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Beware the ‘upgraded’ home
I always cringe at those real estate listings for older homes that read, “completely renovated,” “freshly modernized” or even “restored from top to bottom.” What this usually means is that […]
Recent rule changes aid mortgage industry
Good news: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have issued several new rules that will help loosen the tight credit markets. […]
Emissions dilemma of electric cars
Part 2: The emissions dilemma of electric cars Editor’s note: This is the second part of a two-part series. The first part appeared in the Feb. 1 edition of the […]
Client feedback: the most effective marketing tool we never use
“Our clients love us. Winning their next project is a sure thing.” You have, no doubt, heard this kind of comment many times. You may even have said it yourself. […]
Achievements by octogenarian architects
Editor’s note: This is the second part of a two-part series. The first part appeared in the Jan. 4 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce. Previously, I looked at […]
Investing for the family
Dear Mr. Berko: We have three sons, all college graduates, each of whom have young families and, fortunately, secure jobs in the high-tech industry. Our sons have birthdays in January […]
Saving the best designs for last
Editor’s note: This is the first part of a two-part series. The second part will appear Jan. 18. “The four stages of man,” Art Linkletter once observed, “are infancy, childhood, […]
Is Dell a deal?
Dear Mr. Berko: Please tell me what you know about Dell Inc. and if you think it is a good buy for a 12-month capital gain? Also, tell me what […]
Oregon AG, Legislature get tough on environmental crimes
Under an Oregon statute established in 1993, certain violations of environmental laws and regulations can be treated as criminal violations as well as civil violations. Criminal penalties for misdemeanors can […]
Why the construction industry needs a health care amendment
Editor’s note: The following column was submitted to the 91视频 by Sen. Jeff Merkley in response to a story reported online Dec. 22. The story is about an amendment Merkley […]
Sales is not marketing, and marketing is not sales
I have written a monthly marketing column for local business publications for about four years, and I have not received one solid lead for new business. Surprised? Frankly, I was. […]
Characteristics of the merit philosophy
What does “merit shop” mean? It鈥檚 not a bad question. In fact, I hear it a lot. Many assume it鈥檚 another term for nonunion. However, there is nothing negative or […]
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
