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U.S. Real Estate Investment for Foreign Investors: The West Coast

Investing in U.S. Real Estate: The West Coast The United States remains one of the world’s premier destinations for foreign direct investment, with its real estate sector—particularly high-end residential and commercial properties—historically functioning as a safe haven during times of global economic instability. While certain sectors continue adjusting to post-pandemic realities, the U.S. West Coast

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Oregon Eviction vs. Ejectment: A Guide for Property Owners

Oregon Eviction vs. Ejectment: A Guide for Property Owners Evictions may seem straightforward, but informal living arrangements, handshake deals, or poorly written agreements can quickly spiral into legal complications. In Oregon, a routine eviction can escalate into a far more complex ejectment lawsuit—especially when the person in possession of the property claims an ownership interest.

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Foreign Investment in US Real Estate: A Legal Guide for International Buyers

Foreign Investment in US Real Estate: A Legal Guide for International Buyers A Chinese tech entrepreneur loses $1 million on a Seattle condo deal after 6 months of negotiations when he’s unable to transfer enough money out of China to complete the purchase, leading to a forfeiture of his earnest money. A Vietnamese developer acquires

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A Squatter Won’t Leave – Now What?

Oregon Landlords Can Now Evict Squatters with a 24-Hour Notice: What HB 3522 Means for You Until recently, Oregon property owners faced a frustrating dilemma when dealing with squatters. The only legal pathway for removal involved filing a time-consuming ejectment lawsuit, a process that could drag on for months or even over a year. That

The Value of Lot Line Adjustments: How to Resolve Boundary Disputes in Oregon

Resolving Boundary Line Issues in Oregon with Lot Line Adjustments

The Value of Lot Line Adjustments Many property owners don’t realize the true location of their boundary lines—until a survey is done for a fence or a home addition. That’s when surprises arise: fences in the wrong place, buildings crossing over into a neighbor’s land, or confusion about who owns what. In these cases, a

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The Importance of Written Property Easements

Why You Should Always Put Your Easement in Writing Imagine moving into your new property, only to discover that what you thought was your driveway is actually your neighbor’s driveway. The prior owner only had an oral agreement to use it. Even if your neighbor seems agreeable to your continued use, things can quickly go

An FAQ on HOAs

An HOA FAQ: Fees, Rules, Rights, and More

FAQs on Homeowners Associations (HOAs)  Navigating the complexities of Homeowners Associations (HOAs) can be challenging. This comprehensive FAQ addresses common questions and legal considerations for homeowners and prospective buyers, providing valuable insights into HOA rules, fees, rights, and obligations. A. General HOA Questions 1. What is a Homeowners Association (HOA)? An HOA is a governing

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Understanding the Real Costs of HOA Living

Hidden Costs of HOA Living: What Every Homebuyer Should Know Thinking about buying a home in an HOA community? Condos and townhomes often provide an affordable alternative to single-family houses—along with perks like pools, fitness centers, and landscaping. But before you sign on the dotted line, there’s one major factor that can make or break

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Oregon Statutory Adverse Possession Law

Oregon Adverse Possession Law This is Part 3 in a three-part series on adverse possession in Oregon. Part 1 was a general overview regarding your risks of losing part or all of your property via adverse possession. Part 2 was on Oregon common law adverse possession. Part 3 is on Oregon statutory adverse possession law. Adverse

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Oregon Common Law Adverse Possession

Oregon Adverse Possession This is Part 2 in a three-part series on adverse possession in Oregon. Part 1 was a general overview regarding your risks of losing part or all of your property via adverse possession. Part 2 is on Oregon common law adverse possession. Part 3 is on Oregon statutory adverse possession law. Adverse

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