Is Oregon making a mistake? 10,000 families face eviction over Software-induced Crisis
By Erlin Taylor Thursday, January 27, 2022
The State procured Allita 360, the software for processing rental assistance applications, faces backlash because of system crashes and ineffective notification processes. The failed software system left 10,000 families facing housing instability.Software rollout despite system f...
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The covid pandemic has introduced several changes in how businesses are handled on a global scale. Property management too has been affected by these changes. With the present technology on hand, businesses involving property management have been able to adjust and cope with this...
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Saving for a Down Payment as a Renter? Here’s How to Best Do It.
By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Transitioning from being a renter to a homeowner is considered a huge leap. This could mean being promoted to a new role, or that you’re just tired of paying rent anymore. But this is also where most renters and soon-to-be homeowners find difficult--paying for a down paymen...
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The Art of Investing in Property: The Dos and Don’t of First Time Investment Property Owners
By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Entering the real estate arena can be quite the experience. This is true especially for a first-time property owner. It is an excellent choice for earning extra income. It can be overwhelming for a while, and you need to take your next steps with care.Avoid the most common mistak...
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Portland Relocation Payment Ordinance: A Solid Move For The City?
By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, December 21, 2021
During the coronavirus outbreak, many renters are struggling to pay their rent, and that's before they have to worry about the cost rising. However, considering the millions of Americans who are unemployed or whose income has been cut, rent rises during this period might caus...
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Christmas is forthcoming, and while the threat of COVID 19 still lingers, there is no fathomable reason not to decorate your abode with the holiday festivities. However, before you jump in and get too engrossed decorating your home with trinkets and whatnot, it is highly recommen...
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Record-breaking August for Multifamily Rent Growth
By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Rent growth continues to recover to pre-pandemic levels and has even outperformed historical growth. All across the country, rental prices are going up. In August, it increased by an incredible 10.3% on a year-over-year basis. This is the first time there was a double-digit incre...
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Five Must-Know Steps to Renovating a Multifamily Apartment Property
By Erlin Taylor Tuesday, November 30, 2021
When looking for a property to invest in, the goal is often the same - find an underperforming property and renovate it to bring it back to life. Successfully renovating a multifamily apartment property successfully takes good planning and flexibility. The main goal is to maximiz...
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When it comes to the rental crisis in Oregon, there are many perspectives. Landlords may argue that eviction moratoriums are hurting their business and preventing them from fixing up properties for new tenants.Tenants may argue that these laws protect them from unfair rent increa...
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According to a recent analysis by Yardi Matrix, people working from home, also known as remote work, impacted rental rates. Rental growth was slower in areas where most people were given the option or were ordered to work remotely. The same analysis also showed that the ability t...
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