HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW Washington

Charlie Kokernak of Gantry Inc. delivers a practical, forward-looking take on the multifamily lending environment heading into 2026. Touching on interest rates, debt yields, refinancing pain, and lender sentiment, Kokernak helps multifamily investors understand what to expect in both agency and private lending markets.

Today's episode explores vacancy taxes, a topic that several Portland City Council members are currently discussing. Some argue the proposal can help reduce vacant properties across the city. But is it really the solution to our housing crisis, or are they simply looking at a policy that sounds promising but falls shor

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

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 indus

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 upd

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?