Sounds pretty reasonable. Ultimately, it's your decision. I guess being as reasonable as you can is the best way. 5 months sounds pretty damn reasonable. Extend it out for as long as you need to complete everything and that way it should make the change as smooth as possible, I'd of guessed. Anyway, good luck with it all.

I was trying to be subtle, I guess I need to be more direct.

My plan is close on or after July 14.   I am giving her at least 5 months notice that she has to find a new place.


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Renting a townhouse in Los Angeles is officially out of control

Interesting read. I understand the worry. Being a prospective buyer for years and years but not becoming an owner, it's almost hard to understand such an issue.

Since when do renters start making demands about terms of their lease, or is this just 'I want...'? If you already made the decision to sell, way back, could you substantiate that in any way if needed to? Not doubting you of course, just thinking evidence is pretty useful. If you have a renter wanting to extend, until you clarify the situation, and go ahead with the sale, is that going to derail your plans? 

Doesn't sound *so* bad.