Investors - Assuming a Tenancy

Investors are often looking to buy property which generates rental income. Many investment advisors see property as a key component of the financial portfolios for high net worth individuals.

Realtors should ensure that their investor clients have all the information they need to make a decision on a rental property. In addition to the considerations of resident buyers, investors need to know:
1. The Current Monthly Rent
2. Date Tenancy Commenced.
3. Due Date for Rent.
4. Date of Last Rental Increase.
5. Prepaid Amounts on Deposit.
6. Payment History with the Tenant.
7. Damage/ Complaint History with the Tenant.
8. Obtain a copy of the written tenancy agreement between the parties

When working with investors, the Realtor should add the following clauses to the standard contract of purchase and sale:

A. The Seller represents and warrants to the Buyer that the Residential Tenancy Agreement with ____[Tenant]_________ attached to this Contract is in good standing, and has not been modified or amended by the parties.

B.  The Seller represents and warrants to the Buyer that the rent roll for this property is as follows:
Current Monthly Rent:
Date Tenancy Commenced:
Due Date for Rent:
Date of Last Rental Increase:
Prepaid Amounts on Deposit: