Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast
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...
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Consumer Confidence Rises, but Americans Are Still Worried
<p >Consumer confidence improved slightly in June as gas prices fell, but Americans remain worried about inflation, jobs, and the economy. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest confidence data, consumer spending trends, and labor market outlook could mean for the housing market and real estate investors.</p> <p > </p> <p >Want to learn more about real estate? Visit www.Newforinvestors.com</p> <p > </p> <p >Source: https://apnews.com/article/consumer-confidence-economy-inflation-da0a1dee651d3e36123e8e83622c4ac4</p>
New Bipartisan Housing Bill Focuses on Disaster Prevention
<p>A new bipartisan bill in Congress would allow communities to use federal housing funds to prepare for disasters before they happen instead of waiting to rebuild afterward. Kathy Fettke explains what the proposed legislation could mean for homeowners, real estate investors, insurance costs, and the future of housing resilience.</p> Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/liccardo-timmons-bill-ounce-of-prevention-act/
Small Investors Are Buying More Homes as Wall Street Pulls Back
<p >Small investors are buying more homes while Wall Street pulls back. Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Realtor.com data, where investors are purchasing properties, why the Midwest and Sun Belt continue to lead, and what the shift could mean for individual real estate investors looking for opportunity.</p> <p > </p> <p >Get your FREE PDF at www.RealWealth.com/AffordableMarkets</p> <p > </p> <p >Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/real-estate-investor-report-2026/</p>
Fed Stress Test: Can Banks Survive a Housing Crash?
<p >The Federal Reserve's latest stress test found that America's largest banks could withstand a severe recession, a 30% drop in home prices, and a 39% decline in commercial real estate values while continuing to lend. Kathy Fettke explains what the results mean for real estate investors and why a resilient banking system matters for the housing market.</p> <p > </p> <p >Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsForInvestors.com</p> <p > </p> <p >Source: https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/bcreg20260624a.htm</p>
Record 401(k) Balances Still Aren't Enough for Retirement
<p >Americans are saving more for retirement than ever before, according to Vanguard's latest "How America Saves" report. But even with record 401(k) balances, many workers may still be far from generating enough income to replace a paycheck. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the numbers and explains what they could mean for real estate investors looking to build long-term retirement income.</p> <p > </p> <p >Want to watch our free retirement webinar? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com.</p> <p > </p> <p >Sources: https://workplace.vanguard.com/content/iig-transformation/pdf/how-america-saves-2026.html</p> <p > https://401kspecialistmag.com/how-america-saves-2026-preview-strong-market-auto-features-power-record-401k-balances</p>...
Trump Delays 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
<p >A housing bill hailed as the most significant housing legislation in decades has hit an unexpected roadblock. Kathy Fettke explains why President Trump is delaying the signing of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, what's in the bill, and what it could mean for housing supply, affordability, and real estate investors.</p> <p > </p> <p >Want to learn more? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com</p> <p > </p> <p >Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/us-house-overwhelmingly-backs-affordable-housing-bill-2026-06-23/?utm_source=chatgpt.com</p>
Bank of America Predicts Three Fed Hikes: Will It Happen?
<p >Bank of America now expects three Fed rate hikes before year-end, citing persistent inflation, a resilient economy, and a more hawkish Federal Reserve under Chair Kevin Warsh. But the bond market isn't convinced. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the forecast means for mortgage rates, housing affordability, and real estate investors.</p> <p > </p> <p >Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets for you FREE PDF.</p> <p > </p> <p >Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/bofa-forecasts-75-bps-rate-hikes-2026-labour-market-resilience-new-fed-chair-2026-06-22/</p>
How SBA's New $10M Loan Limit Could Impact Real Estate
<p>The SBA has doubled the combined limit for its 7(a) and 504 loan programs, allowing eligible businesses to access up to $10 million in financing. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what the change could mean for commercial real estate, homebuilders, and investors watching business expansion trends.</p> <p> </p> <p>Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com. </p> <p> </p> <p>Source: https://www.sba.gov/article/2026/05/18/sba-doubles-cumulative-7a-504-loan-limit-10-million </p>
What Rising Title Insurance Sales Say About Housing Demand
<p>Title insurance premiums climbed 15% in the first quarter of 2026, reaching $4.5 billion nationwide. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what rising title insurance sales may reveal about housing demand, real estate transaction activity, and where investors are seeing momentum in today's market.</p> <p> </p> <p>Download our FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/FiveQuestions. </p> <p> </p> <p>Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/title-insurance-premiums-rise-to-4-5b-in-q1/ </p>
Why the U.S. Economy Is Outperforming Other Countries
<p>A new report shows the U.S. economy continues to outperform many other developed nations despite inflation, global conflicts, and trade tensions. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explores what's driving America's economic resilience and what it could mean for housing demand, mortgage rates, and real estate investors.</p> <p> </p> <p>Download our FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/TopCities </p> <p> </p> <p>Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy031el03po </p>
