Property owners are able to sell their residences with tenants but the residential tenancy act protects the rights of renters by mandating that the seller must provide two full months' notice if a new owner wishes to occupy the rented home. Should a new owner not be moving into the home then a tenant has the right to remain in the home as per the tenancy act and the tenancy agreement signed stipulates. *This is a brief overview. Please seek professional advice for full information on tenancy.