Fair Housing
In Washington, a landlord who wants to sell a single-family rental home has a tenant with 6 months remaining on their lease. Under RCW 59.18, the landlord can sell the property, but:
AThe lease automatically terminates upon sale
BThe new owner takes the property subject to the existing lease✓ Correct
CThe tenant must vacate within 30 days of sale
DThe tenant has the right of first refusal to purchase
Explanation
Under Washington law and general property law principles, a new owner takes residential rental property subject to any existing valid leases. The tenant's rights under the lease continue even after ownership changes.
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