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Purpose of loan is most important detail when serving as small investor
Many smaller investors are willing to offer loans to borrowers who do not want a loan from a traditional financial institution. The slightly higher costs of the loan are often worth it, considering borrowers will avoid the many hassles and daunting requirements of traditional lenders.
OP-ED: Don’t discount a No Further Action Letter
For those familiar with commercial real estate deals, it is well-known that buyers and lenders want to see a No Further Action Letter (NFA) when dealing with property that has […]
OP-ED: Taking on NIMBY and the agents of CAVE
Battling NIMBY (Not in My Back Yard) and the agents of CAVE (Citizens Against Virtually Everything) can appear a daunting task more suited to comic book heroes than developers. But taking on these forces ahead of a project can reap rewards for those who know how to present their development well.
Landowners gain leverage following Supreme Court decision
Among the many important decisions from the most recent U.S. Supreme Court session was the latest statement on governmental takings in land and development. With this recent ruling in […]
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
