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Commercial lending surges as credit markets thaw
Real estate loan originations surged in late 2025 as credit markets reopened, boosting liquidity, office lending and investor activity.
Riverfront office buildings in Portland fetch $36.5 million
A two-building office property in the Pearl District has sold to a fund managed by Rialto Capital Management LLC.
Oregon opportunity zone bill awaiting attention
A bill on the verge of reaching the floor of the Oregon House of Representatives would require opportunity zone funds in Oregon to provide information to state agencies.
A push to preserve state tax benefits for some
An affordable housing developer has jumped into the opportunity zone debate during Oregon鈥檚 2020 legislative session.
2020 Legislature: another climate change bill anticipated
The Oregon Legislature will convene on Monday. At the top of the agenda for Democrats is cap-and-trade legislation that would limit carbon emissions.
Opportunity zone funds’ role is opaque
Though Portland鈥檚 designated areas have drawn national interest because they cover much of the city鈥檚 most desirable real estate, activity thus far apparently has been modest.
Experts provide advice on opportunity zones
Panelists on Thursday spoke about how investors can best approach opportunities to take advantage of opportunity zones.
A shot in the arm for urban development
A federal tax advantage has led real estate investors to flock to opportunity zones, including in Portland鈥檚 Central City.
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
