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Landlord Legislation in Oregon

Below is a list of laws for landlords in Oregon. New resources, bills and articles are updated daily. You can also type in a Bill Number or Keyword in the search bar to find additional details on laws.

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2372/

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
Effective date, January 1, 2022.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb291/

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 Wlnsvey Campos Maxine Dexter Courtney Neron Khanh Pham Lisa Reynolds Janeen Sollman Lew Frederick
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2761/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3306/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2580/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb327/

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 Robert Nosse Khanh Pham Jeff Reardon Tawna Sanchez Sheri Malstrom Schouten Marshall Wilde
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2427/

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
Chapter 57, (2021 Laws): Effective date January 01, 2022.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2101/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2581/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2097/

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 Teresa Alonso Leon Maxine Dexter Julianne Fahey Mark Meek Robert Nosse Karin Power
Last Action
Chapter 252, (2021 Laws): Effective date January 01, 2022.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3113/

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 Maxine Dexter Dacia Grayber Tina Kotek Rachel Prusak Ricki Ruiz Andrea Valderrama Marshall Wilde Anna Williams Joseph Zika Kayse Jama
Last Action
At President's desk upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2484/

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
Effective date, June 25, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb278/

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 Boomer Wright
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2736/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2025/

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
In committee upon adjournment.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2729/

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 Julianne Fahey David Gomberg Dacia Grayber Cedric Hayden Paul Holvey Jason Kropf Gary Leif Courtney Neron Ronald Noble Robert Nosse Mark Owens Jeff Reardon Lisa Reynolds Ricki Ruiz Sheri Malstrom Schouten Janeen Sollman Andrea Valderrama Marshall Wilde Anna Williams Boomer Wright Joseph Zika Sara Gelser Blouin
Last Action
Chapter 622, (2021 Laws): Effective date September 25, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2842/

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 David Gomberg David Smith Marshall Wilde Joseph Zika
Last Action
Chapter 260, (2021 Laws): Effective date June 11, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3219/

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
Effective date, May 19, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb282/

HB5006 Relating to state financial administration; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary
Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Emergency Board for allocations during biennium. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Emergency Board for allocations during biennium. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to specified state agencies for biennial expenses. Modifies certain biennial appropriations made from General Fund to specified state agencies. Limits biennial expenditures from specified moneys collected or received by specified state agencies. Modifies limitations on expenditures for certain biennial expenses for specified state agencies. Modifies certain biennial appropriations and expenditure limitations for biennium ending June 30, 2021. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2021] on passage.
Last Action
Chapter 669, (2021 Laws): Effective date August 06, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb5006/

SB5547 Relating to state financial administration; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary
Limits biennial expenditures from American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund moneys collected or received by Oregon Department of Administrative Services for payments to eligible nonentitlement units of local government. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to _____ for biennial expenses.] Limits biennial expenditures from fees, moneys or other revenues, including Miscellaneous Receipts, but excluding lottery funds and federal funds, collected or received by _______.] Limits biennial expenditures of _____ from federal funds.] Limits biennial expenditures from American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund moneys collected or received by Oregon Department of Administrative Services for payments to eligible nonentitlement units of local government. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2021] on passage.
Last Action
Effective date, July 27, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb5547/

HB2010 Relating to health care; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary
Directs Oregon Health Authority, in collaboration with Department of Consumer and Business Services, to create implementation plan for public health plan to be made available to individuals and families in individual health insurance market and to small employers. Directs Oregon Health Authority, in collaboration with Department of Consumer and Business Services, to create implementation plan for public health plan to be made available to individuals and families in individual health insurance market and to small employers. Requires authority and department to conduct analyses of specified subjects regarding public health plan. Requires authority and department to report to Legislative Assembly by January 1, 2022, on implementation plan, results of analyses and recommendations for structure, design and other elements of public health plan. Requires authority to report to interim committees of Legislative Assembly related to health, by July 1, 2022, recommendations for regional global budget health care delivery model pilot. Sunsets January 2, 2023. Declares emergency, effective on passage.
Sponsors
Andrea Salinas Leslee Beyer Robert Nosse Cedric Hayden Teresa Alonso Leon Wlnsvey Campos Maxine Dexter Julianne Fahey Pam Marsh Ronald Noble Khanh Pham Rachel Prusak Lisa Reynolds Ricki Ruiz Tawna Sanchez Marshall Wilde Anna Williams Kayse Jama Deb Patterson
Last Action
Chapter 507, (2021 Laws): Effective date July 19, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb2010/

Relating to state financial administration; and declaring an emergency.

Summary
Extends Veteran Educational Bridge Grant Program. Extends Veteran Educational Bridge Grant Program. Modifies time period for certain study conducted by Legislative Fiscal Officer. Transfers uncommitted balance of certain lottery allocation to related fund. Modifies authorized purposes for expenditures from Public Defense Services Account. Increases number of circuit court judges. Repeals law limiting expenditures by Department of Education from moneys transferred from Education Stability Fund to State School Fund. Authorizes expenditure from State School Fund for administration of statewide facilities assessment program. Authorizes retention of moneys in Fund for Student Success for reserve purposes. Authorizes expenditure from Early Learning Account for certain purposes related to early learning facilities. Authorizes expenditures from Wage Security Fund for investigations of unlawful discrimination. Directs Department of Justice to submit biennial report to chairpersons of Joint Committee on Ways and Means on litigation involving state. Modifies authorized purposes for expenditures from Housing Acquisition Fund. Establishes requirements for certain contracts for certain capital construction projects financed with federal American Rescue Plan Act moneys. Declares emergency, effective on passage.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb3011/

HB5024 Relating to the financial administration of the Oregon Health Authority; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary
Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Oregon Health Authority for certain biennial expenses. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Oregon Health Authority for certain biennial expenses. Limits biennial expenditures from fees, moneys or other revenues, including Miscellaneous Receipts, tobacco and marijuana tax receipts, beer and wine tax receipts, provider taxes and Medicare receipts, but excluding lottery funds and other federal funds, collected or received by authority for certain purposes. Limits biennial expenditures by authority from certain lottery moneys for certain purposes. Limits biennial expenditures by authority from certain federal funds for certain purposes. Authorizes specified nonlimited expenditures. Limits biennial expenditures from Public Employees' Revolving Fund and Oregon Educators Revolving Fund for benefit plan premiums and self-insurance. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Emergency Board for allocation to authority during biennium. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2021.
Last Action
Chapter 668, (2021 Laws): Effective date August 06, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-hb5024/

SB5529 Relating to the financial administration of the Department of Human Services; and declaring an emergency.

Introduced Session

2021 Legislative Measures

Summary
Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Department of Human Services for certain biennial expenses. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Department of Human Services for certain biennial expenses. Limits biennial expenditures from fees, moneys or other revenues, including Miscellaneous Receipts and certain federal funds, but excluding lottery funds and other federal funds, collected or received by department for certain purposes. Limits biennial expenditures by department from certain federal funds. Authorizes specified nonlimited expenditures. Appropriates moneys from General Fund to Emergency Board for allocation to department. Declares emergency, effective July 1, 2021.
Last Action
Effective date, July 19, 2021.
View Details
https://lawsforlandlords.com/bill/or-2021-sb5529/
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Must-Know Oregon Landlord-Tenant Laws

Law For Landlords

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

Readmore

Eviction Moratorium Ends

Time to Focus on Rental Assistance Breaking News August 27, 2021 The U.S. Supreme Court ended the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC’s) eviction moratorium Thursday night, giving much-needed relief to America’s small housing providers facing financial hardship for more than a year. In a 6-3 ruling, a majority of justices agreed that the stay on the lower court’s order finding the CDC’s eviction moratorium to be unlawful was no longer justified. In their order, the justices wrote, “The

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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

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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,

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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

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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

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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

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    Helpful Oregon Landlord Resources

    State agencies &
    regulatory bodies

    Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (formerly known as the Oregon Insurance Division)

    Oregon Consumer Guide to Homeowner and Tenant Insurance (pdf)

    Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services

    U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – Oregon

    Oregon Community Alliance of Tenants

    Resources for Oregon Tenants (OSPIRG)

    Housing
    Authorities

    Oregon Real Estate Agency

    Oregon Association of REALTORS®

    Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors®

    Oregon Rental Housing Association

    MultiFamily NW

    Rental Housing Alliance of Oregon

    Portland Area Rental Owners Association

    Realtor, Landlord and
    tenant associations

    Oregon Real Estate Agency

    Oregon Association of REALTORS®

    Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors®

    Oregon Rental Housing Association

    MultiFamily NW

    Rental Housing Alliance of Oregon

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