Rent Control: Washington Caps 2027 Rent Hikes at 10%
Washington rent control caps rent hikes for 2027 at 10 percent.
By Aaron Kirk Douglas
The Washington State Department of Commerce announced July 15 that landlords may raise rents by up to 10% in 2027, the...
5 Ways Oregon Landlords May Unintentionally Violate The New Security Deposit Law
With Oregon’s ever-changing landlord-tenant laws, every year brings new compliance headaches for landlords including the new security deposit law.
The new security deposit law, HB 3521, sets new rules Oregon landlords must follow when accepting...
Rental Owners Favor Smaller Renovations, Fewer Purchases
Heading into the second half of the year, independent rental owners are adjusting their strategies about where they put their money compared to six months ago, opting for fewer purchases, smaller renovations, and modest...
How Small Landlords Are Reshaping Property Management
America's small landlords are changing and driving a shift in property management, embracing AI, demanding higher levels of service and increasingly turning to professional managers, according to the PM Trends Report 2026.
The national survey...
Why Digital Accessibility Matters in Property Management
Remember for many prospective residents accessibility is not about the physical property but about online and your property management website.
By The Fair Housing Institute
When property management professionals hear the word “accessibility,” they often think...
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...