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Author: The Tim
Tim Ellis is the founder of Seattle Bubble. His background in engineering and computer / internet technology, a fondness of data-based analysis of problems, and an addiction to spreadsheets all influence his perspective on the Seattle-area real estate market. Tim also hosts the weekly improv comedy sci-fi podcast Dispatches from the Multiverse.
Reader Question: Recommended Reading for Landlords?
I received the following question via email from a reader who wants to learn the ins and outs of rental properties. I am considering purchasing a few rental properties to generate income. I’m trying to weed through all of the books about buying and managing successful rental properties. Can you recommend one (or more?) for…
Consumer Confidence Slowly Climbing Out of the Gutter
It’s been a few months since we visited the subject of consumer confidence, so let’s update our interactive chart again. You can drag the time sliders below the chart to view data going all the way back to 1998. Powered by Tableau At 51.4, the Present Situation Index has gained 154% from its December 2009…
Monday Open Thread (2012-05-14)
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Poll: A year from now, Seatle’s Case-Shiller Index will be ___ than it is right now.
This poll was active 05.13.2012 through 05.19.2012