Here’s a little montage of commercials from the National Association of REALTORs® over the last few years. My favorite is the one with the family literally sitting on a fence. The last one isn’t technically a “flashback” since it’s currently airing, but the message that anyone who doesn’t buy a house must hate America and…
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.
Weekend Open Thread (2011-08-12)
Here is your open thread for the weekend beginning Friday August 12th, 2011. You may post random links and off-topic discussions here. Also, if you have an idea or a topic you’d like to see covered in an article, please make it known. Be sure to also check out the forums, and get your word…
Foreclosures: Still Falling, Unclear Why
It’s time once again to expand on our preview of foreclosure activity with a more detailed look at July’s stats in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties. First up, the Notice of Trustee Sale summary: July 2011 King: 731 NTS, down 48% YOY Snohomish: 407 NTS, down 41% YOY Pierce: 423 NTS, down 52% YOY Foreclosure…
Reader Question: Researching Basement Flood Issues
I received this question from a reader via email: I’ve got a big down payment saved up, still renting, and haven’t found a place to buy yet. When I do, I’m interested in a basement that I can turn into a studio. The reason I want a basement is that I have over $100k of…
Mid-Week Open Thread (2011-08-10)
Here is your open thread for the mid-week on August 10th, 2011. You may post random links and off-topic discussions here. Also, if you have an idea or a topic you’d like to see covered in an article, please make it known. Be sure to also check out the forums, and get your word in…