Big hat tip to SeattleJo, a reader who pointed out to me that last week our local PBS affiliate KBTC aired an interesting episode of their “Northwest Now” program, focused on local real estate. The whole thing is worth a watch, but the real fun starts at the 5:38 mark, when host Tom Layson has…
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June Reporting Roundup: Double Financial Impact Edition
It’s time once again for the monthly reporting roundup, where you can read my wry commentary about the news instead of subjecting yourself to boring rehashes of the NWMLS press release (or in addition to, if that’s what floats your boat). To kick things off, here’s an excerpt from the NWMLS press release: Sales volume,…
May Reporting Roundup: Double Quick Action Market
It’s time once again for the monthly reporting roundup, where you can read my wry commentary about the news instead of subjecting yourself to boring rehashes of the NWMLS press release (or in addition to, if that’s what floats your boat). To kick things off, here’s an excerpt from the NWMLS press release: Tight inventory,…
April Reporting Roundup: Tempered Optimism Edition
Sorry about the delay, waking up late then my speaking engagement this morning at the senior center followed by driving down to Vancouver took up more of my time than expected. On with the roundup! It’s time once again for the monthly reporting roundup, where you can read my wry commentary about the news instead…
Top Floor Unit at 1521 Sells for 27% Off 2009 Price
The crazy-luxury condo building at 1521 2nd Avenue—where the starting price is $1 million—is described on their website as follows: It is the West Coast’s most successful condominium high-rise community with established market values. In light of the “established market values” comment, I find it interesting to note (hat tip to WestSideBilly) that Unit 3802,…