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OR HB2025 Relating to disclosure of property taxes to tenants for residential dwelling units.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires residential landlord to disclose to tenant amount of estimated monthly property tax paid by owner for dwelling unit. Requires residential landlord to disclose to tenant amount of estimated monthly property tax paid by owner for dwelling unit. Establishes penalty.

Sponsors

Mark Owens

Last Action

Referred to Housing.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2025/

OR HB2581 Relating to termination of tenancies not in a facility.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Aligns termination of tenancy for manufactured dwelling or floating home not in a facility with termination of other residential tenancies not in facilities. Aligns termination of tenancy for manufactured dwelling or floating home not in a facility with termination of other residential tenancies not in facilities.

Sponsors

Julianne Fahey

Last Action

Referred to Housing.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2581/

OR HB2842 Relating to healthy homes; prescribing an effective date.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Establishes Healthy Homes Program within the Oregon Health Authority to provide grants to entities to provide financial assistance to low income households and landlords. Establishes Healthy Homes Program within the Oregon Health Authority to provide grants to entities to provide financial assistance to low income households and landlords. Establishes Healthy Homes Repair Fund. Establishes Interagency Task Force on Healthy Homes. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Sponsors

Pam Marsh Karin Power Khanh Pham Wlnsvey Campos Maxine Dexter Dacia Grayber Jason Kropf Gary Leif Courtney Neron Robert Nosse Lisa Reynolds Ricki Ruiz Marshall Wilde Anna Williams Joseph Zika

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2842/

OR SB291 Relating to housing.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires landlords to adopt certain written screening criteria made available to applicants before accepting application. Directs office of the Governor, in consultation with Racial Justice Council's Housing and Homelessness Committee, to study laws related to housing and to provide results to interim committees of Legislative Assembly no later than September 15, 2022.] Sunsets January 2, 2023.] Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.] Requires landlords to adopt certain written screening criteria made available to applicants before accepting application. Limits criminal behavior landlord may consider in screening applicant. Requires landlord to conduct individualized assessment of applicant and specify any basis for denial.

Last Action

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments. (Printed A-Eng.)

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb291/

OR HB2761 Relating to manufactured dwellings.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Directs Secretary of State to publish on secretary's website list of five most commonly spoken languages in each county, other than English. Directs Secretary of State to publish on secretary's website list of five most commonly spoken languages in each county, other than English. Directs secretary to update list at least once every 10 years. Requires rental agreements, statements of policies, facility rules and regulations and sales contracts for manufactured dwellings to be available in five most commonly spoken languages other than English.

Sponsors

Ken Helm Dacia Grayber Ricki Ruiz Teresa Alonso Leon Courtney Neron Khanh Pham Lew Frederick

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2761/

OR HB2484 Relating to use of rental unit as family child care home.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires landlord to allow dwelling to be used as family child care home. Requires landlord to allow dwelling to be used as family child care home. Sets conditions on use. Authorizes Early Learning Council to establish rules for landlords.

Sponsors

Karin Power Teresa Alonso Leon Wlnsvey Campos Marshall Wilde Joseph Zika

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2484/

OR HB3306 Relating to charges in lieu of security deposit.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Allows landlord and tenant to agree to recurring charge in lieu of security deposit. Allows landlord and tenant to agree to recurring charge in lieu of security deposit. Establishes requirements of agreement.

Sponsors

Mark Meek Joseph Zika Bradley Witt

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3306/

OR HB2729 Relating to payments to landlords of uncollected rents; declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires Housing and Community Services Department to pay to residential and nonresidential landlords certain uncollected rents due between April 1, 2020, and September 30, 2020. Requires Housing and Community Services Department to pay to residential and nonresidential landlords certain uncollected rents due between April 1, 2020, and September 30, 2020. Appropriates moneys for payments. Sunsets on January 2, 2022. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

Bradley Witt

Last Action

Referred to Housing with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2729/

OR HB2101 Relating to rental assistance programs.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Clarifies that all housing authorities must participate in Housing Choice Landlord Guarantee Program. Clarifies that all housing authorities must participate in Housing Choice Landlord Guarantee Program. Changes eligibility for reimbursement under program. Raises per-tenant limit and eliminates per-landlord limit for reimbursements under Rent Guarantee Program.

Last Action

Second reading.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2101/

OR HB2580 Relating to rent increases in a facility.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Limits rent increase for purchaser of dwelling in facility to increase consistent with that applied to existing tenants. Limits rent increase for purchaser of dwelling in facility to increase consistent with that applied to existing tenants.

Sponsors

Julianne Fahey

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2580/

OR HB2372 Relating to terminations of residential tenancies without tenant cause.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Eliminates landlord's ability to terminate residential tenancy without cause. Eliminates landlord's ability to terminate residential tenancy without cause. Clarifies damages available to tenant for landlord's unlawful no-cause notice or fraudulent landlord-cause notice.

Sponsors

Wlnsvey Campos Khanh Pham Ricki Ruiz Tawna Sanchez Sheri Malstrom Schouten

Last Action

Public Hearing held.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2372/

OR SB278 Relating to residential tenancies.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Amends calculation of maximum amount payable by Housing and Community Services Department to landlords from Rent Guarantee Program Fund from per-landlord basis to per-tenant basis. Amends calculation of maximum amount payable by Housing and Community Services Department to landlords from Rent Guarantee Program Fund from per-landlord basis to per-tenant basis.

Last Action

Third reading. Carried by Jama. Passed. Ayes, 23; Absent, 4--Heard, Linthicum, Robinson, Thatcher; Excused, 3--Boquist, Gorsek, Thomsen.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb278/

OR HB2736 Relating to discrimination in residential tenancies; declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires landlords to provide tenants with informational notice developed by Bureau of Labor and Industries regarding discrimination upon execution of rental agreement on or after January 1, 2022, or for existing rental agreements by February 1, 2022. Requires landlords to provide tenants with informational notice developed by Bureau of Labor and Industries regarding discrimination upon execution of rental agreement on or after January 1, 2022, or for existing rental agreements by February 1, 2022. Allows bureau to fine landlords for noncompliance. Requires bureau to prescribe initial form of notice by November 15, 2021. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

Gary Leif

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2736/

OR HB3219 Relating to manufactured dwelling parks; declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Amends definition of "manufactured dwelling park" to include parks with certain prefabricated structures. Amends definition of "manufactured dwelling park" to include parks with certain prefabricated structures. Requires local governments to approve reconstruction of manufactured dwelling parks after wildfire] natural disasters. Authorizes local governments to rezone areas for manufactured dwelling parks where wildfires have creating housing scarcity.] Allows Director of Department of Consumer and Business Services to exempt those manufactured dwelling parks from certain building codes. Sunsets January 2, 2026.] Establishes respective rights for landlords and tenants of manufactured dwelling parks following natural disaster. Allows landlords to require park tenants to maintain liability insurance. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

Pam Marsh Lily Morgan

Last Action

Second reading.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3219/

OR HB2097 Relating to rent increase notices.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Exempts landlords providing reduced rent under government program from limits on rent increases. Exempts landlords providing reduced rent under government program from limits on rent increases.

Last Action

Referred to Housing.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2097/

OR SB282 Relating to rental housing; declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Extends grace period for repayment of residential rent accrued during emergency period of April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, until February 28, 2022. Directs Housing and Community Services Department to study issues related to rental housing and report to appropriate committee or interim committee of Legislative Assembly on or before September 15, 2022.] Sunsets December 31, 2022.] Extends grace period for repayment of residential rent accrued during emergency period of April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021, until February 28, 2022. Prohibits residential landlord from reporting nonpayment of rent accrued during emergency period to credit bureaus. Prohibits residential landlord from screening prospective tenant based on nonpayment of rent accrued during grace period. Allows certain defendants to set aside and seal judgments of evictions based on claims arising during grace period. Limits certain restrictions on residential tenant's guests. Sunsets March 1, 2022. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Last Action

Recommendation: Do pass with amendments. (Printed A-Eng.)

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb282/

OR SB327 Relating to billing for utilities in residential tenancies.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Allows landlord to bill residential tenant for utilities based on submeter reading. Allows landlord to bill residential tenant for utilities based on submeter reading. Amends other utility billing requirements and calculation of damages for landlord violations.

Sponsors

Leslee Beyer

Last Action

Public Hearing Scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb327/

OR HB3113 Relating to rent increase notices.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Removes exemption from rent increase limits for landlords renting under government programs reducing rents. Removes exemption from rent increase limits for landlords renting under government programs reducing rents.

Sponsors

Tina Kotek

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3113/

OR HB2427 Relating to rental applications; prescribing an effective date.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary

Directs Housing and Community Services Department to establish and maintain uniform rental application system. Directs Housing and Community Services Department to establish and maintain uniform rental application system. Requires landlords to accept uniform rental application submitted with uniform tenant screening report. Becomes operative January 1, 2022. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Sponsors

Nancy Nathanson Jeff Reardon

Last Action

Work Session scheduled.

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https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2427/

OR SB1533 Relating to residential tenancies.

Introduced Session

2020 Legislative Measures

Summary

Amends calculation of maximum amount payable by Housing and Community Services Department to landlords from Rent Guarantee Program Fund from per-landlord basis to per-tenant basis. Authorizes Housing and Community Services Department to provide grants and technical assistance to organizations assisting tenants in eviction proceedings.] Requires department to report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly on expenditures and services before September 15 of each year.]

Last Action

At Desk upon adjournment.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2020-sb1533/

OR HB4401 Relating to residential tenancies; declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2020 3rd Special Session

Summary

Requires Housing and Community Services Department to provide distributions to certain residential landlords for unpaid rent after April 1, 2020. Requires Housing and Community Services Department to provide distributions to certain residential landlords for unpaid rent after April 1, 2020. Requires department to report to Legislative Assembly on grants by September 15, 2021. Sunsets January 2, 2023. Extends until December 31, 2020, emergency period during which residential evictions for nonpayment are prohibited. Extends until June 30, 2021, prohibitions of terminations without cause, emergency period and repayment date for nonpayment by tenants declaring financial hardships. Extends 72- and 144-hour notices for nonpayment of rent to 10- and 13-day notices and increases penalty for landlord's retaliatory conduct until June 30, 2021. Tolls statute of limitations for residential landlords' claims for nonpayment through June 30, 2021. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

Tina Kotek Julianne Fahey Alissa Keny-Guyer Pam Marsh

Last Action

Chapter 3, (2020 Laws): Effective date December 23, 2020.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2020-hb4401/

OR HB4213 Relating to evictions; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2020 1st Special Session

Summary

Prohibits during emergency period and grace period residential and commercial evictions for nonpayment during emergency period. Prohibits residential and commercial evictions under specified conditions during emergency period.] Prohibits during emergency period and grace period residential and commercial evictions for nonpayment during emergency period. Tolls statute of limitations for claims for residential nonpayment during emergency period and grace period. Prohibits residential evictions without cause during emergency period. Declares emergency, effective on passage.

Sponsors

Tina Kotek Julianne Fahey Chris Gorsek Paul Holvey Alissa Keny-Guyer Pam Marsh Tiffiny Mitchell Courtney Neron Robert Nosse Carla Piluso Karin Power Jeff Reardon Tawna Sanchez Sheri Malstrom Schouten Barbara Warner Ginny Burdick Shemia Fagan Mark Hass Rob Wagner

Last Action

Chapter 13, (2020 Laws): Effective date June 30, 2020.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2020-hb4213/

OR HB2764 Relating to evaluation of applicant for residential tenancy.

Introduced Session

2019 Legislative Measures

Summary

Prohibits landlord in evaluating applicant for residential tenancy from requesting information about applicant's criminal history and from considering criminal history prior to performing criminal screening.

Sponsors

Margaret Doherty

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2019-hb2764/

OR HB2006 Relating to housing; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2019 Legislative Measures

Summary

Appropriates moneys to Housing and Community Services Department for grants to support services and programs for families seeking or needing housing that have low or very low incomes. Appropriates moneys to Housing and Community Services Department for grants to support services ,] and programs and legal aid] for families seeking or needing housing that have low or very low incomes. Appropriates moneys to] Authorizes Department of Justice to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault with housing needs. Appropriates moneys to department for those purposes. Sunsets authorization January 2, 2022. Limits landlords who must pay one month's rent upon landlord-based-cause termination to landlords owning more than four residential rental units. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2019.

Sponsors

Tina Kotek Alissa Keny-Guyer

Last Action

Chapter 641, (2019 Laws): Effective date August 8, 2019.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2019-hb2006/

OR HB2530 Relating to housing for veterans.

Introduced Session

2019 Legislative Measures

Summary

Requires persons who send or serve certain documents related to termination of tenancy, forcible entry or detainer and residential foreclosures to include certain information regarding assistance that may be available to veterans of armed forces. Requires persons who send or serve certain documents related to termination of tenancy, forcible entry or detainer , overdue loan payments for loans secured by residential real property] and residential foreclosures to include certain information regarding assistance that may be available to veterans of armed forces. Directs Department of Veterans' Affairs and Housing and Community Services Department to jointly submit written report on veterans' housing programs to interim House committee related to veterans.

Sponsors

Paul Evans Marshall Wilde Denyc Boles David Gomberg Rick Lewis Robert Nosse David Smith Joseph Zika

Last Action

Chapter 405, (2019 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2020.

View Details

https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2019-hb2530/

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Must-Know Oregon Landlord-Tenant Laws

In the U.S., there are nearly 48.5 million rental units. A little over half of these rental units are owned by business entities, while the rest are owned by individual investors.

There are a lot of good reasons to own rental property in, including providing a passive income source as well as the potential for property value appreciation. Many Americans have managed to make rental property ownership their full-time job, while others might keep a few rental properties as a way of making extra income.

If you are considering becoming a landlord, you likely have a lot of questions. What regulations do landlords need to know? What should I know as a landlord in general?

Understanding landlord-tenant laws is essential for protecting yourself legally and financially. Here’s a brief guide for self-managing landlords regarding some of the most important federal and state laws.

The Fair Housing Act

The Fair Housing Act is one of the two major federal laws that impact all property managers and landlords across the country. This is a law that prohibits discrimination due to national origin, race, religion, color, disability, sex or familial status. This law applies to:

Renting or buying a home
Seeking housing assistance
Getting a mortgage
Engaging in other housing-related activities

This law extends beyond leasing where landlords are concerned. It also applies to advertising, meaning that it is illegal to market your properties to any specific group of people.

Fair Credit Reporting Act

The Fair Credit Reporting Act is a law that requires landlords to do a number of things when running a credit check. These include receiving permission from an applicant to run a credit report, informing the applicant if their credit report was the basis for adverse action or denial, and providing specific information regarding the credit reporting agency they used

Law Paint Law

It is required by landlords under federal law to disclose the presence of lead paint. They are not required to remove lead paint under federal law, but state laws might dictate otherwise. It’s important to learn about your state and municipality laws regarding lead paint in addition to the federal law.

Discrimination Law

Beyond the Federal Fair Housing Act, state and local laws might provide additional protection beyond the federal law. These might extend protections to people based on their sexual orientation, age, marital status, political association and even hairstyle.

Tenant Duties

While your tenant is responsible for some things, you should know what those things are as the landlord. Then, you can include those duties in your lease agreement. If a tenant doesn’t fulfill their duties, you may be able to provide a notice to vacate in law. Your tenants need to comply with local health and building codes to keep themselves and others safe. They also need to dispose of garbage safely and legally, and they need to use the property reasonably. That means living in the property, but unreasonable uses could include conducting business. Tenants are also responsible for keeping the property clean on a daily basis. They also can’t do anything that would disturb their neighbors, especially if you own a duplex or a similar property. A tenant must also ensure their guests also comply with these requirements. And whenever your tenant has any issues, they must notify you so that you can correct the problem.

Security Deposit Limit

Before a tenant moves in, you can charge them a security deposit. Fortunately, doesn’t have any limitations regarding the amount the deposit can be. You can set an amount based on the property’s rent or value. And you can charge a security deposit for short-term or long-term leases. Then, you can hold onto that amount for the duration of the tenant’s stay. While you can use the money from the deposit, it’s smart to keep it in a separate account. When the tenant moves out, you can make sure you have enough money to pay them back. You can outline the terms of the security deposit, such as the amount and when you will return it, in your lease agreement. That way, you and your tenant both understand the terms, and you can use similar language if you ever buy property in another state.

A Legal Lease Document

Each state and some municipalities might have laws regarding the lease contract. Rental contracts must abide by all laws and be legally written. It is necessary to indicate tenant names, monthly rental rates, and leasing periods clearly.

In some jurisdictions, it is required that certain legal disclosures be included in the lease document. Working with a lawyer to produce your rental contract can help ensure that the lease provides all of the required information and doesn’t break any federal, state, or local laws.

Required Disclosures

It is common in many states to require landlords to inform tenants about individual landlord policies, certain state laws, or specific information about the rental. It might be required that this is disclosed within the lease itself or in additional documentation.

It’s important to look into your state’s requirements about disclosures. However, some commonly required disclosures include notice of recent deaths, mold, meth contamination, or other safety or health hazards.

Providing a Safe Environment

One important landlord-tenant law has to do with the habitability of the rental unit. The definition of “safe, habitable condition” might be different between states. For this reason, you must familiarize yourself with the laws for landlords in your location.

Typically, this means that the property cannot have serious deficiencies. It also means that fixtures, appliances, heating, and plumbing need to be in working order. You also cannot rent out a property that is infested with pests or insects.

Landlords are usually responsible for dealing with infestations even if the outbreak happens after the tenant moves in. However, in many states, this can be avoided by specifying that the renter is responsible for pest control.

Laws About Making Repairs

In the lease agreement, it will be outlined that the tenants are responsible for reporting necessary repairs. It then becomes the landlord’s responsibility to complete the repairs within an appropriate amount of time.

If a landlord doesn’t make a repair in a timely manner in a way that impacts the safety or health of a tenant, a tenant might have the right to withhold rent.

Security Deposits

It is common for landlords to require a security deposit from the tenant. This is in order to cover the costs of any damage the tenant causes or if they fail to pay rent. A landlord must refund the security deposit unless it is needed to cover the cost of fixing property damage or covering default rent payments.

In some states, how the security deposit is kept is dictated by the law. It is also typically required that an itemized list of deductions must be provided to the tenant if the landlord is using some of the deposit for these purposes.

The unused portion of the deposit must be returned and the itemized statement must be provided. If they aren’t, the landlord can face financial and legal repercussions.

Renters Right To Privacy

Most landlord-tenant rules and regulations cover the right to quiet enjoyment of a tenant. This means that it is their right to live on a property undisturbed. The landlord must give proper notice before entering the rental unit, which is usually 24 to 48 hours unless there is an emergency.

Landlords can only enter the rental property for valid reasons and at a reasonable time of day after giving notice.

Landlord-Tenant Laws: Essential For Protecting Yourself Legally and Financially

Without a good understanding of landlord-tenant laws, you can find yourself in a mess of legal and financial trouble. It’s therefore very important to familiarize yourself with the federal, state, and local laws regarding the rights of tenants and the responsibilities of landlords.

Are you looking for more valuable resources to serve as a guide for self-managing landlords? You can find more resources and guides here.

Reviewing Laws for Landlords

Understanding laws for landlords is essential for keeping your properties up and running. It can also protect you and your finances if you have a problematic tenant or experience other issues. Whether you just bought your first rental property or are looking to expand, you should understand how these laws affect you. That way, you won’t have to worry about losing everything. Do you want to learn more about laws for landlords? Let us know.

Please understand that because of the nature of the topic, this page has been written in a generalized form. Further guidance should be sought on the topic being searched by the landlord.

Oregon Landlord Legislation Blog

Governor’s Latest Executive Order

KEY FACTS: Issued: October 15, 2020
Expires: November 14, 2020 Caveat:
Late Fee Prohibition Remains in Effect
Through December 31, 2020 KEY ISSUES:
Rent Demands: Extends 30-day rent
demand until November 14th The 30-day
rent demand applies to ALL Landlords
(residential and commercial). Late Fees:
The Order establishes a ban […]

Governor’s Latest Executive Order

A Guide to Section 8 for Landlords

Over 10 million Americans are afforded federal rental assistance under a program known as Section 8 housing. This federal rental assistance can be used all over the United States, which means that all US landlords should have a basic understanding of what Section 8 is and how it works. In short, Section 8 housing provides a solution for low-income families and individuals who are in need of housing. But how does Section 8 housing work for landlords? If you’ve poked around online

Pros and Cons of Month-to-Month Rental Leases

The real estate market is in a particularly unusual state in 2021 as the overall economy seeks to correct itself during an ongoing pandemic. One of the more surprising results of the past year is that while housing prices are going up, the cost to rent is, in many places, going down or stabilizing. Now is a great time for property owners to analyze the kind of leasing agreements they typically offer. Is month-to-month rental a better solution in the present,

A Guide to Squatter Rights- What Landlords Absolutely Need to Know

If you’re a landlord who has recently discovered the presence of unknown tenants living in one of your properties, you’re probably wondering what to do next. Is this trespassing? Can you simply kick them out? The answer is not quite so simple, assuming these unexpected tenants are squatters. We tend to think of squatters in basic, colloquial terms: people who have moved into a property they don’t own or rent and live there without permission. However, you’ve probably also heard

A Complete Guide to Every Step in the Eviction Process

As a landlord, your hope is to bring on high-quality tenants that abide by the lease and pay rent on time each month. However, you might be surprised at how likely it is that you could find yourself going through the eviction process at some point in your tenure. In the past few years, US eviction data was compiled and revealed just how common evictions actually are. In fact, in 2016 alone, 2.3 million evictions were filed in America. Our goal is

The Landlord’s Guide to Rent Collection

There are over 10 million individual landlords in the United States, each with its own methods for rent collection. How a landlord collects rent, what they charge, and how they deal with late payments has to do both with their personal preferences and the laws in their state. Renting is a great way to earn side money or even a full liveable income, but there are many things to consider before you begin looking for tenants. If you have a property you’re interested

What to Know Before Creating an LLC for a Rental Property

Interested in joining the more than 11 million real estate investors making money off rental properties? It’s a form of potentially passive income with great appeal, but like any investment, it also comes with potential risks. One way to mitigate risk is by setting up a business that would own the property rather than buying it in your own name. Creating an LLC for a rental property can help manage income, taxes, and liability for your rental business. If you’ve been wondering,