List of markets currently under review for a potential reclassification as part of the 2017 Annual Market Classification Review: - China A-shares (from Standalone to Emerging Markets) - more info. - Argentina (from Frontier Markets to Emerging Markets) - more info.
It does seem counter-intuitive for a landlord to request that a long term rent-controlled tenant continue to sign a new lease, but counter-intuitive for landlords can be beneficial for tenants. You are protected from nasty rent increases, OMI notices or Ellis notices that become effective before the end of your lease.
Respond promptly to tenant requests for essential maintenance. Have all your tenants sign a lease agreement drafted by an Oregon attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant law, that disclaims your responsibility to the maximum amount allowed by law but that doesn't try to exceed what the law allows.