A Clackamas County trial judge’s opinion highlights a problem that landlords face when trying to establish reasonable – and enforceable –...

$20+ Million Tenant Verdict in Oregon in 2018.

Scenario A Landlord owns several adjacent rental units with multiple tenants, such as an apartment complex, a duplex, or a mobile home...

Question We own an RV park that has bathroom facilities, but no showers. One of our new tenants insists that we must provide showers as...

Every landlord wants to avoid disputes with tenants. Disputes can lead to litigation – and litigation is expensive. There are a few simple things that landlords can do to reduce their risk of a dispute with a tenant.   The most effective solution is getting good tenants in the first place. Screen each and every potential tenant for credit history, criminal convictions, and evictions. Set your application standards and stick to them (i.e., don’t fall for any “hard luck” storie