The falling fortunes of manufactured housing appear closely tied to the rising fortunes of traditionally built homes and to mortgage rates.

WSJ: Tide Changes for Manufactured Housing

Those feelings of discontent also are tied into a public backlash against the rising presence of foreigners in Singapore.

WSJ: Singapore Fee Stings Wealthy House Buyers��Except Americans

And while some tried to make a buck at it, the main thing that tied all of them was a belief that a rising tide lifts all boats and that working together would make not only the internet greater but also ensure their own fortune would improve.

FORBES: An Internet Carol

The implied return on investment in real estate is tied to an expectation of ever-rising prices, not to income from property.

FORBES: Sentiment Versus Sensible

Stocks in sectors most closely tied to the strength of the economy, which lagged for most of this year, have benefitted from rising optimism over the past month.

WSJ: U.S. Stocks Drive Higher