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Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Hosted by Kathy Fettke / RealWealth · EN
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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Only 38% of Non-Homeowners Can Afford a Starter Home
1w ago00:03:26Tap to summarizeBuying a first home is becoming harder than ever. A new study finds that fewer than 40% of non-homeowner households can afford a typical starter home, highlighting the growing affordability gap facing first-time buyers. Kathy Fettke breaks down what the data reveals, why affordable markets continue to stand out, and what these trends mean for real estate investors. Download your Free PDF at www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets. Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/starter-home-affordability-income-gap-lendingtree/
Transcribe →Home Prices vs. Inflation: Who's Really Winning?
1w ago00:03:23Tap to summarizeHome prices are still rising—but they're no longer keeping up with inflation. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Case-Shiller Home Price Index, why real home values have now declined for 11 straight months after inflation, which markets are still seeing price growth, and what the latest housing data means for real estate investors. Get your FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets. Sources: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/inflation-outpaces-home-prices-april/ https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/CSUSHPINSA
Transcribe →Consumer Confidence Rises, but Americans Are Still Worried
2w ago00:03:56Tap to summarizeConsumer confidence improved slightly in June as gas prices fell, but Americans remain worried about inflation, jobs, and the economy. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest confidence data, consumer spending trends, and labor market outlook could mean for the housing market and real estate investors. Want to learn more about real estate? Visit www.Newforinvestors.com Source: https://apnews.com/article/consumer-confidence-economy-inflation-da0a1dee651d3e36123e8e83622c4ac4
Transcribe →New Bipartisan Housing Bill Focuses on Disaster Prevention
2w ago00:04:07Tap to summarizeA new bipartisan bill in Congress would allow communities to use federal housing funds to prepare for disasters before they happen instead of waiting to rebuild afterward. Kathy Fettke explains what the proposed legislation could mean for homeowners, real estate investors, insurance costs, and the future of housing resilience. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/liccardo-timmons-bill-ounce-of-prevention-act/
Transcribe →Small Investors Are Buying More Homes as Wall Street Pulls Back
2w ago00:03:27Tap to summarizeSmall investors are buying more homes while Wall Street pulls back. Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Realtor.com data, where investors are purchasing properties, why the Midwest and Sun Belt continue to lead, and what the shift could mean for individual real estate investors looking for opportunity. Get your FREE PDF at www.RealWealth.com/AffordableMarkets Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/real-estate-investor-report-2026/
Transcribe →Fed Stress Test: Can Banks Survive a Housing Crash?
2w ago00:02:22Tap to summarizeThe Federal Reserve's latest stress test found that America's largest banks could withstand a severe recession, a 30% drop in home prices, and a 39% decline in commercial real estate values while continuing to lend. Kathy Fettke explains what the results mean for real estate investors and why a resilient banking system matters for the housing market. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsForInvestors.com Source: https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/bcreg20260624a.htm
Transcribe →Record 401(k) Balances Still Aren't Enough for Retirement
3w ago00:04:05Tap to summarizeAmericans are saving more for retirement than ever before, according to Vanguard's latest "How America Saves" report. But even with record 401(k) balances, many workers may still be far from generating enough income to replace a paycheck. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the numbers and explains what they could mean for real estate investors looking to build long-term retirement income. Want to watch our free retirement webinar? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com. Sources: https://workplace.vanguard.com/content/iig-transformation/pdf/how-america-saves-2026.html https://401kspecialistmag.com/how-america-saves-2026-preview-strong-market-auto-features-power-record-401k-balances
Transcribe →Trump Delays 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
3w ago00:05:13Tap to summarizeA housing bill hailed as the most significant housing legislation in decades has hit an unexpected roadblock. Kathy Fettke explains why President Trump is delaying the signing of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, what's in the bill, and what it could mean for housing supply, affordability, and real estate investors. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/us-house-overwhelmingly-backs-affordable-housing-bill-2026-06-23/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Transcribe →Bank of America Predicts Three Fed Hikes: Will It Happen?
3w ago00:05:05Tap to summarizeBank of America now expects three Fed rate hikes before year-end, citing persistent inflation, a resilient economy, and a more hawkish Federal Reserve under Chair Kevin Warsh. But the bond market isn't convinced. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the forecast means for mortgage rates, housing affordability, and real estate investors. Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets for you FREE PDF. Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/bofa-forecasts-75-bps-rate-hikes-2026-labour-market-resilience-new-fed-chair-2026-06-22/
Transcribe →How SBA's New $10M Loan Limit Could Impact Real Estate
3w ago00:02:42Tap to summarizeThe SBA has doubled the combined limit for its 7(a) and 504 loan programs, allowing eligible businesses to access up to $10 million in financing. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what the change could mean for commercial real estate, homebuilders, and investors watching business expansion trends. Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com. Source: https://www.sba.gov/article/2026/05/18/sba-doubles-cumulative-7a-504-loan-limit-10-million
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