As for housing, it is already slower two months ago in SFBA as people sense the peak already past and are cashing out with 20-25% more sellers.

Denver, despite being the strongest performer in price terms (2007 peak-Current price change of 79%) is though fairly valued at ~0% valuation.

I've heard that they are partnering with Zillow to get their inventory built into the search function.We'll see what happens when the market turns...word is is that they have enough cash on hand to weather a multi year downturn.From the recent data I've read, the market share of these companies has peaked and not grown for a while now.

I agree with Chris.Here is how it goes for meMe: Can you tell me about your property and why you need to sellSeller: blah blah blah my house is great blah blah i need to sell fast for a random reason.Me: What is your asking priceSeller: 55k If this sounds like a good priced home that I can wholesale I continue the convo, if not I save their info and call them again when they become more motivated to sell.Me: Is the home listed with a realtor Seller : no its not (if yes then bye bye from me, save info and call if listing expires)Me: ok great, when would be a good time for me to come view the homeAfter driving to the home & building rapport with the homeowners.Me: Whats the lowest you would accept as a cash offer that can close in 2 weeks.... then I negotiate a price with the homeowner.Seller: Well I only owe 50k on the mortgage so I would take 50k cashMe: Ok that sounds great, i will not be purchasing the home myself but what I can do to help you out is put this property under contract so i have equitable interest in your home.

It will save the selling costs.Short term there have been many peaks and valleys to San Diego RE prices. 

Likely you will achieve a higher occupancy and nightly rate during the summer peak season.

The green line is the 2006/2007 peak price in non-adjusted $/SF.

At (214) xxx-xxxx bye.".

Bye bye"

Then to get to the next peak you walk down a valley some to the next landing which is higher than where you started originally but not as high as the first peak you reached.