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David de Luna
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New Landlord - Do I give existing tenants new leases

David de Luna
  • Rental Property Investor
  • NorCal
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I'm closing on my first duplex! Yay! Do I have to give tenants new leases with my name as their new landlord or can I just leave all as is, go introduce myself and tell them who and where to send rent?

Also, it's owner-occupied so one tenant was notified during escrow to vacate. Does anyone think if I come over with a gift basket and a $200 gift card as a "sorry you're getting pushed out" it is a gesture too much or unnecessary? What is the usual protocol for a new landlord of existing tenants?

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Drew Johnson
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Drew Johnson
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I gave mine new leases and they had no problem signing it. However, they knew that I was coming in and fixing things so they were happy to sign it. IMO it is best to get them on your own lease so everything is covered. 

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