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Updated over 8 years ago, 03/30/2016
In Contract - Eviction - Before closing
I have situation and need suggestions. I have my first investment property (4 units in Frankfort, KY) under contract due to close in 10 days. Now
Seller realtor sent message to my realtor: "Seller said units 3 & 4 haven't paid January rent yet. How does your client want him to handle that? Evict them or just keep trying to collect? With Christmas last month, I'd say they're just broke and maybe they could get caught up... IDK.."
My reply: "I would act based on, what they are saying. Are they planning to pay along with FEB rent ? or with in a week ? Get something in writing with a set date after which they have to evict."
Seller realtor response : "He said he doesn't think they're going to pay for January. The problem is, if he starts the eviction process and then we close on the property, the property is yours. MAYBE they'll pay for February after we close when you let them know who to make the checks out to. My client just wanted to let all parties know what was going on and will do whatever you want him to do."
In my initial offer, I requested to allow me to survey current tenants but seller denied under pretext not to disturb tenants. I still went ahead and signed contract, as I knew all units we occupied. Deal is not very great but better then the comparative sales.
I am lost, any suggestion please ?