I bought a second-hand house, and the property said that the previous owner owed the property service fee and refused to transfer it to me.

This is reasonable, just like utilities. When the transfer is made, the original owner will be required to pay. Similarly, the property management fee is the same. When you buy property rights, you assume the rights and obligations of property rights. Paying property fees is an obligation. Agreed that the original owner should pay for it! !