General information, not legal or tax advice. Sidney works alongside your attorney and CPA. Rules as of October 15, 2026; they change, so check the official sources listed below.
How do the 45 and 180 days work?
Both run from the closing of the rental you sell. Name replacements in writing by day 45 and acquire one by day 180, or by your return's due date if earlier. IRS FS-2008-18 notes the windows are not extended except for presidentially declared disasters.
What about the tenants?
Give written notice before entry for showings (Civil Code section 1954), share leases and deposit records with buyers, and decide early whether to market to investors or owner-occupants. Statewide rent cap and just-cause rules under the Tenant Protection Act (Civil Code section 1947.12) may apply; ask counsel which cover the unit.
What do investors check on a West Covina rental?
Permits for any added unit, from the City's Building Division. (westcovina.gov) For condominiums, HOA rules on leasing, and for hillside houses, the City-adopted fire zone. (westcovina.gov)
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Questions
What do West Covina owners ask?
- Can a condo rental be exchanged?
- Investment real estate generally qualifies, including a rented condominium; your CPA confirms. Sidney Manzo, in real estate since 1990, prices it against condominium sales. Talk with Sidney about your West Covina home
- Do tenants have to leave before closing?
- Usually not; many investors prefer occupied units. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, coordinates notices and estoppels. Talk with Sidney about your West Covina home
- What if my replacement falls through?
- Name backups within the 45 days. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, suggests shortlisting targets before listing. Talk with Sidney about your West Covina home
- What is my West Covina rental worth?
- Nearby sales adjusted for rents, lease terms and condition. Sidney Manzo, in real estate since 1990, prepares that review. Get my free home review
Sources
Sources
- IRS FS-2008-18: Like-kind exchanges (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Civil Code §1954 (landlord entry) (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Civil Code §1947.12 (Tenant Protection Act rent cap) (accessed October 15, 2026)
- City of West Covina: Building Division (accessed October 15, 2026)
- City of West Covina: Fire Hazard Severity Zones (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LA County Registrar-Recorder: Documentary Transfer Tax (accessed October 15, 2026)
Your agent
Who reviews your home?
Sidney Manzo, Agent, CA DRE #01108914.
- In real estate since 1990
- 155+ closed sales
- RE/MAX Hall of Fame
- Member, Pasadena Association of REALTORS® and C.A.R.
RE/MAX Dream Properties (ASLG Inc), CA DRE #02142193
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