Landlord Oregon Laws

[Katie Nolan]

Hey everyone! I’m in the process of closing on a duplex and will be inheriting a tenant on one side. I’m looking for advice on the legal aspects I should consider to protect myself as a landlord. Are there any specific documents or legal steps I need to have in place before renting to tenants? Additionally, if anyone has recommendations for a good CPA or attorney familiar with real estate and landlord-tenant laws in Oregon, I’d love to hear them! Any tips or resources are appreciated. Thanks! 

[Nathan Gesner]

Quote from @Katie Nolan:

Here's the Oregon Landlord - Tenant Law: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/ors/ors090.html

Here's a handbook that may be easier to understand: https://oregonlawhelp.org/resources/landlord-tenant-law-oreg...

If you're going to be successful, particularly in a heavily regulated state, then I recommend you study the law regularly. It simply amazes me how many landlords never look at the law until they are hit with a non-paying tenant or some other issue.