Wisconsin DATCP Landlord–Tenant Guide
Read the guide's “Change of Ownership” discussion for Wisconsin tenant guidance when a rental property is sold.
Racine and Mount Pleasant, WI · Tenant-occupied property
You're done — no turnover, no repairs, no more bad tenants.
Yes. USA Home Buyers buys houses as-is in Racine, Mount Pleasant, and throughout Racine County, including houses with tenants still living there. An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place; the new owner takes over the landlord's obligations under it.
We buy houses as-is, in any condition — no repairs, no cleaning, no cleanout required to sell to us.
Call 888-274-5006 or use the form. You can start the conversation with tenants still in the house.
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
Tell us about the house and the tenancy.
What we do
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.
You can sell to us without listing-agent showings. If a move-out arrangement may work better for everyone, including cash-for-keys, we can talk it through as part of the sale conversation. Tell us what is happening with the lease and the tenants; you do not need to settle every question before calling.
Bring us the tenancy problem
Lease timing, access, needed repairs, rent, or a difficult tenant conversation? Tell us what is happening at the house and what access is realistic.
Call 888-274-5006 and tell us what is happening with the lease, access, rent, or repairs.
What happens next
1. Talk through the house and tenancy
We discuss the Racine or Mount Pleasant property, who lives there, the lease, access, rent and deposit information, repairs, and the timing you have in mind.
2. Review the written cash offer and terms
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
You receive a written offer and clear written terms to review before you commit.
3. Arrange the title-company closing
If you choose to move ahead, we close through a title company. We review title, payoff, occupancy, and seller authority as part of arranging the closing. We account for the lease, rent, and security-deposit balance in the closing arrangements.
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. No fees. Your mortgage payoff, liens, back taxes, and share of current property taxes are separate.
Close as fast as 7 days when title and closing details allow.
Local Racine County and Wisconsin resources
Racine and Mount Pleasant are in Racine County. For Wisconsin landlord–tenant guidance, the state guide includes a discussion of change of ownership. County offices can help with their own property-record and court-office information.
Racine County Register of Deeds
Racine County property-record office and official contact for recorded land records.
Racine County Clerk of Circuit Court
Racine County court-office information. Use the county page to confirm current contact details.
Wisconsin tenant rights, notice, and security deposits
Yes, you can sell with tenants in place. A sale by itself does not cancel the lease or mean tenants must leave.
Wis. Stat. § 704.09 — lease after sale
An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place, and the new owner takes over the landlord's obligations under it. Tenants do not have to leave just because the house sells.
Wis. Stat. § 704.19 — month-to-month notice
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. This notice rule concerns ending a tenancy, not a sale by itself.
Rent and the security-deposit balance
We account for the lease, rent, and security-deposit balance when arranging closing. The sale does not by itself end the lease; the new owner takes over the landlord’s obligations.
The Wisconsin DATCP Landlord–Tenant Guide includes a change-of-ownership discussion.
Racine and Mount Pleasant seller resources
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Questions about selling a tenant-occupied Racine County house
Can I sell my house in Racine or Mount Pleasant while tenants are still there?
Yes. You can discuss selling while tenants are still living in the house. An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place, and the new owner takes over the landlord’s obligations under it. Tenants do not have to leave just because the house sells.
Do I have to evict before selling to USA Home Buyers?
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.
Does a sale cancel the lease?
No. An ordinary sale generally leaves the lease in place. The new owner takes over the landlord’s obligations under it, and the tenants do not have to leave just because ownership changes.
How much notice is needed to end an ordinary month-to-month tenancy?
The usual Wisconsin rule is written notice at least 28 days before the end of the rental period. The lease and the reason for ending the tenancy can change what is required. That notice concerns ending a tenancy; the sale alone does not cancel the lease.
What happens to rent and the security deposit when the house sells?
We account for the lease, rent, and security-deposit balance in the closing arrangements. An ordinary sale leaves the lease in place, and the new owner takes over the landlord’s obligations under it.
What our sellers say
“LISTEN, PROPERTY TAXES GOT TOO HIGH FOR MY FIXED INCOME. SOLD IT TO THEM. WALKED AWAY WITH CASH. GLAD IT'S OVER.”
“Facing foreclosure ... Very stressful time... They handled it professionally and got me out of the debt...”
“no open houses. no realtors tracking dirt in. just a straight cash sale for our house so we could move. Glad it's over.”
Talk through the tenant situation
Call 888-274-5006 or use the form below. Start with what you know about the house and tenancy.
We give written cash offers in 24 hours.
Share the house and tenant details with us.
Prices, timing and your selling options
Home prices in Racine Mount Pleasant
- Typical home value (Zillow ZHVI)
- $315,015
- Zillow · Racine County, WI · countywide; As of September 2026
Homes in Racine County, WI sold for a median of $324,274 for September 2026 (Redfin). This covers the whole county, so prices in Racine Mount Pleasant may differ. Repairs and condition affect what someone will pay for your house. Homes in Racine County, WI spent a median of 45 days on the market for September 2026 (Redfin; countywide). You still have bills while waiting to sell, including utilities and any mortgage payments. Allow time for closing, too.