Why Landlords Are Choosing to Sell in 2025
Here are just a few reasons landlords are walking away from rentals:
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Rising property taxes and insurance
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Stricter landlord-tenant laws
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Tenants falling behind on rent
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Aging properties that require major repairs
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Burnout from managing multiple homes
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Market uncertainty and changing home values
Even if the rental still cash flows, many landlords are choosing to cash out while they can and reinvest in something more passive—or simply retire from the business.
What Are Your Options as a Landlord?
1. List the Property on the Market
This may get you top dollar, but it comes with showings, inspections, and the need for the tenant to cooperate. Many buyers won’t want a rental with existing tenants or deferred maintenance.
2. Wait for the Lease to End
If you have a good tenant and your property is in great shape, this can be a smart option. But if the tenant is difficult or the property is vacant, it may not be worth the wait.
3. Sell to a Cash Buyer
This is the fastest and most flexible option—especially if your rental has:
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Non-paying tenants
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Deferred maintenance
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Lease violations
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Code issues
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Eviction history
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You’re out of state and don’t want to travel
At Sure Home Buyers, we buy rentals in all conditions and situations. We even buy tenant-occupied homes and handle everything from communication to closing.
How Sure Home Buyers Helps Tired Landlords
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We buy your rental as-is—no repairs or updates required
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You don’t have to wait for the tenant to leave
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We handle all paperwork and communication with your tenant
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You get a fair cash offer within 24 hours
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We pay all closing costs and can close in as little as 7 days
Whether you’re offloading one property or an entire portfolio, we make it simple and respectful.
Real Example: A Landlord in Webb City, Missouri
We recently worked with a landlord in Webb City who owned a rental with her husband before he passed. After her husband passed away, the tentants stopped paying and she lost communication with the sellers. She decided to give us a call and 30 days later was paid in cash to sell her property with the tenant in place and as-is. It had $50,000 worth of deferred maintenance, but this was not a problem for us. She was able to walk away with more money for retirement, and more importantly, piece of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell a rental with tenants still living in it?
Yes. We regularly buy tenant-occupied properties. We’ll work directly with them, and you don’t need to do anything.
What if the property needs repairs?
No problem. We buy homes in any condition, even those that need major updates or have been damaged.
What if the tenant isn’t paying rent?
We can still make an offer, even if your tenant is behind or needs to be evicted. We’ll take care of the process after closing.
Ready to Move On?
If you’re ready to sell your rental property and leave the stress behind, Sure Home Buyers can help.
Call or text us at (417) 647-4911, or fill out the quick form on our website to get your no-obligation cash offer.
It’s time to trade in late-night maintenance calls for peace of mind.