Landlord / tenant issues are some of the most common problems for any property owner, in this post we will cover the top questions regarding landlord / tenant issues so you can be more knowledgeable when renting your property.
Tenant — How Long Must I Wait Until My Security Deposit Is Returned To Me?
Three weeks (21 days) after a tenant has vacated the unit, the owner must either: 1) return the security deposit to the tenant, 2) furnish a copy of an itemized statement indicating the amount of any part of the security deposit used (e.g. for unpaid rent, repairs, etc.), or 3) a combination of #1 and #2.
Landlord — How Often Can I Increase The Rent?
If you have a tenant under lease for more than 30 days (e.g. 1-year lease), you cannot increase their rent during the term of the lease, unless the lease allows rent increases. If you have a periodic rental agreement (month-to-month), your landlord can increase your rent, but must give you proper advance notice in writing.
Tenant — How Much Advance Notice Should A Landlord Give A Tenant If They Want Them To Move?
Landlords are required to provide a 60-day advance notice to a resident if the landlord elects to terminate a tenancy. If the tenant has resided in the unit less than 1 year, the landlord is only required to give a 30-day notice.
Landlord — When Can I Enter My Occupied Rental Unit?
In Oregon you have five reasons for entering a rental unit including:
- In an emergency.
- When the tenant has moved out or has abandoned the rental unit.
- To make necessary or agreed-upon repairs, decorations, alterations, or other improvements.
- To show the rental unit to prospective tenants, buyers, or lenders, or to provide entry to contractors or workers who are to perform work on the unit.
- If a court order permits the landlord to enter.
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To get started with hiring a Portland Oregon Property Management company contact North Star Property Management today by calling us at (503) 636-2232 or click here to connect with us online.
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