Q3 2025 Washington Multifamily Update
Sep 26, 2025
In today's episode we’re diving into the Q3 2025 update for Washington’s multifamily market by submarket. Whether you own a handful of units or manage thousands across the state, this episode is for you.
Can Vacant Offices Become Housing? What Developers Need to Know
Sep 18, 2025
With office vacancies soaring, the idea of converting commercial buildings into housing sounds like a win-win—but is it feasible? In this video, Ezra Hammer unpacks the legal and logistical hurdles of office-to-residential conversions, from zoning and building code constraints to floorplate challenges and financing...
Why Investors Should be Bullish on Portland’s Economic Outlook
Sep 12, 2025
Monique Claiborne, CEO of Greater Portland Inc., offers a compelling economic case for investing in the Portland metro area. From robust job creation in tech and advanced manufacturing to a favorable talent pipeline fueled by remote work trends, Claiborne highlights why Greater Portland remains a magnet for employers...
Builders’ Remedy in Oregon? Lessons from California’s Bold Housing Law
Sep 5, 2025
In this insightful interview, land use attorney Ezra Hammer breaks down California’s use of the “Builders’ Remedy” law and its potential application in Oregon. He explains how the legal framework bypasses local zoning when jurisdictions fail to meet state-mandated housing goals—enabling developers to push...