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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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The Hidden Risk for Retirees Counting on Home Equity
May 2000:03:13Tap to summarizeFor decades, homeownership has been one of America's most trusted paths to building wealth. But what happens when that equity doesn't deliver the financial security retirees expect? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new research showing that older homeowners may be selling their homes for less than younger sellers, often due to deferred maintenance, outdated properties, and the growing appeal of quick cash offers. With Americans over 70 now holding trillions in housing wealth, this emerging trend could create both financial challenges for retirees and new opportunities for real estate investors. Kathy explores what's driving the discount, why today's buyers are more selective, and how this demographic shift could reshape the housing market in the years ahead. Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/business/retirement-home-equity-selling-your-house.html https://www.housingwire.com/articles/retirees-home-equity-financial-shortfalls/
Transcribe →Zillow's Hottest and Coldest Housing Markets in 2026
May 1800:03:57Tap to summarizeWhere do buyers have the most negotiating power in today's housing market, and where are sellers still firmly in control? In this episode of The Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new data from Zillow ranking more than 250 U.S. housing markets by buyer and seller strength. From red-hot Northeast metros to cooling markets in Florida, Texas, and parts of the Sun Belt, investors will learn where inventory is tight, where price cuts are growing, and where new opportunities may be emerging in 2026. If you're looking for appreciation, cash flow, or stronger negotiating leverage, this market update will help you spot where housing trends are shifting next. Go to www.Realwealth.com/TopCities for a FREE PDF! Source: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/housing-market-power-balance-zillow-updated-ratings-250-markets-spring-2026-sellers-buyers
Transcribe →Build-to-Rent Investors Avoid 7-Year Sell-Off Rule
May 1500:04:43Tap to summarizeCongress may be backing off one of the most controversial proposals aimed at institutional real estate investors. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down how lawmakers are revising the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, why build-to-rent communities may now get a major exemption, and what new limits could still apply to large investors buying single-family homes. Plus, new data from Realtor.com reveals how much of the housing market institutional investors actually control—and why this debate matters for rental housing, supply, and your investing strategy. 📈 🏘️ Want to learn more about RealWealth? Visit www.Newforinvestors.com. Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/built-to-rent-investor-ban-road-housing-act-latest/
Transcribe →Kevin Warsh Confirmed as Fed Chair as Inflation Heats Up
May 1400:03:00Tap to summarizeAs Kevin Warsh officially takes over the Federal Reserve, real estate investors are watching closely. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what Warsh's confirmation could mean for interest rates, mortgage costs, inflation, and the housing market as consumer prices heat up and rate cut expectations begin to fade. 📈 🏠 Want to learn more about what's going on in the real estate market? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2026/05/13/nx-s1-5816235/kevin-warsh-federal-reserve-chair-jerome-powell https://www.reuters.com/world/us/fed-chair-nominee-warsh-set-get-us-senate-nod-inflation-intensifies-2026-05-13/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Transcribe →Home Prices Jump in 90% of U.S. Markets | ICE Mortgage Monitor
May 1300:02:58Tap to summarizeHome prices are gaining momentum across much of the country. In this episode of The Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Intercontinental Exchange Mortgage Monitor, showing home prices rising in 90% of U.S. markets, first-time buyers returning in force, refinance activity hitting a four-year high, and loan closings moving at record speed. What does it mean for real estate investors as mortgage rates move higher? Tune in for the latest housing market insights. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com Source: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/resources/data-reports/may-2026-mortgage-monitor
Transcribe →NAR Backs Labor Proposal on Independent Contractor Rules
May 1200:03:07Tap to summarizeA major labor proposal out of Washington could impact how millions of real estate agents do business. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down why the National Association of REALTORS is backing a new federal framework for independent contractor classification, what the five-factor "economic reality" test means, and why NAR is pushing for an explicit exemption for real estate professionals. For investors, this could affect brokerage models, agent compensation, and transaction costs across the housing market. Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com Source: https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/nar-backs-labor-dept-proposal-to-clarify-independent-contractor-rules
Transcribe →How AI and Blockchain Could Change Real Estate Closings
May 1100:03:14Tap to summarize*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" data-turn-id="8dcbfccd-d39f-4bc2-9e16-196d27907352" data-turn-id-container="8dcbfccd-d39f-4bc2-9e16-196d27907352" data-testid="conversation-turn-11" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-69fcd44d-3534-83e8-a6fb-b72f1e8c2427-10" data-turn-id-container= "request-69fcd44d-3534-83e8-a6fb-b72f1e8c2427-10" data-testid= "conversation-turn-12" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Artificial intelligence and blockchain may soon change one of the slowest parts of real estate: the closing process. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down CNBC's latest report on how blockchain-based real estate technology is moving from concept to reality. Learn how AI-powered closings, digital property records, and faster transactions could impact investors, title companies, and the future of real estate deals. Want to learn more? Visit www.Newforinvestors.com. Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/07/startup-propy-real-estate-deals-blockchain.html
Transcribe →April Jobs Report Tops Forecasts as U.S. Adds 115,000 Jobs
May 900:03:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the April jobs report after the U.S. economy added 115,000 jobs and unemployment held steady at 4.3%. Hiring beat expectations, but beneath the headline, signs of economic strain are emerging—from rising part-time employment to slowing wage growth and sector-specific layoffs. Kathy unpacks what the latest labor data, rising gas prices, and growing global uncertainty could mean for inflation, mortgage rates, and real estate investors in the months ahead. Want to learn more? Visit www.Newsforinvestors.com Source: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm Source: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/05/08/business/jobs-report-economy
Transcribe →Capital Gains Taxes May Be Keeping Homes Off the Market
May 800:04:59Tap to summarizeA new study suggests capital gains taxes may be quietly keeping homes off the market, and it could have major implications for real estate investors. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down how capital gains taxes work, when homeowners may qualify for tax exclusions, why rental property owners can face depreciation recapture, and how what some are calling an "exit tax" may be contributing to today's housing inventory shortage. Plus, Kathy explains why strategies like a 1031 exchange remain an important tool for investors looking to defer taxes and reposition their portfolios in today's market. Want to learn more about investing in turn key rental properties? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Schedule to work with one of our investment counselors. Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/exit-tax-vacant-homes-selling-cost/
Transcribe →U.S. Debt Surpasses GDP: What It Means for Real Estate Investors
May 700:04:13Tap to summarizeAmerica has reached a historic economic milestone. For the first time since World War Two, U.S. public debt has grown larger than the nation's entire economy. In this episode of The Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what public debt actually means, why federal interest payments have now topped one trillion dollars a year, and how rising debt could affect taxes, consumer spending, Treasury yields, mortgage rates, and the housing market. Most importantly, what should real estate investors be watching next as Washington's debt continues to grow? 🏠 Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.Realwealth.com/TopCities. Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-debt-exceeds-gdp-first-time-since-wwii/
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