Author Archives: Ryan Long
Corvallis Housing Market in 2025: Progress in Rentals and Continued Need for Affordable Homes for Sale
Over the past couple years, we have been closely watching and writing about the housing supply trends in Corvallis, and the latest data confirms that we are seeing real progress in some areas. After years of very little new construction, a big increased number of new dwelling units opened in 2025, especially in affordable rental... Read More
Ryan’s Investor Corner: Winning 2026 Starts Before the Next Deal
At our WVREI meeting in November, we did something simple: we went around the room and shared our favorite real estate investing books. What surprised me wasn’t which titles came up-it was why people love them. Most of the recommendations weren’t tactical “how-to” books about writing offers or analyzing cap rates. They were books about focus, habits, priorities, emotional discipline,... Read More
Ryan’s Investor Corner – July 2025
What the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Oregon Real Estate Investors (and What to Do About It) If you’ve talked to a CPA lately-or even just opened a finance newsletter-you’ve probably heard the buzz around the new “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA). Signed into law on July 4, this sweeping federal tax bill... Read More
Turn Your Home into A Tax-Free, Money-Maker!
Heading out of town this summer? Why let your home sit empty when it could be earning you extra cash? Short-term and medium-term (1-3 months) rentals are more popular than ever, and with platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com, turning your home into a vacation stay is easier than you might think. Check out what homes... Read More