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The whole country is experiencing a housing shortage, and Oregon is no exception. Although condos are a small fraction of overall housing available, they’re also an option for people looking for a home. Read on if you’re interested in learning more about the history and current state of condos in Oregon and how many are expect...

Installing smart faucets in your home is one of the trendiest household upgrades you can do right now. But while they’re more popular these days, they’re not a new thing and have been around for years. So, why are smart faucets enjoying a popularity surge today? More importantly, why should you replace your existing fauce...

There is a housing crisis that is currently affecting people across the U.S. In a nutshell, there are people who want to buy homes, but there are no houses to buy. What’s causing this problem?The housing issue is a complex one. While many people are quick to blame institutional investors, like private equity firms, for the current p...

When summer comes and the heat rises, air conditioning issues can also arise. If you’ve been regularly maintaining the air conditioning units in your rentals, you shouldn’t encounter any problems. However, unexpected issues and repairs can still sometimes happen, even with regular maintenance. When this happens, you need to ca...

Recent research by Nevada Realtors (NVR) has shown that smaller landlords, also known as “mom-and-pop” landlords, have been hit harder by the eviction moratoriums when compared to larger corporate landlords. “Mom-and-pop” landlords are defined as those who own one to three local rental properties.The research inclu...

The U.S Supreme Court has decided to end the nationwide eviction moratorium, and this decision could have a major impact on landlords all across America.The moratorium will officially end on October 3rd, 2021.This decision will allow property owners to evict tenants who are late on rent payments or do not pay their rent at all.It also mea...

The Oregon Senate has been hard at work looking for various ways to support landlords and renters this past year and a half. The pandemic has been hard for everyone, including both landlords and renters. If you’re a landlord waiting for rent from a renter who cannot pay due to COVID-19 related issues, or maybe you’re a tenant ...

The countertop often acts as your bathroom’s focal point, so it’s crucial to choose the best counter material for your bathroom. Typical bathroom countertops include tile, quartz, oriented strand board (OSB), and concrete.  To choose the best counter material for your bathroom remodel, consider the things you prioritize. ...

 To continue assisting those most affected by the pandemic and to stem the spread of COVID-19, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention extended the eviction moratorium until July 31, 2021. This order prevents tenants from being removed from their homes on public health grounds and was first ordered in September 2020.If you are ...

Everyone can appreciate the peace that a spa session offers, but we can’t all afford to visit the spa every day. So, what can you do about it? Turn your bathroom into a spa, of course! Follow our ten tips to transform your bathroom into a soothing spa.1. Upgrade Your FixturesOne easy way you can transform your bathroom into a spa is...