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The tenancy travels through the sale
Start with the current arrangement, then plan the agreement and handover.
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Review the file
Lease, deposits, notices and payment records.
- 02
Plan access
Lawful notice and clear showing arrangements.
- 03
Write workable terms
Confirm a realistic possession plan.
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Transfer the details
Records, adjustments and responsibilities.
Get the facts about the tenancy
Obtain the current lease or tenancy agreement, occupants, rent records, deposit information, relevant notices and any known dispute. Ask a lawyer to explain how the specific tenancy affects the proposed sale or purchase.
A sale does not by itself settle the tenancy or establish that a buyer can move in on a preferred date. Review the applicable requirements and the contract rather than relying on an informal assurance that the tenant will leave.
Plan showings with lawful access and clear communication
Discuss notice, entry and practical arrangements before listing. Make it clear who will communicate with the tenant, how requests are documented and how belongings and privacy will be respected. Consult Alberta's tenancy information and obtain advice about the circumstances.
Tell the agent about pets, access constraints and times that are difficult. A workable showing plan helps everyone understand what to expect.
Worked example
Three dates to reconcile before promising a move
Match the offer to a realistic possession plan
Begin with the buyer's intended use and the actual tenancy. Retaining a rental and planning to occupy it create different questions. Have a lawyer explain what can lawfully be promised and what the purchase agreement needs to address for the circumstances.
Keep a verbal expectation separate from a completed step. A tenant's informal plan to leave is not the same information as a properly reviewed and documented possession arrangement. Ask who is handling any required communication or notice and how the status will be confirmed.
Discuss lease records, deposits, rent adjustments and any known dispute before relying on a closing plan. Keep a fallback for timing problems, and do not assume a generic clause removes the need for specific legal advice.
Prepare the handover
If the tenancy continues, arrange the required transfer of information and funds through the appropriate closing process. Confirm insurance and management arrangements for the new owner. Keep the tenant informed through the correct channels.
Ask your representative to request the lease, rent and deposit records through the proper channel. Keep tenant identification and banking details out of an initial website form. The first inquiry only needs the property and the question.
Keep going
Assess the rental budget →Prepare a sale →Verify before relying
Official sources for this topic
These sources explain the rules and records relevant to this topic. Check the current requirements for your property.
Check the current information at the linked source. Ask the appropriate professional how it applies to your property.