Q: If I rent a house in CA and the house is sold, the new owners need to go through the eviction process orrect?
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In California, yes - the new owners must follow proper legal procedures even if they want you to move out after purchasing the property. This is true regardless of whether you have a written or oral lease agreement. Your existing rental agreement transfers to the new owners.
The new owners must honor your existing tenancy terms. If they wish to end your tenancy, they need to provide proper written notice (usually 30 or 60 days depending on how long you've lived there) and can only evict through legal court proceedings. They cannot simply tell you to leave or change the locks.
During any eviction process, you have legal rights and protections. The new owners must file formal paperwork with the court, serve you proper notice, and allow you to respond. You're entitled to remain in the property until the court process concludes. If you receive any notices or paperwork, it's important to respond within the stated deadlines and consider consulting with a tenant rights organization or legal aid for guidance.
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