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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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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Logan Mohtashami on Navigating the Housing Market, Economic Slowdown, and Government Policies
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35:05Join Logan Mohtashami, a renowned housing expert, as he breaks down the current state of mortgage rates, the housing market, and how government policies are shaping economic conditions. In this episode, Logan discusses the relationship between economic slowdowns and mortgage rates, the challenges facing the construction industry, and the dynamics o…
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83% of Multifamily Investors Plan Acquisitions in 2025
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4:21In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explores a new survey from Berkadia that reveals 83% of multifamily investors are planning to make acquisitions in 2025. Despite challenges like high interest rates and debt costs, confidence is growing as capital markets show signs of thawing. Kathy breaks down the latest trends, incl…
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Protecting Your Real Estate Investments: LLCs, Asset Protection, and Common Investor Mistakes
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27:20In this episode, we dive deep into the essential strategies for protecting your real estate investments. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, understanding the benefits of structuring your investments through an LLC is crucial for safeguarding your assets. We’ll explore when the right time is to create an LLC, how it works with …
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Real Estate Market Cycles: Where Prices Are Rising, Falling, and Plateauing
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4:50In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke dives into the latest trends in the real estate market, exploring where prices are on the rise, where they're falling, and where markets are plateauing. Using data from John Burns Research and Consulting, Kathy breaks down the six key stages of the real estate cycle—Plateauing, Slowing…
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Self-Storage Market Shows Signs of Stabilization
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5:21After two years of steady price declines, the self-storage market is finally showing signs of stabilization. While national rental rates dipped just 0.7% year-over-year in January, month-over-month prices are beginning to rebound—suggesting the industry may be reaching equilibrium. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke bre…
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How to Leave Your W-2 In Your 20s Through Real Estate with Grace Gudenkauf
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21:49Are you dreaming of leaving your W-2 job but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with Grace Gudenkauf, real estate investor and co-author of The Self-Managing Landlord, to share how she built a successful rental portfolio in her twenties—creating time freedom and financial independence. Grac…
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New IRS Rules for Inherited IRAs & Retirement Contributions in 2025
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4:16Big changes are coming to retirement planning in 2025! The IRS has finalized new rules for inherited IRAs, which could impact how beneficiaries withdraw funds—and how much they’ll owe in taxes. Plus, there’s great news for those nearing retirement: the catch-up contribution limit for 401(k)s is increasing, giving older workers a chance to boost the…
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Job Growth Slows, Inflation Cools, but Trade Wars Fuel Market Tensions
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7:03The U.S. economy is sending mixed signals as inflation eases to 2.8%, job growth slows, and escalating trade wars shake investor confidence. February’s labor report showed weaker-than-expected job gains, while tariffs on steel and aluminum sparked market volatility, driving the Dow Jones down nearly 1%. As the Federal Reserve weighs its next move, …
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From $1,000 to 100+ Rentals: Henry Washington’s Real Estate Success Story
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31:47How do you turn just $1,000 into a thriving real estate portfolio with over 100 rental properties? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with seasoned real estate investor, mentor, and educator Henry Washington to share his incredible journey. Henry opens up about his early financial struggles, how he got started in r…
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TSMC’s $100B U.S. Chip Investment: The AI Boom & Real Estate Impact
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3:22Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is investing another $100 billion in U.S. chip production, bringing its total commitment to $165 billion. This move strengthens the U.S. as a global AI leader and could reshape real estate markets in tech hubs like Phoenix and Sherman, TX. Kathy Fettke explores how this massive investment, along with Pr…
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How Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Mexico & Canada Could Impact Real Estate
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3:23President Trump’s 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada have taken effect, prompting swift retaliation and escalating global trade tensions. As markets react, real estate investors should prepare for potential impacts, including higher construction costs, rising home prices, and shifts in rental demand. Supply chain disruptions could also affect industr…
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The Neuroscience of Creating Real Wealth with Ellen Petry Leanse
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31:23Are your 2025 financial goals feeling out of reach? You’re not alone! Many people start the year with big ambitions but struggle to maintain momentum. That’s why in this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke explores the neuroscience of wealth with Ellen Petry Leanse—an early Apple team member, TEDx speaker, and neuroscience expert—to …
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Breaking News: Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement Suspended
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3:02In a major regulatory shift, the U.S. Treasury Department has suspended enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)—a law that required LLCs, corporations, and other business entities to report their beneficial ownership to FinCEN. This decision eliminates the risk of steep fines and criminal penalties for real estate investors and business…
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Syndication Investing 101: How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate with Mauricio Rauld
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49:14Are you curious about real estate syndication and how it can help you build long-term wealth through passive investing? In this episode host Kathy Fettke sit down with Mauricio Rauld, a seasoned syndication attorney, to break down everything you need to know before diving into this powerful investment strategy. Mauricio explains what a syndication …
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Zombie Foreclosures, Loan Delinquencies, and Mortgage Activity
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6:18Are zombie foreclosures truly dead, or could they be on the rise again? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, host Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Q1 2025 housing market data, including trends in zombie foreclosures, U.S. loan delinquencies, and overall mortgage activity. With foreclosure rates declining but loan delinquencies shif…
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Will Government Layoffs Push Mortgage Rates Lower in 2025?
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5:13Could rising unemployment from government job cuts lead to lower mortgage rates this year? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, host Kathy Fettke dives into a new analysis from Logan Mohtashami at HousingWire that explores this critical question. Kathy breaks down expert insights on where mortgage rates and the 10-year yield could be …
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Commercial Real Estate: Banking Risks & Market Outlook
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24:35The commercial real estate market is shifting, and banking risks are playing a major role in shaping its future. In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Stanley from Moody’s Analytics to break down whether banks are reducing their exposure, what tightening credit conditions mean for investors, and what the general outlook is for Commercial Real Esta…
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Is the U.S. Finally Entering a Buyer’s Market?
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4:50For the first time in years, the U.S. housing market is shifting toward buyers, with more homes on the market and slowing price growth. But for many home shoppers, it doesn’t feel like they have the upper hand. High mortgage rates and affordability challenges continue to make homeownership a struggle. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down Redfi…
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Why do real estate investors pay far less in taxes while earned income is taxed as high as 37%? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Thomas Castelli of Hall CPA to reveal powerful tax strategies for real estate investors. Thomas breaks down how depreciation, passive losses, and real estate professional status can dra…
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Builder sentiment just took a sharp dip in February, hitting its lowest level in five months. What’s driving this downturn? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, host Kathy Fettke breaks down the key factors impacting builder sentiment, including high mortgage rates, rising housing costs, and uncertainty around tariffs. We’ll also expl…
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Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Homebuyers and Investors
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4:38As home prices hit new highs and mortgage rates hover around 7%, homeownership remains out of reach for many Americans. But in some U.S. cities, housing costs are still well below the national average. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the most affordable cities for both buyers and renters in 2024. Discover…
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