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 invest ...
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Smart real estate investing will give you the time and the money to live life on your own terms! We call that real wealth. Host Kathy Fettke is Co-CEO of Real Wealth Network, author of the best selling "Retire Rich with Rentals" and the host of companion podcast, Real Estate News for Investors. Kathy Fettke launched this podcast in 2003 to share her own secrets and those of top experts in the real estate investing field. She along with guests like Robert Kiyosaki, Peter Schiff, Doug Duncan, ...
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Construction Starts Jumped 21%: Megaprojects Surge as Multifamily Falls
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4:08Construction 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 plunge…
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Gratitude & Great Deals: The 2025 Markets Offering Investor Opportunities
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22:45As 2025 winds down, Kathy Fettke and Real Wealth Investment Counselor Leah Collich take a moment to reflect on what investors can truly be grateful for this year — from falling mortgage rates to a stabilizing housing market to some of the best turnkey and new-construction deals we've seen in years. In this episode, Kathy and Leah break down: • Why …
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Refi Wave Returns as Mortgage Prepayments Surge and Foreclosures Increase
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4:05Mortgage 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 tre…
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Cost Segregation Explained: How High Earners Can Save Big on Taxes
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27:36Cost segregation is powerful—but easy to misunderstand. CPA Mitchell Baldridge joins Kathy to break down how cost seg really works, who actually benefits, and how high income earners take passive losses. Before you chase big deductions, listen to this episode and learn how to make cost seg work in your favor. If you are interested in Cost Segregati…
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September PPI, Retail Sales, Inflation & Delayed Government Data: What It Means for Investors
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2:55September'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 Sept…
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How to Go Beyond the 10-Loan Limit as a Real Estate Investor
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26:00This episode originally aired in 2024. If buying your first rental felt intimidating, you're not alone—most investors start with fear, then realize how quickly they can scale once they get that first win. In this replay, Dr. Elaine Stageberg shares how she hit the Fannie/Freddie 10-loan limit and kept going, building a portfolio of 200+ single-fami…
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America's Hidden Growth Markets: Why Rural America Is Booming
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4:36America'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 opp…
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First-Time Homebuyers Are Now 40 And Why Americans Are Renting Longer with NAR's Jessica Lautz
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20:26First-time homebuyers used to be in their early 30s. Today? The median first-time buyer is nearly 40 years old — and the ripple effects are reshaping America's housing market. In this conversation, Kathy Fettke sits down with NAR's Deputy Chief Economist Jessica Lautz to break down the newest data on affordability, delayed homeownership, rising ren…
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Will an AI Stock Crash Hit the Housing Market?
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4:28A 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 …
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October Jobs Report Canceled as BLS Postpones November Data
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3:42The Bureau of Labor Statistics has canceled the October jobs report and delayed the November release until mid-December, creating a rare data blackout just as the Federal Reserve prepares for its next rate decision. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the missing labor data means for interest rates, investor confidence, and the broader h…
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What Home Depot & Lowe's Profit Forecast Cuts Reveal About the Housing Market
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3:44Home Depot and Lowe's cut their profit forecasts after a softer-than-expected quarter, pointing to continued pressure in the housing market and weaker demand for major renovation projects. In this episode, Kathy Fettke unpacks what these retail warnings mean for real estate investors— from consumer spending trends to potential shifts in renovation …
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Beyond the Headlines: Inflation, Housing & Economic Myths With Dr. Thornberg
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35:28Economist Dr. Chris Thornberg joins Kathy Fettke to share his perspective on today's economy and why he believes many popular narratives around inflation, housing, debt, and policy don't match the underlying data. They explore how media, sentiment, and information overload shape public perception, and discuss the indicators Dr. Thornberg watches mo…
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Trump Administration Weighs Portable Mortgages: Could You Take Your Rate With You?
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4:32The Trump administration is exploring a major shift in housing policy: portable mortgages. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what this could mean for homeowners, buyers, and the broader market. Could you really take your low mortgage rate with you when you move? We'll explain how portable mortgages work, why the FHFA is considering them, an…
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Inside the K-Shaped Economy: How Housing Became America's New Divide
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5:36America's housing market has officially split in two. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down how the 2025 "K-shaped economy" is creating winners at the top of the market and shutting out everyone else. From luxury listings that still sell in cash to middle-class buyers priced out despite softening rates, here's what investors need to know about …
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First-Time Homebuyer Age Hits 40 for the First Time: NAR Report
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4:45The National Association of Realtors' latest data shows a historic shift in the U.S. housing market: the typical first-time homebuyer is now 40 years old. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down why first-time buyers are aging, what rising mortgage rates and record-high prices have to do with it, and how this trend is reshaping inventory, mobilit…
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Building Financial Independence Through Real Estate Investing with The FI Couple
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23:01Kathy Fettke sits down with Ali & Josh Lupo — The FI Couple — to share how they built financial independence through real estate investing, house hacking, and intentional money habits. They discuss paying off $110K of debt, growing their portfolio, becoming parents, and how FI looks different when your family grows. You'll also learn how they find …
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Emerging Real Estate Trends for 2026: Top Markets and Sectors to Watch
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5:04What will shape real estate in 2026? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the newest PwC & Urban Land Institute Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, highlighting the top markets to watch and the sectors poised for growth. From data centers and senior housing to shifting office demand and rising Sun Belt metros, we explore where investors are…
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Becoming W-2 Optional: How Patrick Grimes Built Real Wealth Through Diversification
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21:46What does it really take to become "work optional"? Kathy Fettke sits down with Patrick Grimes to uncover how he replaced his W-2 income through diversified passive investments. From multifamily real estate to energy and alternative assets, Patrick shares practical strategies to protect capital, create steady cash flow, and build long-term wealth. …
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Will 50-Year Mortgages Make Homes Affordable Again?
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4:47President Donald Trump is floating the idea of a 50-year mortgage to make buying a home more affordable — and FHFA Director Bill Pulte says Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are "working on it." But could longer loans really solve America's housing crisis, or just stretch debt even further? Kathy Fettke breaks down what a 50-year mortgage would mean for b…
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The "Mamdani Effect": Why South Florida Expects More Real Estate Buyers
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3:08There's a new buzz in South Florida's housing market — and it's coming from New York. After the election of progressive Democrat Zohran Mamdani, Florida agents are reporting a spike in calls from high-income New Yorkers exploring a move south. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's being called "The Mamdani Effect" — how political shifts,…
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Market Deep Dive: Why Investors Are Flocking to the Midwest
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30:00The Midwest is having a moment — and for good reason. While many coastal markets struggle with high prices and volatile cycles, investors are finding steady growth, strong rent ratios, and landlord-friendly laws across Kansas City, Wichita, and beyond. In this Market Deep Dive, Kathy Fettke sits down with Andy to explore why more investors are turn…
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AI Tools Fuel Surge in Rental Application Fraud
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3:24Rental scams are becoming more sophisticated — and artificial intelligence is helping fraudsters fake their way into luxury apartments. According to a new FOX Business report, Greystar, the nation's largest apartment landlord, has seen a sharp rise in fraudulent rental applications nationwide. From fake pay stubs and employment letters to AI-genera…
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