Though national in scope, this article provides good insight into current price trends, seasonality of sales, etc. Here in Seattle, it typically benefits a seller to have their home sold (under contract) by Thanksgiving. http://www.kcmblog.com/2012/09/10/lets-not-get-carried-away-with-home-price-increases/

This is not tax advice! But, it is meant to cause you to think a bit about debt. Recently, I’ve been thinking about how the super fortunate among us are able to both “use” the bank and “be” the bank. Those of us who aren’t in that position need to determine how to best “use” […]

Good one on price improvement nationally and in Seattle; based on the Case-Shiller Index. Their "Seattle" analysis is remarkable because it as actually a 3 county (King, Pierce, Snohomish) number. Most of us saw the "Seattle proper" market improving long before the Case-Shiller index indicating the change. https://www.djc.com/news/re/12044437.html

PSBJ's list of top WA state tourist attractions. Takeaway: 2 are remote; outdoor lovers only. 2 are decidely urban; no density, no visit. Taken together, a great represenation of the promise of WA state. http://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2012/08/28/the-list-top-5-busiest-tourist.html