Landlord Selling Rental House

[cate]

What is the name of your state? NJ
I moved in 6 months ago with my daughter. I had expressed interest to landlord to buy the house if he ever decided to sell it. Two weeks ago, the landlord informed me that he is selling the house. I asked for the sale price so I could buy the house. The landlord does not want to sell it to me. Do I have rights regarding buying my rental residence? Yes, I can afford the house. I pay my rent on time. I don't understand why he won't sell it to me? He has given me no reason.

 

[seniorjudge]

Q: Do I have rights regarding buying my rental residence?

A: Generally, you can sell to whomever you want.

 

[treese]

Is the house listed with a realtor? If so, call the selling agent.

 

[Gadfly]

Do you have any kind of agreement either in your lease or a stand alone agreement that puts you in front of other buyers?

 

[Alaska landlord]

Probably not, though some states have a right of first offer. I think WA may be one.

 

[ws6whiteshark]

Are you a minority? It may be a matter of discrimination.

 

[Silverplum]

DON'T START.

Are you a minority? It may be a matter of discrimination.

 

[ws6whiteshark]

DON'T START.

Oppppppps, LOL... sorry about that. I mean, money is money and if they can afford the house, why wouldn't the home owner sell it to them? There has to be a valid reason. If the person is a single female with a child... could be a matter of discrimination.