Yes. I don't think it would be appropriate at this point to raise taxes on anyone, certainly not in 2011.

We need to get rid of the debt ceiling law. It's anachronistic and it's a problem.

There is a banking adage that if it's growing like a weed, it's a good chance that it's a weed.

An overheating economy, characterized by accelerating inflation and rising interest rates, is another precondition for recession. This doesn't describe today's economy.

A home is still the biggest asset that most Americans own.

Investor demand for distressed property has been healthy, as rents rise to levels that can cover investors' costs while they wait for properties to appreciate. Giving investors a small tax break should further juice up demand, supporting prices for distressed homes and the market in general.

The extension and expansion of the payroll tax holidays for workers would be number one on my list and key to avoiding recession.