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Don't get caught off guard by market crashes that can take all your money down with them. And don't miss out on markets where you can build wealth practically overnight. Real Estate News for Investors with Kathy Fettke is the premiere source for savvy real estate investors who want to stay up-to-date on new laws, regulations, and economic events that affect real estate. Topics include: market trends, economic analysis that affects housing prices, updates on the best rental markets for investing in single-family rentals or multi-unit rentals, turn-key housing standards, the fate of the highly revered 1031 exchange and other tax law affecting investors, self-directed IRA investing and 401k changes, where rents and property values are rising or falling, flipping risks, new Dodd-Frank rules regarding private lending and financing standards, areas with job losses vs job growth, areas that are overbuilt or over-supplied versus areas with low supply and high demand, and how to avoid real esta...
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Why are Americans waiting longer than ever to buy their first home? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down new reporting from HousingWire on how rising student loan balances, credit card debt, and higher living costs are delaying homeownership for Millennials and Gen Z. With the median first-time buyer now at a record age of 40, debt pressures are reshaping when — and how — younger Americans enter the housing market. We look at the latest data on student debt, credit stress, and financial counseling trends, and what these shifts mean for housing demand, affordability, and the future pipeline of buyers. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/the-debt-crisis-among-younger-americans-how-it-is-shaping-homeownership-and-what-lenders-can-do/
High-income job losses are beginning to cool housing demand across the U.S. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new labor market analysis from John Burns Research and Consulting, showing declines in tech, professional services, and finance jobs — the sectors that typically drive homebuying demand. We look at what's happening in key markets like Charlotte, Austin, Denver, and the Bay Area, and why the type of jobs being added matters as much as overall job growth for housing demand heading into 2026. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://jbrec.com/insights/job-growth-housing-demand-metro-analysis-2026/?utm_campaign=BMI&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_WY5fbtpYHkIXKEUroJ1PkLDoej6qNyOpQB__jxCgvT-vzGJOD1Yi0lSSQnj1InWDHPDRQeyE9L0LpkslhPkbV5dA5gbPyybj__JyY7Q_avsvIIUs&_hsmi=395022546&utm_content=395022546&utm_source=hs_email
One of America's largest homebuilders says its average home price is down more than 20 percent from the peak of the pandemic housing boom. But a closer look shows much of that decline is being driven by incentives, not deep price cuts. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new data from ResiClub on Lennar's pricing strategy, including how mortgage-rate buydowns and buyer credits are reshaping what homes actually cost. We also look at what rising incentives mean for builder margins, buyer demand, and the broader housing market as affordability pressures persist. This report explains why headline price declines can be misleading—and what investors should really be watching as the market searches for balance. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.fastcompany.com/91464802/housing-market-home-prices-homebuilding-lennar-average-price-is-down-from-pandemic-boom-peak
Where is buyer demand showing up in 2025? According to a new report from Zillow, the hottest housing markets this year aren't the usual coastal or Sun Belt favorites — they're affordable Midwestern cities. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down Zillow's list of the most popular housing markets of 2025, led by Rockford, Illinois. We look at why buyers are flocking to lower-priced markets with strong job access, fast-moving inventory, and growing out-of-state interest. You'll also hear which cities are topping Zillow's rankings across categories — from large metros and small towns to vacation destinations, college towns, and retirement markets — and what these shifts signal for real estate investors. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.zillow.com/research/most-popular-markets-2025-35859/
Producer Kailyn Bennett reports on the latest National Association of REALTORS® data showing existing-home sales rose 0.5% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million. While sales increased for the third straight month, inventory tightened to 4.2 months of supply, and the national median home price rose 1.2% year over year. The report also shows mixed regional trends, stronger single-family home sales compared to condos, and a growing share of investor and second-home buyers, as mortgage rates declined in November. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/nar-existing-home-sales-report-shows-0-5-increase-in-november
In this episode, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down a new bipartisan housing bill that has advanced out of the House Financial Services Committee as lawmakers look for solutions to the housing affordability crisis. We cover what's included in the Housing for the 21st Century Act, how it aims to streamline zoning and permitting, and why expanding housing supply remains central to improving affordability. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/house-financial-committee-housing-century-act/
Single-family rental investors are heading into 2026 with a more disciplined, selective mindset, according to new survey data. While investor confidence remains intact, the era of "growth at all costs" appears to be over. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Q4 2025 LendingOne/ResiClub Single-Family Rental Investor Survey, including what it reveals about buying and selling plans, portfolio rebalancing, rising insurance costs, rent expectations, and shifting views on mortgage rates. The data points to a market driven less by speculation and more by fundamentals, cost control, and long-term strategy as investors position themselves for 2026. We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCES: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/full-results-to-the-lendingone-resiclub-sfr-investor-survey-q4-2025
Zillow shares dropped sharply after reports revealed that Google is testing real estate listings directly inside its search results. The news sparked investor concern about long-term competition and platform risk, sending Zillow's stock down more than 9% in a single session. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down what Google's real estate listings test includes, why the market reacted so strongly, and what analysts from Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and Oppenheimer are saying about the potential impact on Zillow's business model. While experts say the threat is more long-term than immediate, Google's move highlights how shifts in search and lead generation could reshape the real estate tech landscape over time. We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCES: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/15/zillow-shares-are-getting-crushed-heres-why.html
A delayed inflation report shows consumer prices rose 2.7% over the past year, coming in below economist expectations. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, increased 2.6% year over year. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down why this CPI report looks different than usual, following a government shutdown that disrupted October data collection. Some figures reflect a two-month window, rather than standard month-to-month changes, adding important context for investors. We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCES: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/markets-add-asterisk-to-november-inflation-surprise/?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/18/cpi-inflation-report-november-2025.html
New federal jobs data confirms the U.S. labor market softened in October and November. After weeks of delays caused by the government shutdown, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports job losses in October, modest hiring in November, and an unemployment rate rising to 4.6% — the highest level since 2021. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving the slowdown, including sharp cuts in federal employment, slower wage growth, and mixed signals from consumer spending. We also look at which sectors are still adding jobs — like health care and construction — and where losses are mounting, including transportation and leisure and hospitality. Finally, Kathy explains why this cooling labor market matters for real estate investors as we head toward 2026, and what to watch next with inflation data and Federal Reserve policy. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCES: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/jobs-report-november-october-payrolls-rcna249325 https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12/16/business/jobs-report-economy
What will shape the housing market in 2026? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down fresh insights from John Burns and his team of housing analysts on where rates, demand, construction costs, and rental markets are headed. Learn why demographic shifts are redefining who's buying, why long-term rates may stay higher for longer, and where builders and investors are finding the best opportunities in a market full of crosscurrents. If you want to understand the forces driving real estate in 2026—and how to position yourself—this episode delivers the key takeaways you need. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://jbrec.com/insights/housing-market-strategy-2026-executive-insights/?utm_campaign=BMI&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--P4yI2OFWIg9RdmXYuyQGfoz_lJk_YXqxa7xUGDdSIj3M297ymgBcrEx-hDMC5s22mrCoduebOcUvdHWRPusQT3n6vLLuZnbKBBt2oPA9y8fYBdqQ&_hsmi=390969412&utm_content=390969412&utm_source=hs_email
The Fed's December rate cut brings the policy rate down to 3.5%–3.75%, but what does it really mean for real estate investors? Kathy breaks down why mortgage rates don't move directly with Fed decisions, how the shift toward "neutral" policy shapes the 2026 outlook, and why affordability and home sales may improve as rates stabilize. A quick, clear look at what investors should watch next. 🏡 Want to come to RealWealth's Live Event? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/research/federal-reserve-december-2025-meeting/ https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12/10/business/federal-reserve-interest-rates
Housing demand is finishing 2025 on a high note. Mortgage purchase applications have climbed to their strongest level in nearly three years, thanks to 18 straight weeks of improved mortgage spreads keeping rates near 6%. In today's episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving this surge in buyer activity, how inventory and pricing trends are shifting, and what the latest data signals for the housing market as we head into 2026. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-spreads-boost-demand/
Redfin has released its 2026 housing forecast, calling it the start of "The Great Housing Reset." In this episode, Kathy breaks down what to expect next year—from easing mortgage rates to slower price growth, rising rents, and why affordability may finally begin to improve. Learn how these shifts could affect buyers, sellers, and investors in the year ahead. If you want to hear Redfin's Chief Economist talk about this report visit www.Realwealthshow.com or on you favorite podcast app on December 9, 2025 to learn more. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://www.redfin.com/news/housing-market-predictions-2026/
The latest Case-Shiller data is out—and the headlines don't tell the whole story. Nominal home prices are edging back toward record highs, but once you adjust for inflation, the picture shifts dramatically. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the September Case-Shiller numbers, explains why real home prices have declined for nine straight months, and looks at how today's values compare to the mid-2000s housing bubble in inflation-adjusted terms. You'll learn why "real" prices matter far more than nominal ones, how rising inflation reshapes long-term returns, and what investors should watch as inventory grows and 2025 approaches. This is the essential breakdown for anyone tracking housing trends, affordability, and long-term price cycles. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: CalculatedRisk Newsletter
Construction starts jumped 21% in October — but not because of housing. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the surge in billion-dollar megaprojects driving the growth, from data centers and manufacturing plants to massive LNG and infrastructure builds. While commercial and nonbuilding projects climbed sharply, multifamily construction plunged nearly 39%. Kathy explains what's behind the divergence, how rising inventory and shifting demand are reshaping the landscape, and what real estate investors should watch as these projects ripple through local housing markets. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/construction-development/october-construction-starts-jump-21-as-megaprojects-break-ground-132027?utm_source=outbound_pub_75&utm_campaign=outbound_issue_90859&utm_content=outbound_link_8&utm_medium=email
Mortgage prepayments just hit a 3.5-year high as softening rates spark a new wave of refinances. At the same time, ICE reports rising foreclosure activity—driven largely by FHA and VA loans. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest ICE First Look report, including falling delinquency rates, shifting borrower behavior, and what these trends mean for real estate investors heading into 2026. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/resources/data-reports?tagIdGroups=&requiredTagIds=161812%2C161815&activeOnly=false
September's economic data is finally out—despite government shutdown delays—and it offers a mixed but important look at inflation, spending, and what's coming next for interest rates. In this episode, Kathy breaks down the latest Producer Price Index showing cooling core wholesale inflation, rising energy costs, and how retail sales held up in September. She also explains what the delayed CPI and PPI reports mean for market volatility, Fed decisions, and real estate investors heading into year-end. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/core-wholesale-prices-rose-less-than-expected-in-september-retail-sales-gain.html
America's rural and tertiary markets are experiencing a surprising surge in economic activity—and investors are taking notice. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down Northmarq's latest report on the "rural renaissance," revealing how reshoring, industrial expansion, and rapid job growth are creating new commercial and residential real estate opportunities in overlooked parts of the country. Learn which nine markets are showing strong potential, why supply is struggling to keep up with demand, and the risks investors should consider before jumping in. Want to learn more about investment opportunities in these markets? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Columbus JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://www.connectmoney.com/stories/unlocking-americas-under-the-radar-cre-growth-markets/?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_cOd13g2QkRx484h-kqMLgEEuE49rRmnPOL6sPZGqrxfI_PRMiEcKe9ooipx-zmy2s7sS21rZiz0DSxtB0kZLoE0LFfNZMptvhO0pvMtiVORzkYXM&_hsmi=390758542&utm_campaign=Connect%20Money%20Capital%20Raise&utm_content=390758542&utm_medium=email&utm_source=hs_email
A surge in AI stocks has fueled big market gains—but also big volatility. If the tech boom cools, what happens to home prices? In this episode, Kathy Fettke break down how a potential AI correction could (or likely won't) affect housing, why today's homeowners are far better protected than in 2008, and what actually drives home values during stock market swings. JOIN RealWealth® FOR FREE https://realwealth.com/join-step-1 FOLLOW OUR PODCASTS Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast https://link.chtbl.com/RWS SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/advice/finance/ai-bubble-housing-market-home-prices/
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