Portland Rents Continue To Rise Slowly
The median Portland June rent rose by 0.5% over the course of June, according to the July report from Apartment List, and is now $1,556 per month.
While the recent rent increases are encouraging, Portland...
Renter Interest Drops If Leasing Agents Do Not Respond Quickly
A new study shows that a 30-minute delay in responding to a tour request by leasing agents reduces renter engagement likelihood from 40% to just 10%.
Renter interest does not just fade gradually over days....
Oregon Multifamily Owners Going Smoke-Free Should Plan Now
Oregon multifamily owners who have considered converting their apartment communities to smoke-free housing under the new law may want to start planning now.
Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, House Bill 4120 gives apartment owners a clear...
Oregon Landlords Should Pay Attention As Portland’s Cooling Program Ends
The end of Portland's five-year Cooling Portland initiative doesn't end the debate over cooling in rental housing so Oregon landlords should pay attention.
As Spokane, Washington’s cooling ordinance returns with teeth, a July 15 vote...
Five Utah Lease Items Landlords Should Check For 2026 During Lease Renewals
The Utah Legislature made some changes in landlord laws this year. As the 2026 leasing season continues, property managers and independent landlords should review lease documents and operating procedures to ensure they reflect the...
Spokane’s Cooling Ordinance Returns With Teeth
As Spokane's cooling ordinance returns, a July 15 vote could change how Washington landlords operate if the ordinance becomes a template for other cities in Washington and Oregon.
By Aaron Kirk Douglas
Washington's most immediate policy...
Why “We’re Doing Fine” Is The Most Dangerous Leasing Signal
The most dangerous leasing signal word when reviewing your leasing performance is “fine.” It can show up when occupancy reads high, the lead count looks full, and the risk that should worry you is...
Pets & Housing Award Winners For 2026
Michelson Found Animals’ Pet Inclusive Housing Initiative has announced the winners for 2026 Pets & Housing Awards.
The fifth annual Pets & Housing Awards honors organizations, properties, nonprofits, and policymakers that are helping create communities...
New Oregon Laws Affecting Landlords Went Into Effect This Month
Oregon lawmakers passed more than 50 new Oregon laws with some impacting landlords during the legislative session earlier this year that went into effect in early June.
Here is a look at the laws now...
PetScreening and Yardi Announce Pet-Policy Partnership
Yardi Matrix and PetScreening have announced a partnership to help property managers and onsite teams with pet compliance issues regarding assistance animals.
The pet-policy management will be integrated in Yardi’s RentCafe platform.
Addressing Growing Complexity in...