If you’re a property owner looking to break into the Portland rental market, you must first decide whether to manage your own property. The benefits can be tempting. You get to handle everything yourself, screen your own tenants, ensure repairs are done properly, and...
As of March of this year, Portland City Code 30.01.087 led to big changes in Portland home management. If you’re a landlord with tenants or a property owner considering whether to rent, these updated guidelines may affect you. From setting the amount that a landlord...
Life is full of surprises, and not all of them are good. When you’re renting, a spot of bad luck at home can cause problems for you and your landlord. Floods, fires, and other calamities can be impossible to predict. While a security deposit will cover some issues...
Renting is a complicated business. Landlords have a number of tools at hand when it comes to solving problems with tenants. Some issues can be worked out amicably through communication, negotiation, and mediation. If these are the pliers, glue, and screwdrivers of a...
There have been several changes to Oregon housing legislation in recent years. While many bills increased protections for renters, they also created complications for landlords. Oregon Senate Bill 608 (SB 608) is one such piece of legislature. The law took effect in...
Renting your home can be an exciting and fulfilling adventure. You’re taking the leap to put your property on the rental market and start earning a profit. But like any good adventure, it can also be fraught with setbacks and peril. Some you can plan for—others you...
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