Buying a duplex with a section 8 tenant.

[Mattaniah Yip]

Hey guys!

I am considering putting in an offer on a duplex in Los Angeles that was built in 1994.  This means the building is not under rent control.  However, one or maybe both of the untis are section 8.  I am planning to live in one of the units.  Does anyone know what are the steps in California to evict a section 8 tenant? Thanks in advanced!

Mattaniah

[Benjie DeVera]

What's the reason why you're evicting a Section 8 tenant? I have a section 8 tenant in one of my properties, and that family always pays on time. I have a positive view of Section 8 tenants. For most Section 8 people, it is in their best interests to cooperate fully with the landlord. Otherwise, they are risking of losing their vouchers with the City, which they wouldn't want to happen.

Eviction process on Section 8, from what I hear, is the same as any other eviction process. The only difference, I think, would be the relocation expenses which is more expensive than if it wasn't Section 8.