tenant eviction on a recent purchase

[Hai G.]

Hi all,

I'm closing on a Triplex in the East Bay.  All three units are rented out.  However, the tenants in one of the units have not paid rent for the last two months and the current owner has served an eviction notice prior to the transaction with a move-out deadline in three weeks.  

My question is, as I take over the property, how should I ensure this eviction goes smoothly? I'm getting a copy of tenant leases (might not even be available) and a copy of the eviction notice to make sure I have all the documentation if further action is needed, any advice on things I should watch out for?

Thanks in advance for any insight,

Hai