Utility costs have increased sharply during the past several years, and landlords across Portland are working to distribute those expenses in a fair and manageable way. Many multifamily properties have adopted a Ratio Utility Billing System, commonly known as RUBS,...
Insurance renewal season used to feel routine. Now, premiums that were once a predictable line item within annual budgets now demand a far greater share of rental income, and the difference often reaches far beyond a modest adjustment tied to inflation. When those...
Owning a rental property often feels like playing four-dimensional chess. You have to mentally juggle the aging parts of your property, from the roof to the plumbing or the electrical systems. All need maintenance and updates at different points, and even though large...
We love our furry friends here in Portland. Just pop by any dog-friendly establishment, and you’ll see just how many people are taking advantage of the ability to bring their pet out on the town. But animals can provide so much more than fun, exercise, and...
In Portland, we’re lucky to enjoy a lush green climate that keeps our gardens bursting with life and our rose gardens nationally renowned. But that same moisture-rich environment can invite mold and mildew into apartments and rental homes if daily habits slip even a...
Safe, healthy housing is not a luxury; it’s a legal requirement. Oregon law and local Multnomah County regulations set clear habitability standards that every rental property must meet, protecting tenants against unsafe living conditions and helping property owners...
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