Also as we moved up to larger properties where value was determined by the income of the property versus appraised values  we found that to be more stimulating.

I think the best method that works is a little of both visual and mental stimulation.

I was just in Tokyo this past winter and can confidently say you might enjoy the break from the crowds and stimulations of Tokyo for SF.

Get something more visually stimulating, like a one-piece with a double flush European button on top or a sleek Japanese design like a Toto Aquia.3.

I told them in my ad I would be sending my buyers list the auction forclosures every month so I hope that stimulates some to make the call.

Hopefully, I've stimulated thoughts of some other possibilities.Kelvin

I can always buy REIT shares in my 401K, but looking for something with a bit intellectual stimulation to it

Systematically, this would significantly lower mortgage payments, increasing household cash flow, thus directly stimulating the economy through more consumer buying power.Increasing real buying power as opposed to the borrowing power that some economic strategist call “tackling the credit freezeâ€, is a better long-term approach to maintaining a productive economy.After acknowledging that the major investment banks who masked these mortgage-backed securities for so many years have either failed or converted to more regulated entities, the inappropriately inflated investor confidence is the only other major intangible deficiency plaguing the current financial crisis.

(assume quality of work is the same) My response has always been "put your best foot forward - if you want to play the game of undercutting another estimate, I'll also give the other contractor a shot at undercutting yours.Small contracting jobs under $15k often stimulate fierce competition.

I think they are cutting rates to stimulate the borrowing to fuel the economy further (keeping campaign promises--more jobs, more personal spendable income, etc...) vs. to keep it from sliding backwards.