If I had a tenant in Portland, OR but he now lives in WA state, can I take him to small claims court in OR?

You are free to sue him in either in the County where the rental was or in the County where he currently resides, your choice. Do understand that...

Can I issue a notice of lease termination since the security deposit has not been paid.

When you say no more payments toward lease have been made, do you mean towards the security deposit? Or are they late/behind on their rent...

Is my landlord liable for not disclosing large amounts of fraying Asbestos in the house?

If your interest is in forcing the landlord to remedy the situation, I would try calling DEQ and/or the Portland City Building Department; possibly...

What happens if you have been trespassed from an apartment complex but you have family living there. Can you visit?

You need to carefully review the terms of your trespass order. You also could simply ask the local police/sheriff if they will still enforce the...

I have a rental in Lincoln City. I want to sell and gave notice.

Yes, you would be wise to consult a local landlord-tenant attorney. First, if they have been there more than a year - even if only a day more than...

What potential consequences might exist for this common type of property management and lease / mortgage fraud?

It is not at all clear what you are talking about but I strongly doubt this is "very common". Nor is it immediately apparent to me what you are...

You have the right to consult a local landlord-tenant attorney - and you should immediately. Normally, if a dwelling is sold, it just changes who...

I'm the landlord for a property in a complicated situation and need help

Actually the situation appears to not be very complicated after all. IF the tenant has been served a Writ of Garnishment by the State, then they...

Am I required to provide a new 60 days notice to vacate to a month-to-month tenant?

Several apparent confusions here. If you are trying to terminate a tenancy for cause, then yes, a 14/30 day notice is required. But the required...

What legal actions as a tenant can I take against my landlord

This is far too complicated of a scenario, with far too many exact details missing, for anyone to give you meaningful advice beyond that you need...