Spring 2026 applications are pouring in—don’t let a screening mistake cost you thousands in BOLI complaints or lost rent. Our latest guide covers tenant screening best practices 2026 for Oregon landlords: updated fair housing rules, new paper application requirements, tenant confidentiality law with screening exemptions, step-by-step compliant processes, Portland FAIR differences, and practical tips to stay consistent and select great tenants. Read it now and protect your por

Struggling with Oregon's new hold deposit and access rules? HB 3521 tightens refunds for habitability issues, while HB 3378 mandates non-app keys. Get step-by-step compliance tips, real Portland examples, and forms to avoid penalties and fill vacancies faster. Read the full guide from Christian Bryant at PAROA.org.

If you rent to Housing Choice Voucher (HCV, better known as Section 8) holders through Home Forward, you've probably already seen the letter dated December 3, 2025, announcing a full pause on approving any rent increases effective on or after April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. Yeah, that's a full year with no bumps allowed, even on lease renewals.

But here's the good news: Knowledge is your best anchor in choppy waters. I'll break down the top headlines statewide, zoom in on Portland Metro specifics, and wrap with some no-nonsense steps to keep your portfolio steady. Let's dive in—because staying informed isn't just smart; it's how we turn potential headaches into profitable opportunities.