Central Oregon Rental Owners Association upcoming events

Best Practices for Landlords: Practical Strategies for Managing Your Rental Property (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Best Practices for Landlords: Practical Strategies for Managing Your Rental Property

Being a successful landlord isn't just about collecting the rent. It's about having good systems, making sound decisions, documenting what you do, and knowing when to slow down and get help.

In this comprehensive, practical class, Tia Politi shares the best practices she has developed through years of experience as a landlord, educator, eviction specialist, and Oregon Rental Housing Association leader. This isn't just a discussion of the law. You'll learn practical ways to manage your rental business, reduce risk, avoid common mistakes, and build better landlord-tenant relationships.

In this class, you'll learn best practices for:

Fair Housing & Reasonable Accommodations
Advertising, Showing & Screening
Move-in & Setting Up the Tenancy
Risk Management & Maintenance
Tenant Violations & Enforcement
Terminating Tenancy & Serving Notice
Rule Changes, Rent Increases & Lease Breaks
Move-out & Security Deposit Accounting
Eviction Court & Dispute Resolution

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

**2 Continuing Ed Credits available for Professional Brokers & Property Managers

CE Credit is only available for the LIVE Webinar (not the recording) – CEs will be sent out within two weeks of the class date.

DEADLINE to Register is:

Sunday, September 13 by noon

INSTRUCTOR: Tia Politi**

$35 for members

$50 for non-members

*** $20 additional for CE Credits

Electronic Payments Only: Visa, Mastercard & Discover accepted

Must be paid in FULL prior to registration deadline – Unpaid registrations will be automatically canceled

The class link will be sent out the morning before class starts

*****

Note:
In each Session that you sign up for,

you also receive a RECORDED version of that

webinar class, within two-weeks of the class date,

so that you can review it for a limited time.

CEs will be sent out to eligible participants within two-weeks of the class date.

*****

Webinar Requirements:
High Speed Internet
Computer, Laptop,
Tablet or Smart Phone
with audio
Optional: keyboard to chat

**About Tia Politi

Rental Owner
B.S., Journalism, University of Oregon, 1987
Licensed property manager - 2009-2022 (private, public & assisted housing)
OREA Certified Continuing Education Provider
President, Oregon Rental Housing Association (ORHA) - 2021-2025
President, Rental Owners Association of Lane County 2015-2025
Board Member, Rental Owners Association of Lane County
Forms Chair, ORHA
Columnist, Mind Your Business
Landlord Helpline representative for Rental Owners Association of Lane County, Rental Owners Association of SW Oregon, Linn-Benton Rental Housing Association, Portland Area Rental Owners Association & Treasure Valley Rental Association.
Hundreds of hours of continuing education in property management in both private and public housing.
Volunteer instructor, St. Vincent de Paul's Second Chance Renters Program
2020 Housing Hero - St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County
Landlord/Tenant Instructor, Lane ROA and statewide
Author/Instructor, Landlord Bootcamp
Author/Instructor, Renting a Home, teaching high school seniors the rights, risks and responsibilities of tenancy

Cancellations/Changes and Refunds: Registration fees are non-refundable for non-attendance, late arrivals, and early departures. Fees will be refunded if cancellation or change resulting in a refund is received in writing no later than 1 week before the webinar date. After that date, fees are non-refundable. Substitutions are allowed at no charge.

COURSE MATERIALS DISCLAIMER
The content, information, opinions, and viewpoints contained in these educational materials and the information contained in the instructor’s presentation (collectively the “Course Materials”) are those of the authors, contributors and/or instructors of such materials. While Central Oregon Rental Owners Association (COROA) takes reasonable care to screen the credentials of the instructors, authors and contributors, COROA MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, as to the completeness or accuracy of the Course Materials. Persons who attend COROA classes and/or read the Course Materials (“Users”), use the Course Materials at their own risk, and COROA shall not be responsible for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the Course Materials, whether arising through negligence, oversight, or otherwise. Also, laws change and COROA has no duty to update the Course Materials. Reliance on the Course Materials is strictly at your own risk. The Course Materials are general in nature and not intended as legal advice. Even if specific fact situations are discussed in the Course Materials, and even if the instructor is an attorney, Users must retain their own legal counsel if they desire legal advice. COROA specifically disclaims any warranties, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Course Materials are provided “AS IS” and it is the User’s job to evaluate the accuracy of any information contained therein. If a User is a property management professional, you should rely on your professional judgment in evaluating any and all Course Materials, and confirm the information contained in the Course Materials with other sources and your own legal counsel before undertaking any actions based on it. If you are not a management professional, you should evaluate the information together with your professional advisors.

COROA reserves the right to refuse registration/admittance to non-members.

Landlord Cafe (Wednesday, September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

LANDLORD Cafe

Join fellow members for an open discussion on rental ownership. This is a space to connect with other landlords, discuss rental concerns, and share experiences and ideas on all aspects of managing rental properties. Your feedback on classes and input on future education topics are also welcome.

Purchase of a beverage is encouraged, but the purchase of a beverage or a meal is not required.

COROA reserves the right to refuse registration/admittance to non-members.

Lunch & Learn (Thursday, September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Lunch & Learn

It is a great informal time to come together with other property owners and managers and get your questions answered. This workshop is geared for EVERYONE, whether you are a new or well-seasoned landlord, there is something for you! Please come prepared with any questions that you might have!

Where: Boneyard Pub, 1955 NE Division St, Bend, OR 97701

When: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost: FREE to all COROA members, no registration is necessary - Lunch is a separate purchase

Please arrive early to order lunch - we get started right at noon!

COROA reserves the right to refuse registration/admittance to non-members.

Tenant Screening: Advertising, Showing & Screening Strategies for Success (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Tenant Screening: Advertising, Showing & Screening Strategies for Success

Finding a good tenant is only half the battle. Knowing how to screen applicants legally, consistently, and effectively is what protects your rental business.

Good screening won't eliminate every risk, but it can dramatically reduce the chances of ending up with a difficult tenancy. In this practical, Oregon-focused class, Tia Politi walks through the entire process—from writing the rental ad to making the final screening decision.

You'll learn how to:

Advertise your property without creating Fair Housing problems
Understand federal, Oregon, and local protected classes
Recognize discriminatory advertising, steering, disparate impact, and chilling-effect concerns
Understand when special Fair Housing exemptions may apply—and their limits
Establish objective rental criteria and put your screening policies in writing
Conduct property showings while avoiding inappropriate or discriminatory questions
Recognize legitimate red flags without relying on gut feelings or stereotypes
Screen income, credit, rental history, and criminal history appropriately
Handle applicants who don't have a Social Security number and understand alternative identity documentation
Understand Oregon's restrictions on what criminal history may be considered
Navigate screening fees and required applicant disclosures
Avoid common prescreening mistakes
Understand Eugene's special advertising and application-processing requirements
Document screening decisions so you can defend them if challenged
Keep your screening process consistent from applicant to applicant

We'll also discuss practical ways to verify rental references, control screening costs, identify questionable information, and develop a process that helps you find responsible renters while staying on the right side of Fair Housing and Oregon law.

Bottom line: Learn how to replace “I have a good feeling about this person” with a consistent, defensible screening process.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

**2 Continuing Ed Credits available for Professional Brokers & Property Managers

CE Credit is only available for the LIVE Webinar (not the recording) – CEs will be sent out within two weeks of the class date.

DEADLINE to Register is:

Sunday, October 18 by noon

INSTRUCTOR: Tia Politi**

$35 for members

$50 for non-members

*** $20 additional for CE Credits

Electronic Payments Only: Visa, Mastercard & Discover accepted

Must be paid in FULL prior to registration deadline – Unpaid registrations will be automatically canceled

The class link will be sent out the morning before class starts

*****

Note:
In each Session that you sign up for,

you also receive a RECORDED version of that

webinar class, within two-weeks of the class date,

so that you can review it for a limited time.

CEs will be sent out to eligible participants within two-weeks of the class date.

*****

Webinar Requirements:
High Speed Internet
Computer, Laptop,
Tablet or Smart Phone
with audio
Optional: keyboard to chat

**About Tia Politi

Rental Owner
B.S., Journalism, University of Oregon, 1987
Licensed property manager - 2009-2022 (private, public & assisted housing)
OREA Certified Continuing Education Provider
President, Oregon Rental Housing Association (ORHA) - 2021-2025
President, Rental Owners Association of Lane County 2015-2025
Board Member, Rental Owners Association of Lane County
Forms Chair, ORHA
Columnist, Mind Your Business
Landlord Helpline representative for Rental Owners Association of Lane County, Rental Owners Association of SW Oregon, Linn-Benton Rental Housing Association, Portland Area Rental Owners Association & Treasure Valley Rental Association.
Hundreds of hours of continuing education in property management in both private and public housing.
Volunteer instructor, St. Vincent de Paul's Second Chance Renters Program
2020 Housing Hero - St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County
Landlord/Tenant Instructor, Lane ROA and statewide
Author/Instructor, Landlord Bootcamp
Author/Instructor, Renting a Home, teaching high school seniors the rights, risks and responsibilities of tenancy

COROA reserves the right to refuse registration/admittance to non-members.

The Move-Out Process & Security Deposit Accounting (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The Move-Out Process & Security Deposit Accounting

The tenancy is ending. Now what?
The end of a tenancy is often where landlords face their biggest disputes—and their biggest potential liability. From getting legal possession of the property to completing the security deposit accounting, there are a lot of details to get right.

In this practical, Oregon-focused class, Tia Politi walks you through the move-out process from beginning to end, with a particular focus on ORS 90.300 and security deposit accounting.

You'll learn how to:

Properly handle a tenant's notice to vacate
Understand special move-out protections for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, bias crimes, and stalking
Provide useful move-out instructions that can reduce disputes
Determine when you have legally regained possession
Recognize and respond appropriately to abandonment
Deal with unlawful occupants after a tenant has left
Thoroughly document the condition of the property after move-out
Compare move-in and move-out documentation to establish damage
Handle abandoned personal property under ORS 90.425
Understand special rules when a sole tenant dies
Safely turn the unit for the next tenancy
Distinguish normal wear and tear from chargeable damage
Account for depreciation when replacing damaged items
Properly calculate and describe charges against the security deposit
Charge for labor, materials, estimates, and loss of use when permitted
Handle designated deposits such as pet, cleaning, carpet-cleaning, and last-month's-rent deposits
Meet Oregon's 31-day security deposit accounting deadline
Prepare a detailed and defensible deposit reconciliation
Understand the consequences of failing to properly account for or return deposit funds
Navigate lease-break fees and other common end-of-tenancy issues
Know when negotiation may be better than taking a dispute to court

We'll also look at practical documentation techniques, including photographs, videos, condition reports, receipts, vendor invoices, and other evidence that can make the difference when a former tenant challenges your charges.

Bottom line: Learn how to finish a tenancy correctly, document your work, charge only what you can lawfully charge, and reduce the likelihood of an expensive deposit dispute.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

**2 Continuing Ed Credits available for Professional Brokers & Property Managers

CE Credit is only available for the LIVE Webinar (not the recording) – CEs will be sent out within two weeks of the class date.

DEADLINE to Register is:

Sunday, November 8 by noon

INSTRUCTOR: Tia Politi**

$35 for members

$50 for non-members

*** $20 additional for CE Credits

Electronic Payments Only: Visa, Mastercard & Discover accepted

Must be paid in FULL prior to registration deadline – Unpaid registrations will be automatically canceled

The class link will be sent out the morning before class starts

*****

Note:
In each Session that you sign up for,

you also receive a RECORDED version of that

webinar class, within two-weeks of the class date,

so that you can review it for a limited time.

CEs will be sent out to eligible participants within two-weeks of the class date.

*****

Webinar Requirements:
High Speed Internet
Computer, Laptop,
Tablet or Smart Phone
with audio
Optional: keyboard to chat

**About Tia Politi

Rental Owner
B.S., Journalism, University of Oregon, 1987
Licensed property manager - 2009-2022 (private, public & assisted housing)
OREA Certified Continuing Education Provider
President, Oregon Rental Housing Association (ORHA) - 2021-2025
President, Rental Owners Association of Lane County 2015-2025
Board Member, Rental Owners Association of Lane County
Forms Chair, ORHA
Columnist, Mind Your Business
Landlord Helpline representative for Rental Owners Association of Lane County, Rental Owners Association of SW Oregon, Linn-Benton Rental Housing Association, Portland Area Rental Owners Association & Treasure Valley Rental Association.
Hundreds of hours of continuing education in property management in both private and public housing.
Volunteer instructor, St. Vincent de Paul's Second Chance Renters Program
2020 Housing Hero - St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County
Landlord/Tenant Instructor, Lane ROA and statewide
Author/Instructor, Landlord Bootcamp
Author/Instructor, Renting a Home, teaching high school seniors the rights, risks and responsibilities of tenancy

COROA reserves the right to refuse registration/admittance to non-members.