Selling a House With an Eviction in Progress in Missouri

An active eviction filing doesn't have to stop your sale. Learn how to sell a tenant-occupied property even while eviction proceedings are underway.

Evicting a tenant in Missouri is a time-consuming and stressful process. If you're a landlord who wants to sell but has an eviction in progress, you may feel stuck. The good news is that you can often sell the property even while eviction proceedings are underway — especially to a cash buyer.

Missouri Eviction Timeline

In Missouri, the eviction process (called an 'unlawful detainer' action) typically takes 3-6 weeks from filing to judgment, assuming the tenant doesn't appeal. If the tenant contests the eviction, it can take much longer. During this time, you're typically not receiving rent and may be paying the mortgage out of pocket.

Can You Sell During an Eviction

Yes. You can sell a property while an eviction is in progress. The new owner takes over the property subject to the existing eviction proceedings. A traditional buyer using financing may be reluctant to purchase a property with an active eviction, but a cash investor is often willing to take on this situation.

What Happens to the Eviction After the Sale

When you sell the property, the new owner steps into your shoes as the landlord. They can continue the eviction proceedings under their own name. This is a standard process for investor buyers who regularly purchase tenant-occupied properties.

How We Handle Eviction Properties

At Midwest Equity Advisors, we regularly buy properties with tenants in place, including properties where eviction proceedings have been filed. We understand the Missouri eviction process and can take over the situation so you don't have to deal with it anymore.