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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Real Estate News Brief: U.S. Credit Downgrade, Debt Crisis, and Bond Activity
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4:38The U.S. national debt has surpassed $36 trillion, prompting Moody’s to downgrade America’s credit rating and setting off a sharp selloff in stocks and bonds. Treasury yields are spiking, with the 30-year hitting 5.13% and the 10-year above 4.6%, signaling a shift toward higher interest rates across the economy—from mortgages to consumer loans. In …
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Where are People Moving? Migration Trends Explained
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2:49Migration is slowing in 2025—but some states are still attracting new residents. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest trends, including top gainers like South Carolina and Idaho, and surprising population rebounds in parts of the Midwest. Find out what’s driving these shifts, why some hot spots are …
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Housing Inventory Surges, Yet Buyers Wait on Lower Rates
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3:32Housing inventory is surging across the U.S., with new listings up over 11% and total active listings rising more than 30% year-over-year. But despite more homes hitting the market, many buyers are still on the sidelines—held back by high mortgage rates and ongoing affordability concerns. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest data fr…
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Bond Yields Jump After Moody’s Downgrades U.S. Credit Rating
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3:34US credit downgrades are back in the spotlight as Moody’s lowers the U.S. rating from Aaa to Aa1 for the first time since 1949. In today’s episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what this means for bond markets, long-term Treasury yields, and most importantly—mortgage rates. With the 30-year Treasury briefly topping 5%, investors and homebuyers alike ar…
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U.S. & China Slash Tariffs in Surprise Deal, Sparking Wall Street Rally
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3:11The U.S. and China have agreed to dramatically roll back tariffs — from 125% to 10% — in a surprise deal that's sparking a major Wall Street rally. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains how the tariff reduction impacts markets, recession forecasts, and investor sentiment. Tech stocks are surging, bond yields are rising, and the Nasdaq has official…
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Opportunity Zone Program May Expand: What Investors Need to Know
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4:34Opportunity Zone incentives may soon reach new areas, thanks to a proposed extension through 2033. A key House committee has included major Opportunity Zone reforms in a sweeping tax package, aiming to give investors more time and more places to deploy capital gains for powerful tax advantages. The proposal would allow states to nominate a new roun…
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Real Estate News Brief: Builder Slowdown, Sales Surge, and Rising Inventory
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3:47Builders are slowing down, but inventory is rising. In this Real Estate News Brief, Kathy Fettke dives into the latest trends in home starts, sales, and what it all means for real estate investors. From the sharp decline in single-family construction to the resilience of multifamily and the growing number of completed homes for sale, this episode o…
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Zillow Pushes MLS Compliance: What It Means for Listings, Agents, and Investors
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3:38Zillow is enforcing stricter MLS compliance, requiring publicly marketed listings to appear on the MLS within one business day — or be removed from Zillow and Trulia. This move could have major implications for agents, investors, and off-market deal flow. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the policy means, why it’s controversial, and h…
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The Fed's Interest Rate Pause: What It Means for Real Estate and the Economy
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3:01The Fed's interest rate pause is making headlines as economic uncertainty reaches new heights. In this episode, Kathy Fettke unpacks what the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady means for real estate investors, borrowers, and the broader economy. With rising concerns about stagflation, shaky GDP numbers, and trade tensions driving marke…
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Is the Market Turning? First-Time Buyers Rise, Prices Cool, and Delinquencies Climb
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4:02First-time home buyers now make up a record 58% of agency purchase loans, according to ICE’s Monthly Mortgage Monitor — but price growth is cooling, and serious delinquencies are ticking up. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest data means for investors, lenders, and the 2025 housing market. Topics Discussed: 00:00 First Time Ho…
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FHA Scraps Biden-Era Foreclosure Rules: Are Faster Sales Ahead?
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2:57In a major shift, HUD and the FHA are walking back a Biden-era policy on foreclosures that gave nonprofits and government agencies first access to buy distressed properties. Originally intended to support affordable housing and community revitalization, the policy has delivered underwhelming results—prompting officials to reverse course. In this ep…
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New Study Reveals Police Funding Impacts Home Prices
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3:13A groundbreaking new study from the University of Cincinnati reveals that police funding can significantly impact home prices—but the effect depends on the income level of the community. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down economist David Brasington’s findings, which show that increasing police budgets raises…
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Del Taco Closures Could Unlock Major Real Estate Opportunities
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2:43A major shift is underway at Jack in the Box, owner of Del Taco, and it could open the door to hundreds of new real estate opportunities. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the company’s decision to potentially sell its Del Taco brand and close up to 200 underperforming locations. With softening demand and rising competition in the fast-food…
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Big Pharma’s U.S. Expansion: $56B Investment in Real Estate and Job Creation
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3:29Roche and Regeneron, two of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, have announced a combined $56 billion investment that’s set to transform U.S. real estate and manufacturing. Billions of dollars will go into expanding research and manufacturing facilities across key states like California, Indiana, New York, and North Carolina, creating tho…
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6,000+ Rental Units Linked to Convicted Investor Head to Auction
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2:41A massive real estate portfolio of over 6,000 rental units tied to convicted investor Eli Silber is set for auction following a multi-million-dollar loan fraud scheme. The properties, located across several states including Michigan, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania, are being sold after Silber defaulted on $20M in loans. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and th…
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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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