Question 1

Do I need to evict the tenant before selling?

Accepted Answer

Usually no — we prefer the tenant stays. We take over the lease and security deposit at closing.

Question 2

What about month-to-month tenants?

Accepted Answer

Same idea — we take over the tenancy. We may keep them or transition them out post-close, but it's no longer your problem at that point.

Question 3

Will the tenant find out the property is for sale?

Accepted Answer

Typically we need to view the unit before closing, and the tenant must be notified per the lease and state law. We coordinate to minimize disruption.

Question 4

Who actually handles the closing when I sell in Florida?

Accepted Answer

Florida closings are typically handled by a title agent or closing attorney depending on the county; either way a cash sale commonly closes in two to three weeks.

Florida charges documentary stamp tax on the deed — $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties (Miami-Dade uses a slightly different rate structure). It is customarily a seller-side cost.

Question 5

Someone is living in the house — a tenant or family member. Can I still sell?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes. We buy tenant-occupied houses and take over the lease at closing. If a family member is living there, we work out the timing with you — including short post-closing occupancy where needed.

Sell your tenant-occupied Pensacola house for cash — we buy direct

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