How Much Down Payment Do You Need on a House?
Saving for a house is no walk in the park—unless that park is a mountain. In fact, 3 of every 10 first-time home buyers say the most difficult step in the home-buying process is saving for a down payment.1 But once you set a clear goal, you’ll be able to see the light at the end of the […]
What Is a 401(k)? Everything You Need to Know
If you’re looking at your 401(k) options and have questions about how all this investment stuff works, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re asking, “How do I know these are good investment options?” or, “How much should I invest?” You might be reading through the information packet you got from HR and shouting, “I just want to […]
How to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
Listen, if credit card debt is stopping you from paying your bills or keeping you up at night, I see you. I got my first credit card in college—and it didn’t take long before I hit the limit. At one point, my husband and I had over $20,000 of credit card debt. I still remember how ashamed I felt. […]
Property Management Work Order System: A Practical Buyer’s Guide
t is 7:42 on a Tuesday morning. Your maintenance coordinator has 38 open tickets, three residents in the call log, two vendors who haven’t confirmed their afternoon arrivals, and a unit turn that was supposed to be ready by Friday. The thread for that turn is split across three inboxes, a text chain, and a […]
Is Oregon’s Housing Crisis ‘Self-Inflicted?’
Commentary as GOP primary candidate for governor discusses multifamily issues and whether Oregon’s housing crisis is self-inflicted. By Aaron Kirk Douglas With Oregon’s Republican gubernatorial primary days away, candidate Chris Dudley sat down with HFO Investment Real Estate partner Greg Frick for an extended conversation aimed squarely at the multifamily audience: housing supply, permitting timelines, […]
Hank: How Often Do I Have To Replace Carpet In My Rental?
How often to replace carpet in your rental is a question that comes up frequently and is the question this week for Ask Landlord Hank. Remember Hank is not an attorney and he is not offering legal advice. If you have a question for him please fill out the form below. Hi Hank, The carpet is definitely […]
2026 Pets & Housing Awards Registration Overview
Michelson Found Animals’ Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative is inviting housing professionals, nonprofit leaders, and pet advocates to join the 2026 Pets & Housing Awards virtual presentation on June 10, 2026. Register at the link below. The annual event celebrates outstanding achievements in pet-inclusive housing and recognizes organizations and individuals helping create communities where pets and people […]
Washington’s Housing Policy Momentum Matters for Apartment Owners
A new report says the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) housing market reached $21.45 billion in 2026, with Washington emerging as a national leader in ADU policy and permit growth. The article points to Washington’s HB 1337, effective July 2025, as one of the most permissive ADU frameworks in the country. The law requires cities and […]
Why Regular Rental Property Inspections Are So Important
Professional property managers and rental property owners are busy. With leasing, maintenance coordination, resident communication, and daily operations, inspections are often one of the first things pushed to the back burner. Unfortunately, skipping inspections can allow small problems to turn into larger and more expensive issues. Why Rental Property Inspections Matter Regular inspections help housing […]