HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW Washington

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.

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 tr

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,

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 s

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 proper

In this episode, we break down high, medium, and low priority bills that could impact renters, property owners, and the multifamily housing market, from changes to permitting and rent assistance to new rules for tax exemptions and rent control. Don’t miss this essential overview for anyone invested in Oregon's rental h