We buy tenant-occupied rental properties throughout the DMV region — with tenants still in place, under active leases, month-to-month tenancies, or even in the middle of eviction proceedings. We take on the tenant situation ourselves and let you walk away with cash in hand.
Landlord Challenges We Help You Escape
- Tenants not paying rent for months or years
- Property damage that exceeds the security deposit
- Tenants who refuse to allow property showings for a traditional sale
- Active eviction proceedings that are dragging on in court
- Lease agreements with long terms and below-market rents
- Tenants with legal representation who are contesting the eviction
- Section 8 / HUD properties with complex compliance requirements
- Multi-unit properties with a mix of paying and non-paying tenants
Tenant Protections in DC, MD & VA — Why This Matters
Washington DC has some of the strongest tenant protections in the United States. DC's Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) requires landlords to notify tenants of the intent to sell and give them the opportunity to purchase the property first. FastIBuyer is fully experienced with TOPA requirements and navigates this process for you.
Maryland tenant protections vary by county. Montgomery County and Prince George's County have robust tenant protections including just-cause eviction requirements. Baltimore City has additional renter protections. We know the rules in every jurisdiction.
Virginia's landlord-tenant law is generally more landlord-friendly than DC or MD, but eviction still takes time and legal resources. FastIBuyer removes the need to evict — we buy with tenants in place.
How FastIBuyer Handles Tenant-Occupied Purchases
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| You Contact Us | Tell us about the property, its rental situation, and any tenant issues. No judgment — we've heard it all. |
| We Assess the Property | We review the lease terms, rental income (if any), and property condition. In many cases, we can do this without a full tenant-approved walkthrough. |
| We Make a Cash Offer | Our offer accounts for the tenant situation, lease terms, and any costs we'll take on after closing. |
| TOPA Compliance (DC) | For DC properties, we help navigate the TOPA notification process to ensure the sale is legally compliant. |
| Close and Walk Away | You sign, you get paid, and we take over the tenant relationship. The eviction, negotiation, or lease buyout becomes our responsibility. |
Frequently Asked Questions — Tenant-Occupied Homes
Can you buy my rental property if tenants are not paying rent?
Yes. Non-paying tenants are one of the most common situations we deal with in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. We buy the property with the non-paying tenant in place, take over the legal process, and allow you to walk away immediately.
What about DC's Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA)?
TOPA requires that DC landlords notify tenants of an intent to sell and give them a right of first refusal. FastIBuyer works with DC real estate attorneys who handle TOPA compliance routinely. We'll guide you through the entire process.
Will a tenant-occupied property lower my cash offer?
It depends on the situation. A property with a long-term, market-rate, paying tenant is actually often more valuable to us — it's already an income-producing asset. A property with a non-paying tenant, pending eviction, or significant damage will have those costs reflected in our offer. We're always transparent about our pricing.
Can you buy a multi-unit building with multiple tenants?
Yes. We purchase duplexes, triplexes, small apartment buildings, and multi-unit properties throughout DC, MD, and VA. Mixed-tenancy situations (some paying, some not) are handled the same way — we take it all on.