatically require the tenant to leave immediately. The agreement and the parties’ rights must be considered. We do not promise eviction or termination before reviewing the circumstances.

How to prepare your property for an assessment

When preparing an offer, actual occupation matters more than a listing labelled “with tenants”. Explain who uses the rooms, the agreed duration and how access can be arranged. Mention verbal additions to the agreement so that the written lease does not give an incomplete picture.

Before completion, set out paid rental periods, possible arrears, the deposit and utility payment arrangements. Agree separately which documents pass to the buyer and how the tenant will be contacted. Do not promise vacant possession on a particular date unless the necessary conditions have been checked and discussed.

What to clarify before a final offer

Prepare a tenancy summary covering parties, duration, payments, deposit and side agreements. Do not send only the first page if appendices contain important terms. Distinguish unpaid rent from disputed sums and retain the relevant correspondence.

Arrange access with the occupier. Clarify whether the buyer accepts existing use or expects a change before completion. Do not promise vacant possession by a date while the basis for it remains unresolved. Discuss deposits and prepaid amounts when preparing the contract rather than leaving them until the keys are handed over.

What happens next

Send the initial details. We review them, clarify missing information and arrange a viewing where needed. The final price, payment arrangements and handover are agreed before the notarial transaction.

How direct property purchase works

Frequently asked questions

Is the lease needed for the assessment?

The lease terms help assess use of the property and associated obligations. Start with the term, rent, deposit and any arrears. Agree a secure method for sharing documents containing personal data separately.

How is a viewing arranged with a tenant?

Explain who can arrange access and what agreements apply. The time must be coordinated with regard to the lease and occupants’ rights. We do not assume the owner can enter at any time without notice.

When is the price final?

An offer based on photos and a description is preliminary. We confirm the final price after reviewing the necessary information and the condition of the property. Any newly discovered material issue is discussed before completion.

Who pays the transaction costs?

In a direct purchase, we cover the agreed notary and registration costs. Existing loans, debts and other seller obligations are considered separately, and the payment arrangements must be agreed before completion.