The lease stays in place when ownership changes
A sale does not cancel the lease. The buyer becomes the new landlord, so discuss the lease and current occupancy as part of the handoff.
McAllen, TX · Hidalgo County · Tenant-occupied house
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Can I sell my McAllen house with tenants still living there?
Yes. You can sell a tenant-occupied house. A sale does not cancel the lease; the buyer becomes the new landlord. We buy houses as-is in the City of McAllen and Hidalgo County, Texas.
Call 888-274-5006 or use the form. You can start while the tenants are still there.
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Share the property address and what you know about the lease, occupancy, access, or repairs.
We'll give you a written cash offer within 24 hours.
What we do
We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required 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.
You don't always need to evict to sell to us. Tell us what the lease says and what is happening with the occupancy so we can discuss a sale that reflects the actual tenancy.
Bring us the problem
Lease timing, access, or repairs becoming difficult? Tell us what is going on, including who lives there and any access limits or written notices. You do not have to sort out the tenancy before calling.
Call 888-274-5006 and talk it through.
What happens next
1. We discuss the lease, occupancy, and house
Tell us what the lease says, who is living there, how access works, and what condition the house is in. If you have copies of the lease and deposit records, keep them handy for the closing discussion.
2. You get written terms to review
We give written cash offers in 24 hours. Written offer and written terms before you commit; title-company closing.
3. The title company handles closing
The title company works through the ownership and closing documents, including the lease and deposit handoff for the sale. You review the written terms before deciding whether to proceed.
Local help for a McAllen rental
For a house inside the City of McAllen with a code or property-condition concern, start with the City's Health & Code Enforcement page. Confirm the property address and current city instructions; nearby municipalities are separate from McAllen. This is a city-code resource, not an office that decides lease terms or security-deposit rights.
Texas lease, notice, and security-deposit rules
A sale does not by itself cancel a lease. The details below explain the Texas rules that affect the tenant and deposit handoff.
Security deposits transfer with clear responsibility
From the day the new owner gets title, the new owner is responsible for returning the security deposit. The new owner must give each tenant a signed statement saying it bought the property, is responsible for the deposit, and stating the exact dollar amount.
You remain responsible for deposits you collected until the new owner receives them or takes over that responsibility, unless your written contract says otherwise. It may be smart to credit the deposits to the buyer at closing. Have copies of every lease and deposit record ready for closing.
Source: Texas Property Code §92.105, security-deposit duties when ownership changes.
Notice for a month-to-month tenancy
For a month-to-month tenancy with monthly rent, either side can end it with notice. It ends on the later of the date in the notice or one month after notice is given. A lease signed by both sides can set a different notice period.
Source: Texas Property Code §91.001, notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.
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McAllen tenant-occupied seller questions
Can I sell my McAllen house while tenants still live there?
Yes. You can sell a tenant-occupied house. A sale does not cancel the lease, and the buyer becomes the new landlord.
Do I have to evict 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 security deposit when ownership changes?
From the day the new owner gets title, that owner is responsible for returning the security deposit and must give each tenant a signed statement that it bought the property, is responsible for the deposit, and states the exact amount. You remain responsible for deposits you collected until the new owner receives them or takes over that responsibility, unless your written contract says otherwise. It may be smart to credit deposits to the buyer at closing.
How much notice ends a month-to-month tenancy in Texas?
For a month-to-month tenancy with monthly rent, either side can end it with notice. The tenancy ends on the later of the date in the notice or one month after the notice is given. A lease signed by both sides can set a different notice period.
What should I have ready for the sale?
Have copies of the lease and deposit records ready for closing. If available, also bring the current rent and occupancy details, access limits, and any written notices.
How do I start, and when will I get a written cash offer?
Send the property address through the form or call 888-274-5006. We'll give you a written cash offer within 24 hours.
Talk through the tenant situation
Tell us what is happening with the lease, occupancy, access, or repairs. Use the form above or call 888-274-5006.