And, yeah, Happy Holidays!

It’s hard to know when you’re gossiping about Redfin if you refuse to mention us by name! And not to complain, but I feel obligated to say that your estimate of Redfin’s 2007 revenues is low by several million dollars.

To answer your question, I feel very lucky to work at Redfin. Though I had a career prior to Redfin, my work here is probably the best job I will ever have. I have no plans to leave, and no one who works at Redfin has any concerns about my commitment to the business.

I also enjoy writing, though I don’t think it qualifies me for any position in high technology for which I would be likely to apply. When published in technology or real estate forums, I emphasize my role at Redfin to increase Redfin’s exposure. Part of my job is to be a spokesperson for the company.

I have been candid about the possibility of Redfin’s failure not because we are failing but because it is always possible that we could, and because the constant boosterism of people like me would be otherwise irritating. If Redfin some day fails, it will be my fault, not yours or anyone else’s.

That said, Redfin has in 2007 performed better than we expected, and we continue to be very optimistic about our prospects. Our revenues have grown 500% year over year, our customers are very happy, our traffic is increasing every month. Wish us well!

And happy holidays to all the real estate folks who read this blog!

Nope, its the consumer’s fault. He just wasn’t smart enough to know how good he could have had it.

I could probably disintermediate the service department at the car dealer, too. I’m somewhat mechanical. I could diagnose the problem, order the parts online, hire a sufficient technician to install said parts, and save a bunch of money.

However, that need arises every 18-24 months. I have neither the time nor the inclination to do such a thing.

I guess I’m just not smart enough to know how good I have it.