Property Management Blog

Sunday, October 12, 2025

2026 Oregon Rent Increase Limits

The Oregon Department of Administrative Services has published the new Consumer Price Index for 2025 - calculated at 2.5%. In 2019, Oregon enact...

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Maintaining What Was Working: Owner Responsibilities Under Oregon Law

🛠️ Maintaining What Was Working: Owner Responsibilities Under Oregon LawAt Alpine Property Management, we work hard to ensure that both our prope...

Thursday, August 14, 2025

What Most Portland OR Landlords Get Wrong About Eviction Laws

Think you can evict a tenant the moment they miss a rent payment? Not so fast. In Portland, Oregon law comes with strict rules that every landlor...

Monday, July 14, 2025

Managing Portland Rentals Is Tough: These Landlord Services Make It Easier

Managing rentals in Portland can wear you down fast. Repairs pile up, rent collection turns into a chore, and Oregon’s housing laws don’t ...

Monday, April 14, 2025

Are You an Accidental Landlord? Advice for Portland, OR Property Owners

Many property owners don’t plan on becoming landlords—it just happens. Maybe you had to relocate for work, inherited a rental unit, or fac...

Friday, February 14, 2025

Why Should I Look Into Hiring a Property Manager in Portland?

Are you looking to expand your rental property portfolio in Portland, Oregon?Portland is one of the most popular cities not only in the state but in t...

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

2024 - A Year in Review

2024 had a few changes in the Oregon Landlord Tenant Law. Below is a brief summary of those changes - and some observations.Senate Bill 599 - Ef...

Friday, October 25, 2024

Why having a solid lease is oh-so important!

Having a solid residential lease is crucial for both property owners and tenants, as it serves as the foundation for a harmonious rental experience. A...

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Why is it important to screen incoming residents?

Screening tenants is essential for landlords and property managers to protect their investment and ensure a positive rental experience. Here’s w...

Saturday, January 6, 2024

Electric Costs are Going Up

Portland General Electric customers are set to see an 18% increase on their bills starting January 2, 2024. Estimated average increase for a month wou...