Shutdown Shockwaves: How Missed Paychecks Are Hitting Washington State: Renters and Landlords
Oct 30, 2025
Today’s episode takes a closer look at the ripple effects of the
ongoing federal government shutdown here in Washington State—and
specifically, how missed paychecks and halted
programs are impacting renters and landlords in our region.
HFO Interview with Isaac Jones, CPA with Perkins & Co., discussing the evolution and benefits of Opportunity Zones
Oct 23, 2025
Isaac Jones, CPA with Perkins & Co., discusses the evolution and benefits of Opportunity Zones, highlighting the initial confusion caused by the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the subsequent impact of the pandemic. The new Opportunity Zone Act 3 (OZ 3) makes the program permanent, providing more clarity and certainty....
HFO Interview with Tom Rinehart - Executive Director of Oregon Smart Growth
Oct 16, 2025
In this episode, HFO Partner Greg Frick interviews Tom Rinehart, executive director of Oregon Smart growth. Oregon Smart Growth focuses on ways to help solve the state's housing supply crisis. The organization promotes solutions elected leaders, including Portland's mayor and the City Council.
HFO Interview with Andrea Bell - Director of Oregon Housing and Community Services
Oct 9, 2025
In this episode, HFO Partner Greg Frick interviews Andrea Bell, the director of Oregon Housing and Community Services, who provides the latest update on what is happening at the agency charged with measuring accountability and statewide progress on Oregon's goal of building 36,000 housing units per year.
3Q 2025 Oregon and Southwest Washington Multifamily Market Updates
Oct 2, 2025
Our focus this week will be on the highlights, including vacancy
and rent
trends, new construction activity, and investor insights across the
Portland metro, Willamette Valley , and Southwest Washington
markets.