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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Good News: Gas Prices Drop, Buyer Power Rises, and Multifamily Outlook Brightens
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4:32Tired of all the negative headlines? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke shares three encouraging updates that could brighten your outlook on the market. We’ll cover the latest drop in gas and diesel prices, new signs of a buyer-friendly shift in the housing market, and growing optimism in the multifamily sector for 2025…
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Why Commercial Real Estate Remains Strong Amid Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
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3:40Commercial real estate remains strong amid tariffs and economic uncertainty — but why? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down a special report by Marcus & Millichap and the factors driving CRE resilience in 2025. As new U.S. tariffs disrupt global trade and inflation rises, many investors are bracing for volatil…
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Why 81% of Home Sellers Are Optimistic in Today’s Market
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4:13Home sellers are surprisingly confident in today’s unpredictable market. A new Realtor.com survey shows that 81% expect to get their asking price—or more—even with high rates and economic uncertainty. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explores what’s behind this optimism, from the ongoing housing shortage to spring sel…
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Flippers Face Biggest Pullback Since 2007: What Investors Need to Know
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3:49Flippers across the U.S. are facing the biggest pullback since 2007, with high interest rates, tight lending, and shrinking margins making deals harder to find. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest LendingOne-ResiClub Fix-and-Flip Survey and what it reveals about today’s market. From the aging housing stock in the Northeast to risin…
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1500th Episode Special: Global Real Estate in 2025–Most Expensive Markets & U.S. Housing Affordability
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5:16🎉 It’s our 1,500th episode! In this special milestone edition of Real Estate News for Investors, we’re taking a global view of the housing market in 2025. Discover which countries top the list of the most overpriced real estate markets—from China and Argentina to Singapore and Vietnam—based on mortgage burdens, price-to-income ratios, and more. Plu…
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March 2025 Inflation Drops to 2.4%: What It Means for Rates, Markets, and Tariffs
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3:33March 2025 inflation dropped to 2.4%, surprising analysts and raising big questions about the direction of interest rates, financial markets, and tariff policy. In this episode, host, Kathy Fettke, breaks down what’s driving the cooler inflation numbers — from falling gas prices to slowing rent increases — and what it all means for the Federal Rese…
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March Jobs Report Shocks Analysts: 228,000 Jobs Added
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4:03The March jobs report is in—and its defying expectations. While economists predicted a modest gain of 140,000 jobs, the U.S. economy added a surprising 228,000 positions, signaling continued strength in the labor market. But there’s more beneath the surface. Unemployment is creeping up, previous months were revised downward, and the Federal Reserve…
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Trump’s Trade Policy & Housing: Will Tariffs Push Home Prices Even Higher?
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4:29Will Trump's new tariffs push housing prices even higher? President Trump has declared April 2nd “Liberation Day” for American workers, rolling out sweeping new tariffs designed to protect U.S. industries. But could these trade policies make housing even more expensive? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the impact of these tariffs on home p…
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Real Estate Opportunity Markets: The Next U.S. Boomtowns to Watch
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8:28Looking for your next big real estate investment opportunity? In this episode, we uncover the top real estate opportunity markets—cities experiencing rapid growth, job expansion, and increasing housing demand. From tech-driven hubs in Texas, to emerging hotspots in Florida, and a new festival coming to Colorado, we’ll highlight the markets poised f…
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Could Property Taxes Be Abolished? States Consider Major Tax Reform
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3:56Could property taxes become a thing of the past? Some state leaders are exploring the idea of abolishing them to ease the financial burden on homeowners—but what would this mean for real estate markets, local services, and government funding? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest discussions in Flori…
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Real Estate News Brief: PCE Inflation, FHFA Policy Changes & Mortgage Application Trends
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5:26In this week’s Real Estate News Brief, Kathy Fettke dives into the February PCE inflation numbers, and what they mean for the real estate market. Kathy also breaks down major housing policy changes under the new Federal Housing Finance Agency director, Bill Pulte, including the rollback of key Biden-era policies. Plus, we discuss the latest mortgag…
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NAR's New MLS Policy Gives Sellers More Flexibility in Listing Homes
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4:55NAR's new MLS policy gives sellers more flexibility in listing their homes, but it also continues to spark conflict within the industry. The introduction of the Clear Cooperation Policy in 2020 sparked controversy, especially around pocket listings and the balance between transparency and seller control. Now, with the latest policy update, the Nati…
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Fannie & Freddie 2025 Loan Limits Set at $806,500
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3:24The FHFA has officially set the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac 2025 conforming loan limit at $806,500, marking a 5.2% increase from last year. But what does this mean for homebuyers, real estate investors, and the mortgage market? In this episode, we break down FHFA Director Bill Pulte’s latest announcements, the Trump administration’s stance on Fannie…
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February Housing Starts & Permits: What the Latest Data Means for the Homebuilding Market
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3:09In this episode of Real Estate New for Investors, we dive into the latest data on February housing starts and building permits, revealing key trends and what they mean for the homebuilding sector in 2025. We’ll explore how these numbers impact homebuilders, the real estate market, and potential investment opportunities. We also discuss the regional…
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Best Places to Invest in Single-Family Rentals in 2025
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4:46In this episode, we dive into the latest insights from ATTOM’s Q1 2025 Single-Family Rental Market Report to uncover the top U.S. counties with the highest rental yields for investors. From New York and New Jersey to Alabama and Texas, we explore where you can find the best opportunities for strong cash flow and high returns on single-family rental…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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