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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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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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Investors Now Buying 30% of Single Family Homes
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Individual buyers may be sidelined by high rates, but investors are stepping in—now accounting for nearly 30% of all single-family home purchases, the highest share on record. In this episode, Kathy Fettke shares how small, nimble investors are outpacing Wall Street giants like Blackstone by moving fast and buying smart. You’ll hear how they’re fin…
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Immigration, Depopulation & Their Impact on the Economy and Housing Market with Ken Gronbach
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Demographer Ken Gronbach returns to break down how immigration, aging, and depopulation are reshaping the U.S. economy and housing market. From Latino immigration to the AI workforce shift, we explore what today’s demographic trends mean for investors—backed by data. 🏡 Want to learn how to invest in Real Estate? Visit www.Realwealth.com/90Days for …
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Home Prices Slide in May—Zillow Predicts Further Declines
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The latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller report shows a second straight monthly dip in home prices, with Zillow forecasting a 2% drop in values through 2025. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what’s driving the decline, from rising inventory to record-high price cuts, and what it could mean for buyers and real estate investors. 📥 Download our …
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Real Estate News Brief: Job Growth Slows, GDP Rebounds, Fed Holds Rates
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Private hiring picked up in July, but signs of a cooling labor market remain. GDP rebounded 3% in Q2, driven by trade shifts—not real demand. Meanwhile, the Fed held interest rates steady at 4.25–4.5%, despite calls for cuts. Kathy Fettke breaks down what this means for real estate investors in the second half of 2025. 📥 Learn More About Our Syndic…
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From Accidental Landlord to 75 Doors with Jessie Lang
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Real estate investor Jessie Lang went from renting out rooms in her Austin condo to owning 75 rental doors in Columbus, Ohio—all thanks to the BRRRR strategy. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke talks with Jessie about how she scaled her portfolio, reached financial independence, and now manages her rental business in just 4–…
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Mortgage Delinquencies Tick Up in June, Foreclosures Continue to Rise
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Mortgage delinquencies are on the rise again—especially for FHA loans—and foreclosure activity is steadily climbing from pandemic-era lows. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest ICE First Look report for June 2025, highlighting key trends in early-stage delinquencies, serious loan defaults, and prepayment activity. Find out what thes…
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Mortgage Rates Could Hit 6% Again—Here’s Why
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Mortgage rates are inching closer to 6% again—not because the Fed is cutting rates, but because mortgage spreads are finally tightening. In this episode, Kathy Fettke unpacks what that means, how close we are to “normal” spreads for the first time since 2023, and why this shift could be a game-changer for buyers and investors. You'll also get a fre…
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How to Retire with Passive Income Through Real Estate Syndications with Bryan Caluwe
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Bryan Caluwe shares how he turned an inherited stock portfolio into a diversified real estate strategy that now funds his retirement. He explains why he invests no more than 5% of his net worth in any deal, what syndications he’s currently in, and how passive income has supported him through chronic illness. Now in his 70s and living by the beach, …
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How Longevity Science Is Reshaping Retirement and Real Estate Investing
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Breakthroughs in longevity science—from anti-aging gene therapies to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic—are accelerating, and investors need to take notice. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explores how longer lifespans are transforming retirement planning, housing needs, and real estate investment strategy. With the longevity …
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How Ashley Wilson is Navigating Distress, Debt & Deals in Today’s Multifamily Market
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Multifamily expert Ashley Wilson joins us to break down how she’s navigating the challenges and opportunities in today’s unpredictable real estate market—from distressed assets and multifamily deals and debt to where she still sees upside for savvy investors. In this episode, Ashley shares how she got started in real estate back in 2009, how she ch…
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CNBC Ranks the Strongest U.S. State Economies in 2025
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Which U.S. states are thriving in 2025—and why does it matter for investors? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down CNBC’s annual Top States for Business report, revealing the five most resilient state economies this year. From job growth and housing strength to economic diversity and low federal dependence, the…
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New Bill Proposes to Eliminate Capital Gains Tax on Home Sales
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A new bill from Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene aims to eliminate the federal capital gains tax on primary home sales, offering a major tax break to millions of long-time homeowners. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the proposed No Tax on Home Sales Act, why it’s gaining support from industry leaders,…
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Trump’s 50% Copper Tariff: How It Could Impact Real Estate and Construction Costs
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President Donald Trump has proposed a 50% tariff on copper imports starting August 1—and it’s already sending copper prices soaring. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what this could mean for real estate investors, homebuilders, and everyday consumers. Copper is essential for everything from electrical wiri…
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Real Estate Contracts, Zoning & Risk: Legal Insights from Flavia Berys
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Real estate investing comes with legal risks—but today’s guest knows exactly how to avoid them. In this episode, we’re joined by Flavia Berys, a dual-licensed real estate attorney and broker, law professor, and investor, who’s worked on everything from single-family homes to Fortune 500 commercial deals. We’ll break down: The must-know parts of any…
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Inflation at 2.7%: Breaking Down June's CPI Report
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Consumer prices in the U.S. rose by 0.3% in June, pushing annual inflation to 2.7%—right in line with expectations. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest CPI report and what it means for real estate investors. From rising apparel and furnishing costs driven by tariffs to falling vehicle prices and modest shelter inflation, we explore…
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The Big Beautiful Bill, Bonus Depreciation, and Cost Segregation with Sean Graham
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On this episode of The Real Wealth Show, CPA and real estate investor Sean Graham joins us to break down three major tax topics that every investor needs to understand right now. We start with the Big Beautiful Bill and its potential impact on real estate investing, then dive into the powerful strategies of cost segregation and bonus depreciation. …
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How Airbnb’s Quiet Policy Updates Could Disrupt Your Short-Term Rental Business
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Big changes are quietly reshaping the Airbnb landscape—and short-term rental hosts could be paying the price. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down Airbnb’s latest policy updates, including the new “buy now, pay later” option, increased risk of chargebacks, and unsettling payout delays. These behind-the-scenes …
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8 Ways the Big Beautiful Bill Could Impact Real Estate Investors
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The Big Beautiful Bill—officially known as the OBBBA—has been signed into law, bringing sweeping tax changes that could significantly impact real estate investors. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down 8 key ways this new legislation could affect your real estate portfolio, tax strategy, and long-term wealth building. From the permanent increas…
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From 100 Flips a Year to Holding Properties with Brandon Rickman
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In this episode, Brandon Rickman shares his real estate journey—from scaling up to flipping 100 properties a year to shifting his focus toward long-term wealth through buy-and-hold investing. Brandon breaks down the lessons he learned along the way, including how he navigated different market cycles and why, looking back, he wishes he had kept ever…
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Zillow Reveals the Most Affordable (and Least Affordable) Housing Markets in America
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In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down Zillow’s latest report on housing affordability across the U.S. Discover where homebuyers can still afford to purchase a home—and where skyrocketing prices have made homeownership nearly impossible. From the most affordable markets like Pittsburgh and St. Louis to the least…
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The Federal Housing Finance Agency is pushing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to prepare for a future where cryptocurrency could play a role in mortgage lending. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what crypto-backed mortgages might look like, the opportunities they could create for nontraditional borrowers, and the risks that have lenders asking …
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Encore: How to Go Beyond the 10 Loan Limit
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This show originally aired in November of 2024. If you’ve already bought your first investment property, you may recall the initial fear you had about managing it. And that was just one property. But many investors find out it’s not that tricky, and quickly scale up once they’ve completed their first deal. It can become addicting to feel the succes…
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