PA Landlording - Sign new lease? Old landlords lease apply?

[Richard H.]

Hi BPers,

I have two questions related to a property I own in PA, which I'd really appreciate some input on:

1) The tenant signed a lease with the prior owner (who I bought the place from). The lease expired 2 years ago, but I have a copy, and I think it switches to month-to-month. Do the terms of the lease automatically apply with me, or not because my name isn't on the lease?

2) Assuming the tenant in on a month-to-month, she told me that she intends to move in October. I ideally want her to stay another year and move out in a warmer month. Do I have any options here? If so, what are they?

Rick