Real Estate

More challenges in the housing and mortgage markets.
Disciplined investors don't make decisions based on 'what if' scenarios.
Many stocks in the sector remind of the 1999 Nasdaq bubble.
The surprise housing data has sparked a rally and shifted focus away from earnings.
This uptick should feed on itself and become self-perpetuating.

The REIT Stuff Real Money Pro($)

There's noticeable weakness in real estate investment trust stocks, including VNQ and DCT.
The REIT may be ready for a quick ride up to $70.

Luster off the Housing Trade Real Money Pro($)

The LL chart looks at risk for a big move lower.
OC brings a really ill-timed, dour update for the housing recovery thesis.
Two more sectors that long-term investors should stay away from right now.

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