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President's Message Tia Politi, ORHA President |
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Our March board meeting in Medford featured the final session of Train the Trainer and the Executive Committee elections.
Read instructor Violet Wilson’s recap later in the newsletter about her three-part educational series on teaching others. After committee meetings on Friday, each participant delivered a final 15-minute presentation on a topic of their choice—the time flew by. Everyone’s ideas were fresh and inspiring, and each instructor brought their own unique style. Now, each graduate is eligible to teach ORHA classes. Violet plans to offer the series again soon, so stay tuned and join in.
A special thank you to Tanya Dean of Mid-Columbia ROA for chairing this year’s Nomination Committee. This short-term commitment, required every two years, calls for a dedicated volunteer who is not running for office to solicit nominations, compile results, and present the slate of candidates.
2025-2027 Executive Committee Election Results:
President – Violet Wilson, Salem RHA Vice President – Jason Miller, Linn-Benton RHA Treasurer – Dan Griffin, Central Oregon ROA Secretary – Chuck DeSeranno, Salem RHA Past President – Tia Politi, Lane ROA At-Large Member – Joann Hansen, ROA of Southwest Oregon At-Large Member – Leigh Ann Prummer, ROA of Northeast Oregon
Their terms begin on July 1, 2025, and run through June 30, 2027. Since only two of the four ORHA regions were represented in the officers’ group, two At-Large voting members were elected to ensure balanced regional representation... |
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Have Questions? Checkout the ORHA Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) Page! |
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ORHA's Train the Trainer – Coming Again Soon! Developed and Instructed by Violet Wilson |
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The first ORHA Train the Trainer classes were held this year. ORHA has over thirty classes already developed. Members had expressed interest in becoming teachers of ORHA classes but felt they needed more expertise. This course was taught over a three-day span over three months. The first two classes were two hours long done virtually and the third class was in person where each individual presented a 15-minute presentation on a property management topic. The first class covered styles of teaching, how adults learn, qualities of a good teacher, steps in preparing to teach, and dealing with a difficult audience. The second class dealt with effective presentation skills, developing a presentation, and making a PowerPoint.
The third class had in person presentations and included a hands-on activity on choosing the right form, how to fix a hole in a wall, how to deal with a person who shot a hole in the wall, how to do inspections, and many others. The topics were very varied and all very interesting and well done.
Those completing the course qualified for teaching ORHA classes. This course was successfully completed by: Jason Miller (LBRHA), Joel Hasse (ROANEO), LaDonna Upton (Lane ROA), Cliff Conner-Coash (SOROA), Veda Bell (TVRA), Sandee Webb (SOROA), Michele Hoak (SOROA), and Tia Politi (Lane ROA).
ORHA will be presenting another session soon.
Note: this program does not qualify for CE credit for licensing. Newsletter Update Provided by: Violet Wilson, ORHA Advisor & SRHA Delegate Update Posted April 2025
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Other Upcoming Classes: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE FORMS! THE SIMPLE SECRET TO SUCCESSFUL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT The newest edition of the Forms Manual will be out soon. It is an instructional guide to manage aspects of a tenancy. Everything from finding a good tenant to ending the tenancy involves proper paperwork completion. The Oregon Rental Housing Association provides forms that cover most of the needs of owners and their agents. ORHA will be presenting a virtual class that reviews the available forms, the process for filling out forms, explaining terms and their meanings, and the implications and consequences of using the forms. Check the ORHA calendar for dates. Update Posted April 2025
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Legislative Committee Update Jason Miller, ORHA Legislative Director |
The 2025 Legislative session has started and this year, as usual thousands of bills were introduced. In recent years fixing housing supply and affordability has been a big priority for the legislature, while some bills introduced will help there are several that will inflate the issue by increasing housing costs and discouraging development.
The Democratic Party has the Governorship and Super Majorities in the House and Senate, this gives a clear path for bills their party finds important. Some of those bills will be damaging to the rental housing industry and result in increased rents and less development in new rental properties. Our best defense is swaying some moderate Legislators into voting against this legislation by making our voices heard.
If you see a proposed bill that is concerning to you we encourage you to write or speak to your local representatives. We may request letters to be written on certain bills or ask ORHA members for written or verbal testimony on bills as they are presented in the Legislative Committees. Please watch your emails for those requests.
Currently these are the bills affecting our industry some are favorable and some less favorable:
Oregon House:
HB 2078 Extends a tax break on Multiunit Rental Housing. | 4/1/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
HB 2139 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 2/24/25 Update: Referred to Ways and Means by order of Speaker.
HB 2814 This bill allows the DELC to waive some requirements for a certified childcare facility. | 3/25/25 Update: Work Session Held.
HB 2967 This bill bans all rental applicant screen charges. | 4/7/25 Update: Possible Work Session Scheduled.
HB 3031 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 3/25/25 Update: Referred to Ways and Means by order of Speaker.
HB 3054 Limits rent increases and sales constraints in Manufactured home parks and Marinas. | 4/7/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
HB 3035A This Act grows OHCS' program and lending authority. | 2/17/25 Update: Recommendation - Do pass with amendments and be printed A-Engrossed | 2/25/25 Update: Referred to Housing and Development.
HB 3139 Establishes a property tax break for
homes rebuilt after wildfires. | 1/17/25 Update: Referred to Revenue.
HB 3144 This Act stops private bans on mobile homes and extends a program to fix conflicts in marinas and mobile home parks. | 3/27/25 Update: Recommendation - Do pass.
HB 3378 This Act requires landlords to offer nonapp keys to tenants. | 3/11/25 Update: Third Reading. Carried by Gomberg. Passed.
HB 3521 This Act awards damages if a landlord revokes an offer of housing. | 4/7/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
HB 3522 This Act allows the eviction of a squatter. | 3/28/25 Update: Recommendation - Do pass with amendments and be printed A-Engrossed.
HB 3525 This Act requires landlords to test tenants' wells and DEQ to analyze its well data. | 4/7/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
HB 3526 This Act says that a buyer of real estate may sue the seller if the seller does not give the buyer well test results. | 4/7/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
HB 3890 The Act would make police give notice to a landlord after responding to an incident at a rental unit. The Act would make police give a copy of any police report to the landlord. | 3/4/25 Update: Referred to Judiciary.
Oregon Senate:
SB 0049 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 4/2/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
SB 0050 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 3/31/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
SB 0051 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 4/2/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
SB 0052 Directs OHCS to study housing (this could be a place holder bill and will most likely be amended with new language). | 4/9/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
SB 0586 This bill reduces the length of notice a landlord give tenants to vacate if a purchaser intends to live in the home. | 3/24/25 Update: Recommendation - Do pass with amendments. (Printed A-Eng.)
SB 0599 This bill bans discrimination in housing based on immigration status. | 3/20/24 Update: Carried over to 03-24 by unanimous consent. | 3/24/25 Update: Third reading. Carried by Campos. Passed.
SB 0722 This bill bans use of software to set rents and lowers the rent control exemption from 15 years after certificate of occupancy to 7 years. | 4/2/25 Update: Work Session Scheduled.
SB 0814 This bill expands long term rental assistance for certain individuals under the age of 25 including those at risk of being homeless or currently incarcerated. | 3/6/25 Update: Third reading. Carried by Anderson. Passed.
SB 0973 Amends the notices that a landlord must give to tenants warning when the landlord's obligation to charge the tenant low rent will end. 3/24/25 Update: Work Session Held.
SB 1036 The Act makes changes to laws about towing. | 4/7/25 Update: Public Hearing Scheduled.
For more information please visit https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/ DISCLAIMER: The Oregon Rental Housing Association (ORHA) is a non-profit educational landlord association – ORHA Board Members, Mentors, Staff, Contractors, and/or other related ORHA affiliates do not give legal advice. Please be advised that this newsletter posting is no substitute for professional legal counsel or legal advice and any advice or guidance does not constitute legal advice. Please consult an attorney for legal advice related to your specific situation. Update Posted April 2025
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Office Update Benjamyn Seamans |
Upcoming Board Meeting Details:
Our next board meeting will be May 17th. This meeting will be in-person in Hood River, Oregon and virtual on Microsoft Teams – Details were emailed from the ORHA Office to all ORHA Delegates on 04/01/2025 – RSVPs are required before 04/14/2025.
If you have any questions, please contact the ORHA Office. The board packet will be emailed the week of the meeting – Please check your email for details.
ORHA Continuing Education Credits:
ORHA's Continuing Education Credits are now available online, and class attendees can access their CEs 24/7 – For more information, please visit www.oregonrentalhousing.com/ceportal.
Newsletter Materials:
Do you have any ideas for an upcoming newsletter? Please feel free to email your articles to the ORHA Office – All submissions must be made before the first of the month.
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2025 Oregon Annual Rent Increase Percentage
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Senate Bill 611 was signed into law on July 06, 2023. This bill capped rent increases at 10.0% or 7.0% plus CPI (whichever is lower) - The exemption for new constructions remains at 15 years.
The allowable annual rent increase in 2025 is 10.0% unless exempt. Only one rent increase may be issued in any 12-month period. Landlord subject to the rules of the Portland Housing Bureau or the Eugene Rental Housing Code have additional restrictions. Visit https://www.eugene-or.gov/845/Rental-Housing-Program for information on the Eugene rules, and https://www.portland.gov/phb/rental-services for information on the Portland rules.
For more information on the methodology, calculation, and Consumer Price Index data, see: Maximum Annual Rent Increase, 2025 (Excel file).
Additional information can be found on the Oregon.gov website.
Please contact the member helpline for your local association with any questions that you may have. If you do not know the contact information for your local association, you can view the information by clicking HERE. Update Posted October 2024 |
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Mind Your Business: Tia's Tips for Better Rental Management – Selecting a Contractor
Tia Politi |
Renovation season is here, and if you’re planning projects for your rental properties, choosing the right contractor is crucial. Hiring the wrong one can lead to poor-quality work, high costs, and endless delays. How can you ensure you’re selecting an honest, skilled professional who will complete the job effectively, on time, and at a fair price? Follow these key steps to protect yourself and your investment.
Scope of Work and Specialization
Before searching for a contractor, create a detailed scope of work. This will help you compare bids accurately and prevent misunderstandings. Be as specific as possible, including details about materials—right down to the brand and thickness of plywood or the type of screws. This level of detail protects you from unexpected issues. Remember the Chinese sheetrock scandal? Many construction projects used it before discovering it was toxic. Specifying materials upfront helps prevent such problems. Also, clarify who will perform and supervise the work. Does the contractor have relevant experience? A contractor skilled in kitchen remodels may not be the best fit for foundation repairs. Ask detailed questions to ensure... |
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Need a Form?Oregon Rental Housing Forms are just a click away.
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1. Click here.
2. Input your local association code in the field labeled "Enter your Member ID" to receive ORHA forms at more than 1/2 OFF.
3. Choose a form.
4. Click on the form.
5. Input your information.
6. Click "Generate PDF".
7. Click "Check Out" - This will direct you to Paypal.
8. Follow payment directions. Once complete, PayPal will return to the ORHA forms page to "Print Link." This link will also be sent to your email address.
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2022-2023 Forms ManualContact your Local Association for Purchase!
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To find a local association to purchase your manual, click here. |
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