Property Management Tips
The Real Cost of Eviction in Oregon: A Landlord’s Financial Guide
Oregon has seen an above-average number of eviction filings in 2026, and for any individual landlord, going through one is rarely just a legal formality — it’s a financial event with several moving parts. You likely already know that the process starts with a court filing, but the full cost typically extends well beyond that…
Read MoreProfessional Property Management in Oregon: Debunking 5 Common Landlord Myths
OREGON RENTAL PROPERTY OWNER GUIDE You can manage your own rental property, and many Oregon owners do it successfully. But self-management means handling every part of the job: pricing, advertising, applicant screening, leases, rent collection, maintenance, inspections, resident communication, accounting, and Oregon’s detailed landlord-tenant rules. If you own a rental home in Hillsboro, Beaverton, or…
Read MoreEmergency Maintenance: An Oregon Landlord’s Guide to 24/7 Property Protection
STATEWIDE OREGON GUIDE How to identify true emergencies, protect residents and property, and coordinate an appropriate after-hours response under Oregon law. Legal and source review date: August 5, 2026 A maintenance request does not become an emergency simply because it arrives after business hours. A burst pipe, natural gas odor, sewage entering the home, sparking…
Read MoreOregon and Portland Rental Marketing in 2026
Oregon and Portland Rental Marketing, A Compliance-First Guide for Property Owners. Finding a tenant is not simply a matter of posting photographs and waiting for inquiries.
Read MoreCooling, Air Conditioning, and Oregon Rental Properties: What Landlords Should Know
As summers across the Oregon continue to get hotter, cooling in rental housing is becoming a larger legal, safety, and property management issue. A recent Rental Housing Journal article highlighted Spokane’s renewed effort to adopt a cooling ordinance that would require landlords to respond quickly when tenants report unsafe heat conditions. The Spokane proposal is…
Read MorePricing Your Portland OR Home to Rent
Key Takeaways Renting out a home in Portland, Oregon can be a profitable venture, but the key to success lies in setting the right rental price. Price it too high and you risk long vacancies; too low and you leave money on the table. The right price attracts qualified tenants quickly while still delivering a…
Read MoreTop Tips When Buying Investment Property in Portland
Investing in a rental property is an excellent way to build wealth and create a steady stream of income. Portland, Oregon, with its unique mix of urban charm, progressive values, loved neighborhoods, and steady population growth, has become an attractive market for real estate investors. Whether you’re looking to invest in a single-family home or…
Read MoreTop 4 Bogus Fees Property Managers Charge You
Hello Folks, James White here from Blue Roof Property Management. I want to talk to you a minute about bogus fees. It’s a real pet peeve of mine, so let’s go ahead and dig into what other Property Managers are charging you. You know my father used to tell me all the time about nickel…
Read MoreEnding a Tenancy – What Oregon Landlords Need to Know
Ending a Tenancy – What Oregon Landlords Need to Know *not including the City of Portland, that is a discussion for another time First Year: Is the term or month to month occupancy inside the first year? You can issue a proper Notice of Termination without cause. Beyond First Year: After the first year of…
Read More7 Tips To Market and Rent Your Oregon Rental Property
1. Take Great Photos. Take photos of every room so prospective tenants can get an idea of the space and layout. In addition, take a quick video walking through the home as you would if you were giving an in-person tour. Pro Tip: Create a 360 degree walk through tour. Photo/prep tips: By giving people a…
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