Washington's 2025 Legislative Session: Major Housing Law Changes
Release Date: 05/29/2025
Portland Multifamily Market Q2 2025: Stabilizing Fundamentals, Suburban Strength, and a Pipeline Slowdown
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
In this episode of Multifamily Marketwatch, Michael Pierce dives into Portland’s multifamily market as it begins to stabilize after years of volatility. With vacancy rates trending down, absorption picking up, and construction slowing to a crawl, what does this mean for investors and developers? Tune in for a positive outlook on Portland’s market and how strategic patience may be the key to success.
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Oregon Housing Policy: Wins & Woes for Landlords
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
This episode features the latest Oregon wins and woes for landlords from the 2025 legislative session. Andor law co-founder Marcel Gesmundo discusses the recent Oregon legislative session. Discover the latest housing provider wins, including the defeat of several bills that would have had a negative impact on the industry. Additionally, Gesmundo discusses the ongoing efforts to promote housing production and streamline processes within the state. Marcel serves on the board of directors of the Government Affairs Committee for Multifamily NW.
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Washington Rent Control & Lease Changes: What Owners Need to Know
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Brad Kraus, a partner at Warren Allen, breaks down the latest legislative changes impacting rental housing providers in Washington State. Discover the new rent increase caps, mandatory forms, and service of process requirements that are now in effect. This episode is crucial for understanding how to navigate these updates and avoid costly management mistakes.
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Affordable Housing on the Brink: Seattle’s Crisis & Portland’s Pivot
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Seattle's affordable housing is unraveling—1,100 units for sale, rising costs, and legal battles. In Portland, a major nonprofit is selling 80 homes, hoping to turn renters into owners. Crisis or opportunity?
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Yields, Spreads, and the Price of Risk: Understanding the Cost of Capital in Today’s Market
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Bond yields are bouncing and lender sentiment is shifting. In this episode of HFO’s Multifamily Marketwatch, Michael Pierce breaks down the recent Treasury market volatility, explains the role of credit spreads in loan pricing, and shares what multifamily owners and investors need to know to navigate today’s cautious lending environment.
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Washington’s Apartment Squeeze: Permits Plunge as Residents Flee High Costs
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Seattle’s apartment pipeline is drying up as construction permits plunge and housing costs drive record out-migration from Washington. In this episode, HFO’s Michael Pierce breaks down the latest permitting data, rent trends, and policy debates every multifamily owner, investor, and developer needs to know.
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Permits Down, Pressure Up: Oregon’s Housing Reform and the Future of Multifamily Supply
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Permitting across the Portland metro is plummeting, but Oregon’s lawmakers are responding with bold new reforms to accelerate housing development. In this episode, HFO’s Michael Pierce explores the latest permit trends, housing bills, and investment opportunities multifamily owners, developers, and investors need to track across Oregon’s shifting real estate landscape.
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How Portland State is Preparing the Next Generation of Real Estate Managers
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
Dive into the evolving world of property management with Michael Havlik, academic director of Portland State University's Real Estate Center. Havlik reveals how innovative undergraduate programs are bridging the gap between education and real-world property management, offering students unique insights into technology, ethics, and career opportunities. Learn about the critical skills needed to succeed in this dynamic field, from technical expertise to people skills, and how internships are shaping future industry leaders. Together with HFO Partner Greg Frick, they explore the exciting...
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Housing Solutions: Breaking Through Portland's Urban Development Challenges
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
In this episode, consultant Jennifer Shuch of Leland Consulting Group shares insights into the challenges facing housing production, including economic hurdles, zoning restrictions, and the critical need for more flexible urban planning strategies. She discusses emerging solutions like public-private partnerships and state-level initiatives aimed at increasing affordable housing supply. Tune in to hear an expert's perspective on the complex landscape of urban housing development and the creative approaches cities are taking to address the housing crisis.
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Washington's 2025 Legislative Session: Major Housing Law Changes
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch
This episode reviews the most impactful housing legislation passed in Washington State’s intense 2025 session, including new rent control measures, changes to eviction procedures, and reforms to promote housing development. The following are among the laws signaling significant changes ahead for both renters and property owners across the state.
info_outlineThis episode reviews the most impactful housing legislation passed in Washington State’s intense 2025 session, including new rent control measures, changes to eviction procedures, and reforms to promote housing development. The following are among the laws signaling significant changes ahead for both renters and property owners across the state.