The financial crisis and economic recession have placed severe strains on state and municipal budgets, with a double whammy of declining tax revenues and increased demands on “safety net” services. Should municipal bond investors be concerned about defaults or liquidity risks? In particular (for our clients who are Maine residents), what are the impacts and risks in the local municipal market? Finally, have these concerns created a buying opportunity for taxable investors?

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