I am researching data for several types of homes for upcoming listings.  I have never seen so few homes for sale in my almost 30 years of selling homes in Ventura County.  I specifically wish that more sellers with equity would take advantage of this fact and if their lifestyle permits it (move-up or move-down), put their home on the market and make a move.  This would add inventory and probably improve their lifestyle (lower interest rate, lower price, a home more appropriate for their current situation).  There are plenty of buyers out there who would like to buy a home from a "regular" seller and not have to go through the short sale or REO sale.  It would also be a great stimulus for the industries involved with families buying and/or selling a home.  Let's get the word out and see who needs our help to improve their life!