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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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Bank of America Predicts Three Fed Hikes: Will It Happen?
Jun 2400:05:05Tap 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
Jun 2200:02:42Tap 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
Transcribe →What Rising Title Insurance Sales Say About Housing Demand
Jun 2000:03:04Tap to summarizeTitle insurance premiums climbed 15% in the first quarter of 2026, reaching $4.5 billion nationwide. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what rising title insurance sales may reveal about housing demand, real estate transaction activity, and where investors are seeing momentum in today's market. Download our FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/FiveQuestions. Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/title-insurance-premiums-rise-to-4-5b-in-q1/
Transcribe →Why the U.S. Economy Is Outperforming Other Countries
Jun 1900:03:58Tap to summarizeA new report shows the U.S. economy continues to outperform many other developed nations despite inflation, global conflicts, and trade tensions. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explores what's driving America's economic resilience and what it could mean for housing demand, mortgage rates, and real estate investors. Download our FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/TopCities Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy031el03po
Transcribe →Fed Holds Rates Steady in Kevin Warsh's First Meeting
Jun 1700:02:48Tap to summarizeThe Federal Reserve held rates steady in Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Fed Chair. With inflation rising to 4.2% and job growth remaining strong, here's what investors need to know about the outlook for mortgage rates and real estate. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com.
Transcribe →AI Office Boom: Office Leasing Surges in Key U.S. Markets
Jun 1500:04:36Tap to summarizeAI is fueling a new office leasing boom, with major markets seeing demand rise as companies expand and hire. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explores how AI firms are reshaping commercial real estate, why investors are paying attention, and what it could mean for the future of office space. To learn more about passive real estate investing opportunities, visit www.RealWealth.com/Syndications. Source: https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/the-ai-office-boom-feels-like-2000-all-over-again-41455a1e
Transcribe →Stock Market Hits Record 238% of U.S. GDP
Jun 1300:02:54Tap to summarizeThe U.S. stock market has reached a record valuation of 238% of GDP, far above levels seen during the Dot-Com Bubble. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what that means for investors, why some analysts are raising caution flags, and why many real estate investors continue to favor cash-flowing assets backed by real-world demand. Want a FREE pdf? Visit www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets to learn more. Source: https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/26/06/53083450/worse-than-dot-com-bubble-us-market-valuation-hits-record-238-of-gdp
Transcribe →Inflation Hits 3-Year High as Job Growth Stays Strong
Jun 1200:03:17Tap to summarizeInflation reached its highest level in three years while the labor market remained surprisingly strong. Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest CPI and jobs data, what it could mean for Federal Reserve rate cuts, and why mortgage rates may stay elevated for real estate investors. Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/article/annual-cpi-inflation-surges-to-42-in-may-the-highest-level-since-2023-as-energy-prices-rise-182143107.html
Transcribe →The State of the Housing Market: Key Trends from the 2026 Mortgage Report
Jun 1100:05:46Tap to summarizeMortgage rates are back above 6.5%, but the housing market continues to hold up better than many expected. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Mortgage Monitor Report from Intercontinental Exchange and the key trends shaping real estate in 2026. From home prices and affordability to buyer demand, homeowner equity, and foreclosure activity, you'll get a data-driven look at what's happening in today's housing market and what it could mean for investors moving forward. Source: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/publicdocs/mortgage/IMT-ICE-Mortgage_Monitor_June_2026_xfsrgggme.pdf
Transcribe →Fannie Mae Releases New 2026 Housing and Economic Forecast
Jun 800:03:13Tap to summarizeFannie Mae has released its latest Housing and Economic Forecast, and the outlook points to a gradual recovery in the housing market. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the key projections for mortgage rates, home sales, home prices, inflation, and economic growth. According to the forecast, home sales are expected to increase over the next two years, mortgage lending activity could surge, and refinancing volume may see a comeback. Kathy also explains what Fannie Mae's projections could mean for real estate investors, homebuyers, and the broader housing market. Tune in to hear the biggest takeaways from one of the industry's most closely watched forecasts and what it could signal for housing in 2026 and beyond. Want to learn more about investing? Visit www.Newsforinvestors.com. Source: https://www.fanniemae.com/data-and-insights/forecast
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