BUT even then, the contract is valid, it just violated Portland regulations and the owner would owe the tenant the local Relocation Fee (penalty, which is steep). 

Yes, we get bookings from relocation companies all the time.

I am curious if anyone has had success in other areas let me know.We are thinking of relocating as it looks like there is no end in sight for this.

Tim, great question.We have relocation language in all the tenants leases.  

Have a scenario to run by everyone:My wife recently received a job offer in which she would make a lot more money, but we would have to relocate.  

The market you're in is great from what I've heard but if you are looking to relocate, I'm a little biased but I think the Scottsdale/Phoenix market is great.

Craig - Do you plan to relocate to Hawaii?

@Keegan Wetzel I just relocated to the San Diego area as well, and would like to connect with your CPA, could you possibly send me his information?

@Bret Shoemaker We have over 80 properties that we’re marketing to ALE and other relocation companies.

My goal is to build a business that serves corporate clients; construction and infrastructure development teams, medical/education faculty, corporate relocation, family emergency relocation services, sports travel/events,corporate and industryand I want to learn from those of you who are doing this successfully and are willing to share actionable ideas for how I can be successful in offering value to these groups.Thank you!!