WOW Oregons new landlord tenant laws are ridiculous.

[Hawk J]

Originally Posted by peaceloveandjulie

You know, I haven't rented in 20 years, since I bought my first home when I was in my late 20s. In my 30s, I was stricken with Systemic Lupus, struggled mightily to keep working until it finally became impossible in my 40s. I was declared disabled by both Social Security and the teacher retirement system but I've fought against labels, stereotypes, and being "overly accommodated." Having my own home, with nothing owed on a mortgage, helps immensely.

But in moving to Oregon and building a smaller, more accessible home there in a Lupus-friendly environment for myself and my little dogs, I thought I might have to rent an apartment for 6 months (less, if possible) while my little home is completed. I knew I'd have to pay a pet deposit and it would be more difficult to find a suitable rental that was both accommodating for me and OK with my dogs. I'd likely have to pay a premium, and I was prepared to do that.

But, honestly? In reading some of these threads and posts from landlords, NO WAY will I rent. Uh-uh. I wasn't looking forward to it, anyway, as I regarded renting as a step backward (albeit temporarily) and money thrown away. I'm NOT willing, though, to be seen and likely treated as a lesser being and potential scam artist because I'm disabled and apparently part of a "protected group" when it comes to housing. I'm honest, fair-minded, as independent as I can be under the circumstances, and don't "use" my illness to gain advantage. Hellz, I don't even use my handicap placard in my car unless I am having a really bad day, mobility- and pain-wise.

Nope, I'm going to buy a used RV, plunk it on my land, and live in that while my place is being built. And it can serve as overflow guest quarters for family and friends who come to visit me when I'm done with it. Or I can sell it. But my 2 little dogs and I won't be wading into the potential landlord cesspool of really crappy attitudes toward potential tenants. I have better things to do with my energy than deal with suspicion, accusation, and latent aggression simply because I'm disabled and, therefore, "protected." I can protect myself just fine, thank you, by not renting at all!

Sometimes on Craigslist, you can find a used truck camper which has been loved & cared for, at a fair price. After your home has been built, you can sell it if you wish, or keep it for fishing & camping trips.

1995 Bigfoot 11.5' Camper

[peaceloveandjulie]

Originally Posted by Hawk J

Sometimes on Craigslist, you can find a used truck camper which has been loved & cared for, at a fair price. After your home has been built, you can sell it if you wish, or keep it for fishing & camping trips.

1995 Bigfoot 11.5' Camper

Good find, Hawk J! Craig's List has some used RVs in great condition at very reasonable prices!