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HFO Multifamily Marketwatch

HFO's team of researchers and experts in the apartment market for Oregon and Washington review the latest news of interest to area multifamily owners and investors.

Jul 31, 2025

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...


Jul 24, 2025

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...


Jul 19, 2025

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...


Jul 10, 2025

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?


Jul 3, 2025

Bond yields are bouncing and lender sentiment is shifting. In this episode of HFO’s Multifamily
Marketwatch, Michael Pierce breaks down the recent Treasury market volatility, explains the
role of credit spreads in loan pricing, and shares what multifamily owners and investors need to
know to navigate today’s...