1) Own (LA)
2) Sold personal residence in July 2005 for self-directed job move (tech company). RE cycle was a factor, but not primary.
3) Sold at the Peak. Sold personal residence in SD in July 2005 for 820K (purchased in 2000 for 280K + 150K improvements). Purchased first SD house in 1996. Feel lucky, not smart.
4) I wrongly thought we were near a bubble peak in 2003, based on previous cycle. Found Piggington this Spring 06.
5) No, still own a second house (rental) there.
6) Yes, Considered also selling rental.
7) N/A