This is your open thread for Wednesday, January 31, 2007. Please post random links and off-topic discussions here.
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.
Notes From the Trenches
Last Wednesday there was some great conversation about what people are experiencing as they are out there right now trying to find a home. I think it’s worth re-posting these comments on the front page, since they give a good feel for what the housing market is really like right now that you can’t get…
01.30.2007 – Tuesday Open Thread
This is your open thread for Tuesday, January 30, 2007. Please post random links and off-topic discussions here.
Seattle’s PMI Risk Index Continues Climb
The latest PMI report (pdf) is out, and much to no one’s surprise, Seattle’s risk index has increased yet again. Click to enlarge Jumping 14 points from the fall to a total of 167, Seattle now boasts a PMI that is 2.6 times its Summer 2005 low of 64. Although Seattle’s Risk Index is still…
01.29.2007 – Monday Open Thread
This is your open thread for Monday, January 29, 2007. Please post random links and off-topic discussions here.