On the surface, the choice might seem straightforward: do you want to handle all the details of your rental property yourself or hire a third party to do it for you? However, the reality is far more complicated. Self managing a rental can cost you a lot of time and...
In Portland, we’re lucky to live in a city that takes pride in its green initiatives. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, and forests as we are, nature and sustainability are rarely far from sight or mind. And if you own a rental property in Portland, Oregon, you might...
Now that SB 611 has passed, Oregon landlords must adapt to a few new changes in the eviction process. Read on to learn more. Evicting a tenant is one of the most stressful things a landlord can experience. In addition to the emotional and logistical toll that the...
Tenants are the lifeblood of your rental business. Consistent tenants who pay rent on time and live in your property for years will help you build a solid foundation for your property business. But there’s no question that constant tenant turnover hurts. It undercuts...
If you’re tired of self-managing your rental, one of the first things you might wonder about is budgeting for property management. On the surface, it might seem like the costs associated with a property management company could cut into your bottom line. However, when...
There’s no cure for the common cold, but what about for a rental violation? Oregon Ordinance 90.392 (ORS 90.382) now provides new guidance on handling (and curing) lease violations. If you’re a Portland landlord with the good fortune to have no problem tenants so far,...
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