January 2026 broke records with nearly 2,800 Oregon evictions—most for nonpayment. Don’t let late rent derail your spring leasing season. Inside: proven late rent strategies Portland landlords are using to resolve 70% of cases before court, ready-to-use scripts, payment-plan best practices, and the exact checklist that keeps you compliant. Read now and protect your cash flow →

Struggling with security deposit disputes? Dive into our latest blog on Oregon best practices for 2026—covering limits, inspections, deductions, and avoiding penalties. Real examples from PAROA helpline trends show why proper handling saves time and money. Read now...

I’ve been knee-deep in Oregon rental properties for nearly two decades now, managing thousands of units, teaching classes to thousands of landlords, and learning every lesson the hard way at least once (usually involving a tenant who thought “no pets” meant “just one Great Dane won’t hurt”). Today, I’m pulling together some of my favorite Oregon landlord best practices—the real-world tips, policies, and efficiency boosters I share in my classes and use in my own portfolio....

As the holiday season kicks into full gear here in the Portland metro area and across Oregon, many landlords start hearing from tenants about special requests. Extra guests coming to town, strings of lights going up, maybe a Christmas tree in the living room or a menorah on the windowsill—these are all normal parts of the season. But as landlords and property managers, we also have to protect our investments, stay compliant with Oregon law, and keep things fair for everyone.