Wisconsin DATCP Landlord–Tenant Guide
The March 2026 guide includes a “Change of Ownership” section on printed page 12.
Read the Wisconsin DATCP guide ↗Madison, Wisconsin · Dane County · Tenant-occupied property
You're done — no turnover, no repairs, no more bad tenants.
Yes. You can sell your Madison house to us while tenants are still living there. We can talk through the lease and access before you make a move-out plan.
USA Home Buyers buys houses in Madison and Dane County, Wisconsin. We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required to sell to us.
Call 888-274-5006We buy houses with tenants in place
We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required to sell to us.
You don't always need to evict to sell to us. We buy houses with tenants in place — we've done it many times, including cash-for-keys when that works better for everyone.
Cash-for-keys means discussing payment as part of a planned move-out. When helping the tenants move may work better for everyone, we can talk through whether that fits the property and tenancy.
Bring us the problem
Lease questions, a hard access schedule, unpaid rent or repairs that have piled up? Tell us what is happening. We can talk through the house and tenancy while the tenants are still there and repairs are unfinished.
Call 888-274-5006 and start with what you know.
What happens next
1. We talk through the house and tenancy
We discuss the Madison or Dane County house, who lives there and what you know about the lease, rent, deposit, access, condition and timing.
2. We put the offer and terms in writing
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
You get a written offer and written terms before you commit, and we close through a title company.
3. We plan the closing around the tenancy
We discuss how the lease, occupancy, rent and security-deposit balance fit into the handoff. Close as fast as 7 days when title and closing details allow.
When you sell to us, we pay the closing costs. When you sell to us, we pay the Wisconsin real estate transfer fee. No agent commissions when you sell to us. Your mortgage payoff, liens, back taxes and share of current property taxes are separate.
Wisconsin rental guidance
Wisconsin DATCP’s Landlord–Tenant Guide explains what can happen to a lease when a rental property changes ownership.
Wisconsin leases, notice, possession and security deposits
An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place. The new owner takes over the landlord’s obligations under it, and tenants do not have to move just because the house sells.
Ending a month-to-month tenancy
If you want to end an ordinary month-to-month tenancy, the usual rule is written notice at least 28 days before the end of the rental period. The lease and the reason for ending it can change what is required.
Lease and deposit at closing
We discuss how the lease, rent and security-deposit balance will be handled at closing.
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Questions about selling a tenant-occupied house
Can I sell my Madison house while tenants are still living there?
Yes. You can sell a Madison house while tenants are living there. We buy tenant-occupied houses in Madison and Dane County. An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place; the Wisconsin details are below.
Do I have to evict tenants before I call?
You don't always need to evict to sell to us. We buy houses with tenants in place — we've done it many times, including cash-for-keys when that works better for everyone. Tell us about the property and tenancy.
What happens to the lease and security deposit when a house sells?
An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place, and the new owner takes over the landlord's obligations under it. We discuss how the lease, rent and security-deposit balance will be handled at closing.
What notice applies to an ordinary month-to-month tenancy?
If you want to end an ordinary month-to-month tenancy, the usual rule is written notice at least 28 days before the end of the rental period. The lease and the reason for ending it can change what is required.
Can I call before I have every detail about the tenancy?
Yes. You can call before you have a move-out plan or every answer about the tenancy. We can start with what you know about the house and lease.
How does the offer and closing process work?
We give written cash offers in 24 hours. You get a written offer and written terms before you commit, and we close through a title company.
Talk through your Madison tenant situation
Call 888-274-5006 or use the form. Tell us what is happening with the lease, access, repairs or occupancy.
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
Takes 2 minutes. No obligation.
Prices, timing and your selling options
Home prices in Madison
Homes in Madison, WI sold for a median of $439,791 for the three months ending September 2026 (Redfin). Repairs and condition affect what someone will pay for your house. Homes in Madison, WI spent a median of 50 days on the market for the three months ending September 2026 (Redfin). You still have bills while waiting to sell, including utilities and any mortgage payments. Allow time for closing, too.