HB 4401 Provides Aid to Struggling Renters and Landlords

HB 4401 Provides Aid to Struggling Renters and Landlords

2020 has been a year of upheaval for investment owners and tenants alike. With eviction moratoriums set to expire at the end of December, the Oregon Legislature met on December 20th for a one-day special session to consider a comprehensive package of COVID-19...
2020 Tax Deductions for Rental Owners

2020 Tax Deductions for Rental Owners

Somehow, it’s December already, and rental owners everywhere need to start thinking about tax season. For some, this year’s filing deadline may seem to have come too quickly. That’s because the IRS postponed the 2019 filing deadline until July 15th...
Renting to College Students? Consider the Pros and Cons First

Renting to College Students? Consider the Pros and Cons First

Portland is a beacon for higher education. The city plays host to several large campuses, including the University of Portland in the St. Johns neighborhood, Portland State University, Reed College, Multnomah University, and Warner Pacific, to name a few. There are...
Lawmakers Urge Action on Eviction Moratorium: UPDATED

Lawmakers Urge Action on Eviction Moratorium: UPDATED

UPDATE: On December 15th, Governor Kate Brown announced she was calling a 1-day special session of the Oregon Legislature, which will be held on 12/21. Lawmakers will tackle the state’s eviction moratorium — set to expire on December 31st — aid for landlords,...