How to Avoid Security Deposit Disputes with Your Tenants in Portland?

By Michelle Wrege Friday, July 28, 2023

Security deposits are tricky, especially in Portland, where there are several state and local laws surrounding these deposits that you need to follow. How can you be sure you won’t find yourself embroiled in a security deposit dispute with your Portland tenants who have mov...

Dangers of a Vacant Property in Portland

By Michelle Wrege Friday, July 21, 2023

What worries you most about your Portland rental property being vacant? If you’re like most property owners, you’re thinking about the loss of rent. That’s a tough consequence to deal with when it comes to an unoccupied property. There’s no money comi...

When Can You Expect to Break Even or See ROI for Your Portland Real Estate Investment?

By Michelle Wrege Friday, July 14, 2023

Are you earning money - or even breaking even on your Portland investment property? It doesn’t happen right away. Earning a profitable return on investment is important to all real estate investors, whether you’re renting out a single property or an entire p...

Will Charging a Higher Monthly Rent Mean More Income for You? | Portland Property Management

By Michelle Wrege Friday, July 7, 2023

Most real estate investors look for ways to earn the highest possible monthly rents. It makes sense. This is one of the main reasons you invest in rental property; to ensure your consistent and recurring monthly income is as much as you can earn. Maximizing what you earn in ...

Warning Signs that a Rental is Not a Good Portland Property Investment

By Michelle Wrege Friday, June 30, 2023

To invest successfully in Portland real estate, you have to buy the right property. How do you know that the rental home you’re buying will be a good investment? Typically, a good investment property is located in a desirable neighborhood, well-maintained and in good c...

What to Do If the Security Deposit Doesn’t Cover Tenant Damage? | Portland Property Management

By Michelle Wrege Friday, June 23, 2023

As a landlord in Portland, maintaining your property and providing a safe environment for the residents who rent your home is one of your top priorities. Even if you’ve screened your residents carefully and even if you have a respectful, professional relationship in place w...

Is Landlord Insurance All You Need to Fully Cover Your Portland Rental Property?

By Michelle Wrege Friday, June 16, 2023

When it’s time to think about protecting your Portland rental property, it is important that you do more than the bare minimum. The value of protecting your rental property cannot be overstated. Not only is it essential to maintain the integrity and condition of your i...

Does Professional Portland Property Management Cost More than DIY Management?

By Michelle Wrege Friday, June 9, 2023

The costs associated with renting out a property in Portland have gone up in the last couple of years as inflation and demand drive prices higher in almost every part of our economy. As a rental property owner, you’re paying more for maintenance and professional services. Y...

Marijuana in Your Rental Property in Portland, OR - What are the Laws?

By Michelle Wrege Friday, June 2, 2023

Recreational marijuana has been legal and accepted in Portland, Oregon since 2015. That doesn’t mean you have to welcome it - or even permit it - inside your rental property. This can be an area that’s confusing for both owners and tenants. Let’s ...

Is Remote Real Estate Investing A Good Idea? Portland Investment Guide

By Michelle Wrege Friday, May 26, 2023

Remote real estate investing has grown more popular, thanks to the recent strength of markets across the country and the access that technology provides to potential buyers from anywhere. With remote investing, investors like you can explore opportunities in different market...