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Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast

Kathy Fettke / RealWealth

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

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04:14

Inflation Held Steady in December as Lower Gas Prices...

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2026/01/14

Inflation ended the year largely unchanged, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data, with lower gasoline prices helping to offset higher food and housing costs. Consumer prices were up 2.7 percent from a year earlier, while core inflation held at 2.6 percent. According to reporting from The New York Times, falling used car prices and cooling apartment rents continued to ease inflation pressures, even as grocery prices posted their fastest monthly increase since 2022 and airline fares

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05:56

Next Fed Chair in 2026: What Investors Need to Know...

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2026/01/12

As markets head into 2026, investors are closely watching a potential leadership change at the Federal Reserve. With Chair Jerome Powell's term ending in May, expectations around interest rates, bond yields, and credit conditions are already shifting. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down how the next Fed Chair is selected, why markets are reacting months ahead of any decision, and what matters most for investors. We look at rate-cut expectations for 2026, the role of SOFR in floating-rate

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03:57

Trump Orders $200B Mortgage Bond Purchases as Rates...

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2026/01/10

Mortgage rates slipped below a key psychological threshold after President Trump ordered $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities purchases through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the announcement means for mortgage rates, housing demand, and real estate-related stocks. We cover how markets reacted, why rates falling into the 5% range matters for buyers and investors, and what analysts say could happen next if mortgage

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06:13

Would a Trump Ban on Institutional Buyers Actually...

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2026/01/09

A major political headline sent shockwaves through housing markets this week after President Donald Trump said he plans to ban large institutional investors from buying additional single-family homes. The proposal, framed as a move to restore housing affordability, immediately hit single-family rental stocks — but would it actually help buyers? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, host Kathy Fettke breaks down how markets reacted, what the data really shows about investor activity, and

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05:08

New Survey Finds 6.45 Million Inadequate U.S. Homes:...

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2026/01/08

New data from the American Housing Survey reveals that 6.45 million U.S. homes failed to meet basic living standards in 2023 — including 1.65 million classified as severely inadequate. These homes lack essential features such as reliable heating, safe electrical systems, running water, or have major structural problems. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the survey tells us about the quality of America's housing stock, where inadequate homes are most

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04:24

Why Debt Is Delaying Homeownership for Millennials...

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2026/01/05

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

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03:39

High-Income Job Losses Cool Housing Demand in Key...

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2026/01/02

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

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04:11

Lennar Reports 21% Drop in Average Home Prices Since...

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2025/12/31

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

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05:20

Zillow's Most Popular Housing Markets of 2025

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2025/12/29

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

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03:38

NAR Existing-Home Sales Rise 0.5% in November

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2025/12/26

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

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03:37

New Bipartisan Housing Bill Advances in Congress Amid...

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2025/12/24

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

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04:05

Single-Family Rental Investors Shift to Discipline...

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2025/12/22

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

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03:39

Zillow Stock Slides as Google Tests Real Estate...

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2025/12/19

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

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02:51

November Consumer Prices Rose 2.7%, Below Expectations

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2025/12/18

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

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04:06

Jobs Report Shows Labor Market Weakening as...

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2025/12/17

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

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04:30

2026 Housing Market Outlook: Rates, Demand & Key Shifts

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2025/12/15

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

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03:58

What the December Fed Rate Cut Means for Real Estate...

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2025/12/12

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

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03:40

Housing Demand Hits 3-Year High as Mortgage Spreads...

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2025/12/11

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

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05:28

Redfin's 2026 Predictions: The Great Housing Reset

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2025/12/08

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,

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04:14

Inflation vs Home Prices: The Truth Behind the Latest...

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2025/12/05

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

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