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HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonPortland's Multifamily Market AnalysisThis episode is all about reasons to feel confident in Portland's multifamily future! While some headlines are still catching up to what's really happening on the ground, here at HFO we are seeing a market that is quietly strengthening and setting up for long-term opportunity.2025-05-0806 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHousing Crisis Exposed: Radical Solutions for Portland’s Broken Development SystemsHFO partner Greg Frick interviews Ezra Hammer, an attorney specializing in land use and real estate with Jordan Ramis law firm. Their discussion explores the critical housing challenges facing Portland and the state of Oregon. Hammer discusses the region's significant housing shortage, with approximately 45,000 missing housing units and low development rates, highlighting systemic issues like infrastructure funding, overly localized community engagement, and restrictive urban growth boundaries. He advocates for radical policy changes, including state-level infrastructure funding reforms, reducing neighborhood-level development obstacles, and expanding urban boundaries to facilitate housing production. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need to address housing affordability...2025-05-0124 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonQ1 Apartment Lending Trends, Rates & Opportunities in OR and WAHFO's Greg Frick and Charlie Kokernak of Gantry, Inc. discuss the Q1 2025 Oregon and SW Washington multifamily market lending landscape. Despite political uncertainties, the market is finding stability. There's a significant pent-up demand for equity, driven by reasons like default and depreciation. Underwriting standards remain consistent, and rates have dropped, but uncertainty remains. Insurance costs are a growing concern, particularly for older properties. Lenders are competitive, offering tight spreads and flexible terms. Deal flow is expected to increase, and pricing stability is anticipated.2025-04-2418 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO's Lee Fehrenbacher on rising apartment insurance premiums and the positive signs for Portlands apartment market2025-04-1815 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO partners Jack Stephens and Greg Frick on the 2025 Multifamily market in Oregon and SW Washington2025-04-1119 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Interview with Wayne Achen of Pacific Exteriors NWIn this episode of HFO Multifamily Marketwatch, Greg Frick interviews Wayne Achen, Project Coordinator at Pacific Exteriors NW. They explore common exterior issues in multifamily buildings in the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing the significance of regular maintenance and early problem detection, such as water intrusion, failing windows, and improper deck installations. Wayne highlights that many issues arise from incorrect installations rather than product defects. The discussion touches on the typical lifespans of various components, the benefits of architectural roofing, building material availability, and the importance of preventative maintenance. Tune in to learn how to protect your investment and avoid costly...2025-03-2113 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO-TV Interview with Dr. Gerard Mildner on the proposed extension of the Metro Supporting Housing ServicesIn this episode of HFO Multifamily Marketwatch, we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the Portland Supportive Housing Services (SHS) tax, which funds homeless services and is set to expire in 2030. A proposed 20-year extension would lower the tax rate from 1% to 0.9%, yet concerns remain about the tax's high rate and its implications for attracting high-income residents. The discussion critiques the management of funds by Metro and its subcontracting with the City of Portland, alongside proposals for reallocating funds to cities and subsidized housing. The episode emphasizes the need for community engagement and accountability in addressing homelessness, suggesting alternative...2025-03-1425 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Interview with Olivia Clark, Portland City CouncilorIn this episode, newly elected city councilor Olivia Clark shares her bold vision for tackling housing and development challenges. She discusses streamlining the permitting process, revising zoning regulations, and fostering a more collaborative environment at City Hall to support sustainable growth. Olivia highlights her approach to reducing administrative burdens, lowering operational costs, and working with key stakeholders to drive meaningful change in the community. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about shaping the future of our city.2025-02-2017 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Interview with Portland City Council member Eric ZimmermanIn this episode, we sit down with Portland City Council member Eric Zimmerman to discuss the city’s growing challenges and opportunities in multifamily housing; from tackling frustrating permitting delays to reducing regulatory burdens that weigh heavily on multifamily property owners, our guest shares candid insights into hurdles facing the housing market today. We also delve into the innovative incentives and tax breaks being proposed to encourage new development and support housing growth. Whether you’re a property owner, developer, or someone simply curious about the future of housing in Portland, this conversation sheds light on potential policies shaping the...2025-02-1323 min
Spray Foam Mafia: Toolbox Talks on SafetyEpisode #12 Safely Mastering the HFO Transition: Climate Challenges, Startup Processes, and Networking Growth in the Spray Foam Industry with Dan Benedict and Jeremiah SchoenbergSend us your Questions for Jeremiah and DanUnlock the secrets to mastering the transition from HFC to HFO blowing agents in the spray foam industry with our latest episode of Spray Foam Mafia's Toolbox Talks. As we kick off 2025, Dan Benedict and Jeremiah Schoenberg promise to equip you with the essential knowledge to navigate this major shift seamlessly. With years of experience witnessing changes in blowing agents, we're here to ensure that your transition to HFOs is not just smooth but also optimally beneficial for your business and the environment.What challenges do varying...2025-01-2128 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonUp for Growth Releases Annual Housing Deficit Estimates Up for Growth’s latest Housing Underproduction report is out, highlighting key trends and regional insights into the U.S. housing shortage. HFO's Michael Pierce summarizes the latest data. 2024-11-0504 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonSelect infrastructure and job growth prospects for Portland and Oregon In this episode of Multifamily Marketwatch Podcast, senior researcher and host Mike Pierce offers an update on some major infrastructure and job growth projects ahead in Portland and Oregon. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by: Pacific Exteriors NW, apartment siding contractors specializing in multifamily, apartments, condos, residential, hotels, resorts, and commercial buildings, and Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. About HFO Investment Real Estate HFO Investment Real Estate is a Pacific Northwest-based real estate brokerage specializing in the acquisition and disposition of multifamily assets on behalf of...2024-10-1704 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonIs the Multifamily Market in Oregon and Washington Poised for a Boom by 2025?In this episode of HFO Investment Real Estate's Multifamily Marketwatch Podcast, senior researcher and host Mike Pierce discusses the promising outlook for multifamily investors in Oregon and Washington for 2025 and 2026, covering projected economic growth, population trends, and the resilience of the multifamily market amid economic uncertainties. Listen now to learn about anticipated rent increases, the impact of declining housing permits, and proactive strategies for property owners. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by: Pacific Exteriors NW, apartment siding contractors specializing in multifamily, apartments, condos, residential, hotels, resorts, and commercial buildings, and Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage...2024-08-1205 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonFlipping the Script & Increased Momentum Ahead: PNW Multifamily Outlook with CoStar's John GillemEnjoy the audio from our latest episode of HFO-TV, our web news program for multifamily investors. Check out the video from the episode on our website at HFORE.com/Videos.aspx or follow us on YouTube @HFOInvestmentRealEstate. On this episode of HFO-TV, John Gillem, CoStar’s Director of Market Analytics for Oregon and Idaho, joins HFO co-founder Greg Frick on HFO TV to discuss multifamily market trends in Portland and the Pacific Northwest. John and Greg delve into population growth, apartment demand, and the slowdown in new project pipelines. Check out the full video to hear why Gre...2024-08-0718 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonCharging Ahead: Is Multifamily Ready for the Electric Vehicle Revolution?In this episode of HFO Investment Real Estate's Multifamily Marketwatch Podcast, senior researcher and host Mike Pierce discusses the rising demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at multifamily properties, focusing on the proactive measures taken by Washington, Oregon, and particularly Portland, to integrate sustainability and ensure equitable access to EV infrastructure. Learn more about the importance of compliance with regulations, the benefits for property owners, and the willingness of renters to pay premiums for EV amenities. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by: Pacific Exteriors NW, apartment siding contractors specializing in multifamily, apartments, condos, residential, hotels, resorts, and...2024-07-2005 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHow Fewer Multifamily Starts in Oregon Impacts Investor ReturnsIn this episode of HFO Investment Real Estate's Multifamily Marketwatch Podcast, senior researcher and host Mike Pierce shares the latest headlines impacting multifamily investors and developers, including the notable decline in multifamily housing starts and permit applications both nationally and in Oregon and Washington, and the key factors driving the trend, including high interest rates, shortages of materials and labor, and regulatory challenges. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by: Pacific Exteriors NW, apartment siding contractors specializing in multifamily, apartments, condos, residential, hotels, resorts, and commercial buildings, and Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused...2024-07-1105 min
Advanced Refrigeration PodcastExplaining Rack Prints P&ID & Refrigeration Schedules For Conventional HFO Racks & C02 Stories !!! Episode - 322 VideoExplaining Rack Prints P&ID & Refrigeration Schedules For Conventional HFO Racks & C02 Stories !!! Episode - 322
Join
us in Episode 322 of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast where hosts Brett
Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive deep into the world of refrigeration engineering.
In this episode, we unravel the complexities of Rack Prints P&ID and
refrigeration schedules, focusing on conventional HFO racks. We also share
intriguing stories and insights about the implementation and performance of CO2
systems in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or just curious
about refrigeration technology, this episode is packed with valuable
information and real...2024-05-2757 min
Advanced Refrigeration PodcastExplaining Rack Prints P&ID & Refrigeration Schedules For Conventional HFO Racks & C02 Stories !!! Episode - 322 AudioExplaining Rack Prints P&ID & Refrigeration Schedules For Conventional HFO Racks & C02 Stories !!! Episode - 322
Join
us in Episode 322 of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast where hosts Brett
Wetzel and Kevin Compass dive deep into the world of refrigeration engineering.
In this episode, we unravel the complexities of Rack Prints P&ID and
refrigeration schedules, focusing on conventional HFO racks. We also share
intriguing stories and insights about the implementation and performance of CO2
systems in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or just curious
about refrigeration technology, this episode is packed with valuable
information and real...2024-05-2757 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonThe Great Portland Rent Debate: Trends, Shifts, and ForecastsIn this episode of the HFO Multifamily Marketwatch, HFO Investment Real Estate's Senior Research Analyst Mike Pierce analyzes Portland's rental market, discussing the slowdown in construction, the shift towards luxury inventory, and the resurgence of concessions. Delve into the pandemic's impact on renter preferences, Oregon's rent increase cap, and the structural shift in the market, as well as Portland's forecasted growth in employment, housing demand, and construction. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by: Pacific Exteriors NW, apartment siding contractors specializing in multifamily, apartments, condos, residential, hotels, resorts, and commercial buildings, and Gantry Inc., the country’s largest indepe...2024-02-1206 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonFrom Boardrooms to Bedrooms: How office conversions are changing the real estate gameIn this episode of the HFO Multifamily Marketwatch, HFO Investment Real Estate's Senior Research Analyst Mike Pierce discusses the housing shortage in Oregon and the potential of office-to-apartment conversions as a solution. Mike delves into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the commercial real estate market, with a significant increase in remote work leading to a high rate of office vacancies, and specific efforts in Portland to support office-to-rental conversions. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focus...2023-11-0908 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch Oregon | Unlocking the Potential: Nonprofits and Religious Organizations as Catalysts for Change in Oregon's Housing CrisisOn this week's episode of Multifamily Marketwatch, Senior Research Analyst Mike Pierce dives into the innovative approach nonprofits and religious organizations are taking in addressing the housing crisis. Inspired by California's initiatives, these groups are converting their properties into low-income housing, bypassing expensive local permitting and environmental review processes. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-10-2406 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - October 16, 2023This week's topics include: 55 million vacant homes in the US; Governor Jay Inslee's eviction moratorium being upheld by the state Supreme Court, and Economist Matthew Gardner's predictions for Washington. 2023-10-1611 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch Oregon | Portland's Housing Crisis: Multifamily Impacts & InnovationsOn this week's episode of Multifamily Marketwatch, Senior Research Analyst Mike Pierce delves into the intricacies of the state's housing shortage to help understand the ripple effects this crisis has on renters and the rising tide of homelessness. But with challenges come opportunities. We dig into and share our expert insights on potential solutions, drawing from our extensive experience in the multifamily investment sector. Whether you're an established investor or exploring the multifamily realm, equip yourself with the knowledge and foresight to thrive in Oregon's evolving real estate market. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, spe...2023-10-1009 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - October 2, 20232023-10-0209 min
HVAC TVPart 1 of 3 - R410A Transition with Don Gillis - Phase Down Deadlines, Refrigerant History, What’s an HFOThis is part 1 of three, where we focus on Phase Down Deadlines, Refrigerant History, and What’s an HFO.
In this podcast, HVACR expert Don Gillis delves into the R410A transition, emphasizing key milestones and exploring the physical properties of potential replacements like R32 and R454B.
You can watch the full video version of this podcast on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HVAC-TV
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HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch Oregon | The Urban-Suburban Rental Market Gap: How Portland and Vancouver CompareThis week, Mike Pierce, the Senior Research Analyst at HFO, provides an overview of the apartment market in Portland and Vancouver, including the widening gap between urban and suburban rental markets during the pandemic. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-09-1207 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - September 4, 2023HFO Director of Client Services Aaron Kirk Douglas welcomes Carl Whitaker, director of research and analysis at RealPage, Inc., to discuss the market Washington state multifamily market. Aaron and Carl delve into the impact of tech sector employment and AI hires on Seattle's rental market, the strong performance of suburban submarkets, increasing occupancy--despite slowed rent growth-- and the strength of the Spokane market.2023-09-0408 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch Oregon: Making Sense of the Downtown Office Space DilemmaIn this episode, HFO Senior Research Analyst Mike Pierce discusses the challenges faced by downtown office building owners and landlords due to higher vacancies. The episode explores the idea of converting these vacant spaces into residential or mixed-use properties, and the value in keeping downtown office spaces as-is and encouraging professional services and businesses to lease them while repurposing older suburban office buildings for housing. We also explore the different investment behaviors of institutional and private investors in the real estate market, as well as the impact of pandemic-related migration on Multnomah County's income and tax revenue. ...2023-08-2809 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Oregon - August 14, 2023In the latest HFO-TV episode, Aaron Kirk Douglas interviews market analyst Carl Whitaker from RealPage Inc. Whitaker shares insights into Portland's real estate market, noting a less pronounced seasonal rent swing and lower retention rates than other West Coast cities. Looking forward to 2023 and 2024, he predicts a slowing rent growth and potential challenges in the tech-driven economy, particularly in chip manufacturing. The episode also touches on the performance of smaller markets, such as Salem, Eugene, and Corvallis, highlighting their steady growth influenced by state-funded schools. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and...2023-08-2408 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - August 21, 2023In this episode, Greg Frick, partner at HFO Investment Real Estate, welcomes Quinn Posner, founder and lawyer at Northwest Landlord Solutions, to discuss legislative changes in landlord-tenant law in Clark County and Washington. They cover the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, changes in eviction processes, rental assistance programs, the lack of state preemption leading to different rules in different areas, and the need for landlords to stay updated on the constant changes in landlord-tenant laws to avoid legal troubles.2023-08-2124 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - August 7, 2023In this episode: Washington State rent growth trends, the question of whether Seattle's new energy codes are leading to a drop in permit applications, and renters rights groups rattling city councils in Seattle and Tacoma.2023-08-0710 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Oregon - July 31, 2023This Week: • Housing production slows in West Coast cities; What’s happening in PDX? • Bend vacancy rate may be on the rise • Update on the Q2 Multifamily Market HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-07-3108 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - July 24, 2023In this podcast episode, we cover significant developments affecting the multifamily housing sector in Washington State: (1) The Federal Housing Administration's raising the threshold for large multifamily loans, potentially expanding property eligibility for standard underwriting. (2) Despite concerns about a hard landing, demand for apartments remained strong, and the state is making a historic investment in affordable housing projects. (3) Although still alive, Seattle's proposed rent control bill faces challenges. PLUS! We also cover the affluent renter demographic in Seattle and slowing apartment production. Stay tuned next month for expert insights on state eviction processes and security deposits.2023-07-2406 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Oregon - July 17, 2023This Week: Oregon Senate Bill 611: New restrictions on rent increases Multifamily forecast for the rest of 2023 Portland apartment construction surges, but the rebound may be brief HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc., the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-07-1706 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - July 10, 2023This week: Eviction moratoria continue expiring, relieving distraught landlords; national rental rates remain flat, and The Urbanist asks: How many new homes could be created with denser housing limits near transit? The answer may surprise you.2023-07-0907 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Oregon - July 3, 2023This week: The Runaway Cost of Portland's Affordable Housing, Multi-Family insurance costs rising, and Should you allow Airbnb rentals at your property?2023-07-0308 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington Edition - June 12, 2023Reports on CMBS loan delinquencies, rising national insurance rates, and the latest land sale demonstrating that developers are bullish on Bellevue. 2023-06-1208 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - June 5, 2023 This week: Discussing Multifamily housing occupancy in Portland $1 trillion-plus of multifamily debt will mature by 2027 Multifamily sales drop 74% YOY HFO’s podcasts are sponsored J.R. Johnson, specialists in multifamily restoration and repair, and by Gantry Inc, the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-06-0506 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Washington - May 29, 2023Seattle is #1 in the US for population growth, and tech jobs are growing as well, focusing on A.I. and Blockchain; the state building code council delays new rules banning natural gas for heat in new commercial and residential construction. 2023-05-2914 min
Advanced Refrigeration PodcastRack Conversion 404a 507 to HFO 449A-448A
Join us in this captivating episode of the Advanced Refrigeration Podcast as we delve into the world of refrigeration gas conversions. Brett Wetzel and Kevin Compass, industry experts in the field of refrigeration, will be sharing their invaluable insights and experiences regarding the transition from R-404A, a commonly used hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerant, to an HFO (hydrofluoroolefin) refrigerant.
Over the years, concerns about the environmental impact of HFC refrigerants have led to the development and adoption of more sustainable alternatives. HFO refrigerants have emerged as a promising solution due to their low global warming potential...2023-05-2952 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 22, 2023In this episode: A quick update on the national multifamily market The growing buzz around converting offices to apartments A round-up of the May Oregon ballot measures and their impacts on multifamily investment 2023-05-2405 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 15, 2023 Governor Jay Inslee touts housing bills, $1 billion in housing spending National and regional rent growth forecasts for 2023 A roundup of recent multifamily transactions in the Puget Sound region 2023-05-1510 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 8, 2023In this episode, we discuss how Measure 26-238 would introduce a 0.75% capital gains tax in Multnomah County and how it could affect the multifamily industry. HFO’s podcasts are sponsored by J.R. Johnson, specialists in restoration and emergency repair work for multifamily properties, and Gantry Inc, the country’s largest independent mortgage banking firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. 2023-05-0806 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 1, 2023In this episode: A final wrap-up of housing industry legislation of interest to multifamily owners and developers in Washington State A roundup of development and transaction news from around the state A new tenant rights group has formed in Whatcom County, threatening lawsuits and legislative initiatives 2023-05-0109 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 24, 2023The big stories from this past week: Developers Say Building in Portland Has Become Unaffordable Lee Fehrenbacher, HFO Senior Broker: Portland Multifamily Investors Are Voting With Their Money 2023-04-2506 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 17, 2023A roundup of final housing bills moving through the state legislature and likely to become law are featured in this special editition of HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW Washington. For ongoing Washington-specific industry updates, be sure to subscribe to HFO's Washington Multifamily Marketwatch. 2023-04-1609 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 10, 2023 The big stories from this past week: 1 What House Bill 2001 means for multifamily owners in Oregon 2 Fraudulent accommodation requests for assistance animals is a growing problem 3 State of multifamily in Q1 20232023-04-1107 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 3, 2023A special update on the status of pending legislation of interest to multifamily owners and management companies in Washington State.2023-03-3113 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 27, 2023 The big stories from this week: Office-to-multifamily conversions Key points from Portland multifamily reporting in Feb 2023 AI effects on the multifamily industry 2023-03-2707 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 14, 2023 The big stories from this week: Multifamily and Silicon Valley & Signature bank collapses Why you should focus on tenant retention in 2023 Multifamily construction outpaces demand in Portland 2023-03-1408 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 5, 2023This episode offers the very latest on bills at play in the Washington State Legislature. Bills need to be moved out of their house of origin by 5 pm Wednesday, March 8th. 2023-03-0610 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 27, 2023 The big stories from this past week: Multifamily is evolving in 2023 Portland requires mixed-use use buildings to have EV charging Transforming office to Multifamily 2023-02-2807 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 19, 2023Controversial legislation heats up in the Washington State legislature; a roundup of announced multifamily projects; plus the latest on Portland's EV charging mandate. 2023-02-2008 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 13, 2023This week, HFO Investment Real Estate's research analysts dig into: Investing in multifamily in 2023 Multifamily housing rents flat in January, developers remain optimistic Transforming multifamily properties for an aging population 2023-02-1306 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 5, 2023Highlights of bills currently pending in the Washington State Legislature and their impact on multifamily owners and developers are featured.2023-02-0509 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – January 30, 2023This week, HFO Investment Real Estate's research analysts dig into: Apartment sales volume drops 17% in 2022 Will multifamily have a soft landing in 2023? Multifamily starts up in 2022 to highest levels the since '80s Labor, material, and land prices may ease in 2023 2023-01-3006 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – January 16, 2023This week: MBA Projects Drop in Multifamily Mortgage Financing in 2023, Strong Rebound in 2024 Fourth-Quarter Property Sales Post Worst Slowdown Since the Great Recession Despite Interest Rates, Multifamily Lending Continued to Grow in 2022 2023-01-1606 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Washington Multifamily Marketwatch - Interview: Washington State's Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck on Washington's Housing Crisis and the 2023 Legislative Session2022-12-1921 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – December 12, 2022This week: Leasing remains soft, as rents continue to fall, small signs point to increasing delinquency rates, and apartment transactions are falling.2022-12-1205 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Interview: Executive Director Andrea Bell on Oregon Housing & Community Services' "Audacious and Appropriate" Proposed BudgetHFO founding partner and broker Greg Frick talks to Andrea Bell, executive director of Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS), about the agency's 2023 legislative agenda and the "audacious and appropriate" proposed budget that is the largest request in OHCS history. 2022-11-2130 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – November 14, 2022This week: The multifamily construction boom is fading, Fannie and Freddie buy fewer multifamily loans as property sales fall, Voters say YES to affordable housing, and apartment sales in brisk quarter for Portland, Oregon.2022-11-1707 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – October 31st, 2022This week: Rents remain flat in September, will there be a recession Q4 2022?, and U.S. apartment sales outpace last year despite higher interest rates. 2022-10-3105 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonSpecial Edition: Washington Multifamily MarketwatchSubscribers to HFO Multifamily Marketwatch can subscribe now to our Washington Multifamily Marketwatch on all podcast markets.2022-10-0812 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Interview: Catie Gould, Climate & Transportation Researcher, Discusses the History & Future of Parking Mandates2022-10-0316 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Interview: Author Nolan Gray Explains Zoning's History as a Barrier to Affordable HousingThis month on HFO-TV, we spoke to Nolan Gray, research director for California YIMBY and author of Arbitrary Lines: How Zoning Broke the American City and How to Fix It. Nolan joins HFO Broker Aaron Kirk Douglas to discuss his new book and the history and role of zoning in where we live and work. Find Arbitrary Lines on Amazon or the publisher's website, islandpress.org/books/arbitrary-lines.2022-09-2812 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - Interview: Oriana Magnera on Heat Response Programs & Cooling Devices in Oregon ApartmentsThis week on HFO-TV, we spoke to Oriana Magnera, nonprofit Verde’s Energy, Climate, Transportation Program Manager, about the resources available to landlords through Oregon's new heat-response programs. These programs are the result of legislation that went into effect following the heatwave that occurred in the Pacific Northwest in 2021, when extreme temperatures caused the deaths of more than 100 people in June and July. Listen to the interview here and learn more about Verde's resources for landlords and residents at Verde (verdenw.org) And check out our blog post on the impacts of bipartisan Emergency Heat Reli...2022-09-2321 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – September 19th, 2022This week: How the Inflation Reduction Act will affect the multifamily sector, Oregon max rent increase for 2023 explained, Multifamily rent growth stalls in August 2022.2022-09-1906 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – September 6th, 2022This week: We explore why single-family built-for-rent construction is surging, and consider what the rest of the year holds for multifamily on a national level, and why the Portland multifamily market is well-positioned for the rest of 2022.2022-09-0608 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – August 22, 2022This week: Rising Interest rates are putting apartment refinancing at risk. How is Portland Downtown's recovery going vs. other cities? Highlights from a new Freddie Mac Multifamily Report.2022-08-2206 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - August 8, 2022This week: How will Multifamily fare in a recession? How much does it cost to replace resident? As the loss of affordable housing grows, how will the U.S. get 4.3 million apartments by 2035? 2022-08-0807 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - July 25, 2022This week: Multifamily housing construction looking strong for Q322, Portland-area investment is up, along with multifamily sales, and why multifamily is your best bet to sustain during economic turbulence.2022-07-2704 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - July 11, 2022This week: Portland building permit reviews even slower, but progress has been made. Property sales and price gains slow as investors look again at urban markets, and what does it mean for multifamily when rent growth and property values outpace inflation?2022-07-1105 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - June 27, 2022This week: Eight Oregon metros prepare to eliminate minimum parking requirements for homes and businesses in an effort to achieve climate-related goals, what kind of return could you expect if you converted your property to Affordable housing, and the effects of rising interest rates on apartment building owners and renters.2022-06-2807 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - June 13, 2022This week: Portland widens development in single-family zones, the U.S. saw the lowest nationwide quarterly rental vacancy rate since 2000, renters are staying in their apartments longer and paying more, and HFO named a CoStar Power Broker 16th time in its 22-year history.2022-06-1305 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 31, 2022This week: Rising interest rates and purchase prices are reducing return rates for apartment investors, multifamily sentiment faced downward pressure in the first quarter as high construction costs took a toll on developers, and Multnomah County's program incentivizing landlords to rent vacant units to homeless Portlanders has garnered interest from 54 landlords who have offered a total of 374 units.2022-05-3104 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 23, 2022This week: Apartment construction, investment, and leasing across the United States hit record highs in Q1, Gen Z is surpassing millennials as the largest renter cohort dominating the multifamily market, and the Portland metro lost a total of 6,417 single-family home rentals between 2015-2020.2022-05-2305 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 16, 2022This week: Yardi reports continued strong apartment market performance despite national economic hiccups, Portland rents are up, but not as much as rest of state, and Washington is the first state to require all electric heating in new buildings2022-05-1605 min
Spoken By Elswyth - Femdom HypnosisHFO on the Brain – Day 88Transcript This is Spoken by Elswyth, the Femdom Hypnosis podcast dedicated to making my perfectly rounded, submissive man. Today is Day 88, and after the Something Different HFO session, and that Mind Control Fragment “Pleasure Seeking” on Day 87, you might well have HFO on your mind. I do. That’s because I’m picking apart a […]
The post HFO on the Brain – Day 88 appeared first on Spoken By Elswyth.2022-05-1604 minSpoken By Elswyth - Femdom HypnosisCan you, Would you, HFO? – Day 86The Something Different Hypnotic HFO is available now. Transcript This is Spoken by Elswyth. The Femdom Hypnosis podcast dedicated to making my perfectly rounded submissive man. Today is Day 86 and I’m listening. I know, some of you are not going to get that and other ones found it quite funny. You know how we […]
The post Can you, Would you, HFO? – Day 86 appeared first on Spoken By Elswyth.2022-05-1104 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 9, 20222022-05-0906 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - May 2, 20222022-05-0204 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 25, 2022This week: No matter who you ask, rents in Portland are up, developers are considering converting retail centers to multifamily, and an update on the Portland and Seattle development pipeline.2022-04-2506 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 11, 2022This week: Portland lost nearly 4,000 single-family rental homes from 2015-to 2020; multifamily draws global capital, and Seattle is among the top markets for commercial real estate investment.2022-04-1105 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - April 4, 2022This week: what rising interest rates mean for apartment cap rates, and LEED Multifamily properties are earning higher rents.2022-04-0406 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 28, 20222022-03-2808 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch – March 21, 2022This week: US builders and effect of Ukraine War; Portland Multifamily Report; National Trends in Multifamily2022-03-2105 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 14, 2022This week: Portland’s apartment pipeline plunges, and a look at whether cities are still the hot spot for rent growth.2022-03-1408 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - March 7, 2022This week: Moratoriums are over, Oregon renters now face eviction, and Portland’s rents increased among the fastest in the U.S.2022-03-0705 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 28, 2022Oregon and Seattle Washington eviction moratoriums come to an end, and Multifamily builder confidence finishes out 2021 on a high note.2022-02-2805 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 21, 2022This week: Public pension funds allocated to real estate reach a new high, and a new poll shows large multifamily investors are reluctant to build housing in states or markets with rent control. 2022-02-2106 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 14, 2022This week: U.S. Housing costs surge with no end in sight, the Oregon Secretary of State's audit division plans to review how the state has handled rental assistance funds, and the Washington State legislature is considering requiring landlords to provide six months' notice of any rent increases above 7.5%.2022-02-1407 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - February 7, 2022We have year-over-year rent growth updates that reflect an easing off in the current surge in rents, and we take a look at what will drive multifamily construction this year.2022-02-0707 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - 01-31-2022This week: Portland metro's 2021 Multifamily sales reach an all-time record; highlights of the latest Harvard University Rental Housing Report, and a look at what’s ahead for multifamily lending.2022-02-0106 minHFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - January 24, 2022This week: Rent prices turn a corner as rent growth slows; what to look for in this year's multifamily market, and a Central Oregon update.2022-01-2407 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonHFO Multifamily Marketwatch - January 17, 2022This week: record low vacancies in the multifamily market expected to continue in 2022; Freddie Mac forecasts continued growth in multifamily, and HFO has joined with 10 other offices to form Global Real Estate Advisors.2022-01-1807 min
HFO Multifamily Marketwatch for Oregon and SW WashingtonSPECIAL EDITION: HFO Investor RoundtableThis full audio version of the January 5, 2022 event will be available until February 5, 2022.2022-01-121h 37