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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.

Snow Day Open Thread

Posted on December 18, 2008December 23, 2008 by The Tim

Here’s an open thread to talk about whatever tickles your fancy. Be safe out there, and if you don’t know how to drive in the snow, just stay home.

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HOPE for a Whopping 312 Homeowners

Posted on December 17, 2008December 18, 2008 by The Tim

I thought this was somewhat interesting. You may recall the “Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008,” about which we held a poll back in July. One of the primary aspects of the Foreclosure Prevention Act is the HOPE (Home Ownership Preservation Entity) for Homeowners program, which was intended to: …insure up to $300 billion for 30…

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Homes in San Diego 16% Cheaper than in King

Posted on December 16, 2008 by The Tim

Just for kicks, let’s do an almost end-of-year check on the San Diego County / King County overall median price comparison. If you recall, back in March San Diego County’s median was at $415,000, while King County’s was at $395,000. Our March “forecast” called for San Diego to fall to $366,771 by the end of…

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Weekend News Roundup – Rents Flattening, Development Halting

Posted on December 15, 2008December 15, 2008 by The Tim

I was out of town all weekend in SF (driving back yesterday was not particularly fun, I assure you). Here’s a roundup of some of the local and notable national real estate stories that were waiting for me in my inbox upon my return this afternoon: First up, a blog post by P-I real estate…

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Poll: 4.5% Interest Rates for New Purchases:

Posted on December 14, 2008December 21, 2008 by The Tim

Please vote in this poll using the sidebar. This poll will be active and displayed on the sidebar through 12.20.2008.

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