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Perspective on Banking and Housing from David Ellison – President of FBR Fund Advisors, Inc.

Amidst the negative news in banking and real estate, Mr. David Ellison appeared on the MarketWrap with  Moe Ansari radio program January 13, 2011 with an overall positive outlook on banking and real estate.  The interview starts 22 minutes into the program and lasts for about 12 minutes.   Many arguments can be made for and against this thesis and there are undoubtedly visible and unforeseen risks in this outlook.  Listen and decide for yourself.

Estate Taxes: The next Two Years

Kiplinger clarifies the estate tax in this article and warns not to make long-term plans, because these rules expire in 2012!

Positive News for Arizona Real Estate: Arizona No. 5 for relocations in 2010

The Phoenix Business Journal brings to light the Allied Van Lines 43rd Annual Magnet States report that Arizona is number five for relocation, with a net positive 370 moves from January through November in 2010.  While this is a small number when compared to the number of properties for sale; it is positive – in that people moving here need housing, be they owners or renters.   See the full article here.

IS HOUSING DUE TO REVERT TO THE MEAN PRICE?

While there are many factors that can affect real estate prices, some believe we still have more downside.  In the following article, Cullen Roche provides rational reasoning for this perspective.

http://pragcap.com/is-housing-due-to-revert-to-the-mean-price