A reader posting under the name Sara shared her home buying story last week in the comments, and it was just too good not to re-post here on the front page. In 2007 I was 28 and decided It was about time to buy my first home. My partner was game and everyone was buzzing…
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.
Real Actual Listing Photos: Bank-Owned Edition
Speaking of poorly-marketed bank-owned listings… It’s time for another installment of Real Actual Listing Photos. Once a month (or so) I round up some of the most bizarre listing photos from around the Seattle area and post them here, with brief excerpts from the real actual listing description, and probably a bit of snarky commentary….
Monday Open Thread (2010-07-19)
Here is your open thread for Monday July 19th, 2010. 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 the user-driven…
Poll: Where will the DJIA be at the end of 2010?
This poll was active 07.18.2010 through 07.24.2010.
Weekly Twitter Digest (Link Roundup) for 2010-07-17
Even insanely low interest rates can't magically create buyers that aren't there. Go figure. http://is.gd/dniJg # Mercer Island mansion, listed in '04 for $40 mil, finally sells… for $12 mil. http://is.gd/dnjuW # Links to the Mercer Isl. mansion on Redfin http://is.gd/dnjw3 KC Records http://is.gd/dnjBb & Zillow http://is.gd/dnjwK # Not sure who argues that King Co….