What Happens to the Tenant If the Landlord Dies? In the real estate world, we encounter a different scenario every day. One of them is this: “The landlord has passed away, now what will the tenant do?” This question can be confusing for both tenants and heirs. However, the Turkish Code of Obligations clearly regulates such situations. Death Does not End the Contract The death of the landlord does not terminate the lease agreement by itself. The existing lease agreement, together with all its rights and obligations, is transferred to the heirs. This means that as long as the tenant continues to comply with the terms of the existing contract, the tenancy relationship continues exactly the same. To Whom Will the Rent Payments Be Paid? After the death of the landlord, the tenant must pay the rent to the heirs or their appointed representatives. However, the point that should be taken into consideration at this point is: Heirs are obliged to document their rightful ownership. This process should be carried out transparently with the identity and inheritance document. Is an Evacuation Request Possible? The law gives heirs the right to eviction under certain conditions. At the beginning of these conditions comes the “housing need”. If the new owner or heir wants to use the rented property for himself or his first-degree relative, he may request eviction in writing within one month from the date of expiration of the lease agreement. A similar right applies to new owners who inherit the property through a non-inherited sale. CEESS Global Advice: In such sensitive processes, it is of great importance to establish correct communication between the parties and to conduct the process Decently. It is the healthiest way to act with regular pay and written documents for tenants, and to submit transparent declarations and necessary official documents for heirs. Remember, real estate is not just a physical asset; it also represents a building block that stands at the center of rights, responsibilities, and relationships. In real estate, the right information means the right step. We are always with you at CEESS Global.