Landlord Law

Monday, July 14, 2025

Managing Portland Rentals Is Tough: These Landlord Services Make It Easier

Managing rentals in Portland can wear you down fast. Repairs pile up, rent collection turns into a chore, and Oregon’s housing laws don’t ...

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Fair Housing Laws and How They Affect Your Portland Rental Property

Ever thought about how the words in your rental ad or a policy in your lease could land you in legal trouble? If you're renting out a propert...

Monday, April 14, 2025

Are You an Accidental Landlord? Advice for Portland, OR Property Owners

Many property owners don’t plan on becoming landlords—it just happens. Maybe you had to relocate for work, inherited a rental unit, or fac...

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

2024 - A Year in Review

2024 had a few changes in the Oregon Landlord Tenant Law. Below is a brief summary of those changes - and some observations.Senate Bill 599 - Ef...

Friday, October 25, 2024

Why having a solid lease is oh-so important!

Having a solid residential lease is crucial for both property owners and tenants, as it serves as the foundation for a harmonious rental experience. A...

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Why is it important to screen incoming residents?

Screening tenants is essential for landlords and property managers to protect their investment and ensure a positive rental experience. Here’s w...

Thursday, December 28, 2023

2023 A Year in Review

The last few years have seen a flurry of action in regard to Oregon Landlord Tenant Laws. 2023 was no exception. Here is a summary of the ...

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Oregon Rent Control Explained

On February 28, 2019, Oregon signed into law SB 608 (Senate Bill 608) and enacted rent control for the entire State of Oregon. What does this me...

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Oregon Legislature Extends Eviction Moratorium Until Sept. 30, 2022

December 13, 2021, Legislature passed in the second special session an extension to the moratorium on evictions for non-payment for tenants who have a...

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Oregon HB 4401 Explained

On Dec. 23, 2020, Governor Brown of Oregon signed HB 4401 which extended the eviction moratorium through June 30, 2020 if tenants sign a Declaration s...