Squatting

[Mike Osterman]

Hello, 

I have an opportunity to acquire a house via Adverse Possession. In California

I understand the qualifiers to do this.

My question , would the current tenant be considered a viable person in a HOSTILE manner? Or do I evict and start over? The latter would be easier to manage. The former easier to acquire.

I can for-see legal issues arise as she may get a wild hair and throw a wrench into my plan.

The current owner is 10 years expired, no children, nothing. Just a tenant who hasn't paid rent for a DECADE. 

She knows something is going on since it's about to be sold at Tax Sale.  I've offered her another alternative which makes both of us happy. 

Thoughts would be appreciated.

Thanks and Happy New Year.

Mike O.

Northern California