I recently purchased a tax sale property, I own the house now but the previous owner is still in the house there is no agreement between us at all what do I have to do legally to get him out so I can flip this property?

Hello denka:

He's not a tenant, so eviction is out. He's a trespasser, so call the cops.

excon

In my state (VA), you have to evict. It is a more "streamlined" eviction process because of fewer notices required, but will still take 30-60 days.

Have you served him with ANY notice to vacate. That's your first step. If he refuses to move, you will probably need to go to court to remove him. Ask the county you purchased the property from.