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 law affecting investors, self-directed IRA investing and 401k changes, where rents and property values are rising or falling, flipping risks, new Dodd-Frank rules regarding private lending and financing standards, areas with job losses vs job growth, areas that are overbuilt or over-supplied versus areas with low supply and high demand, and how to avoid real esta...
Gen X and Millennials are set to inherit nearly $2.4 trillion in U.S. real estate over the next decade, and the impact is already being felt—especially in luxury housing markets.
A new report from Coldwell Banker Global Luxury reveals that Americans aged 60 and older now control nearly two-thirds of U.S. wealth, fueling wha...
One year into Donald Trump's second term, what does the U.S. economy really look like?
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new economic data examining Trump's first year back in office — from the slowest job growth outside a recession in decades to resilient GDP growth, elevated tariffs, ...
According to reporting from the New York Post, a Texas contractor couple pleaded guilty in a nearly $5 million fraud scheme that left more than 40 clients with unfinished and unsafe homes. Victims reported serious code violations, abandoned projects, and major financial losses.
In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what hap...
The U.S. House has passed the Affordable HOMES Act in a bipartisan vote, a move supporters say could lower the cost of manufactured homes by as much as $10,000 per unit.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the bill does, why manufactured housing is central to the plan, and how restor...
A rare and unprecedented showdown is unfolding in Washington — and investors are paying close attention.
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, the sitting Chair of the Federal Reserve, triggering swift backlash from lawmakers, economis...
Inflation ended the year largely unchanged, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data, with lower gasoline prices helping to offset higher food and housing costs. Consumer prices were up 2.7 percent from a year earlier, while core inflation held at 2.6 percent.
According to reporting from
As markets head into 2026, investors are closely watching a potential leadership change at the Federal Reserve. With Chair Jerome Powell's term ending in May, expectations around interest rates, bond yields, and credit conditions are already shifting.
In this episode, Kathy Fettke break...
Mortgage rates slipped below a key psychological threshold after President Trump ordered $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities purchases through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the announcement means for mortgage rates, housing demand, and real estate-related stocks.
A major political headline sent shockwaves through housing markets this week after President Donald Trump said he plans to ban large institutional investors from buying additional single-family homes. The proposal, framed as a move to restore housing affordability, immediately hit single-family rental stocks — but would it actually help buyers?
New data from the American Housing Survey reveals that 6.45 million U.S. homes failed to meet basic living standards in 2023 — including 1.65 million classified as severely inadequate. These homes lack essential features such as reliable heating, safe electrical systems, running water, or have major structural problems.
Why are Americans waiting longer than ever to buy their first home?
In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down new reporting from HousingWire on how rising student loan balances, credit card debt, and higher living costs are delaying homeownership for Millennials and Gen Z. With the median first-time buyer now at a record age of 40, debt pressures are reshaping wh...
High-income job losses are beginning to cool housing demand across the U.S. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new labor market analysis from John Burns Research and Consulting, showing declines in tech, professional services, and finance jobs — the sectors that typically drive homebuying demand. We look at what's ha...
One of America's largest homebuilders says its average home price is down more than 20 percent from the peak of the pandemic housing boom. But a closer look shows much of that decline is being driven by incentives, not deep price cuts.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new data from Res...
Where is buyer demand showing up in 2025? According to a new report from Zillow, the hottest housing markets this year aren't the usual coastal or Sun Belt favorites — they're affordable Midwestern cities.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down Zillow'...
Producer Kailyn Bennett reports on the latest National Association of REALTORS® data showing existing-home sales rose 0.5% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million. While sales increased for the third straight month, inventory tightened to 4.2 months of supply, and the national median home price rose 1.2% year over year.
In this episode, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down a new bipartisan housing bill that has advanced out of the House Financial Services Committee as lawmakers look for solutions to the housing affordability crisis. We cover what's included in the Housing for the 21st Century Act, how it aims to streamline zoning and permitting, and why expanding housing supply remains central to improving affordability.
Single-family rental investors are heading into 2026 with a more disciplined, selective mindset, according to new survey data. While investor confidence remains intact, the era of "growth at all costs" appears to be over.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Q4 2025 LendingOne/R...
Zillow shares dropped sharply after reports revealed that Google is testing real estate listings directly inside its search results. The news sparked investor concern about long-term competition and platform risk, sending Zillow's stock down more than 9% in a single session.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, pr...
A delayed inflation report shows consumer prices rose 2.7% over the past year, coming in below economist expectations. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, increased 2.6% year over year.
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down why this CPI report looks different than usu...
New federal jobs data confirms the U.S. labor market softened in October and November. After weeks of delays caused by the government shutdown, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports job losses in October, modest hiring in November, and an unemployment rate rising to 4.6% — the highest level since 2021.
In this episode of Real ...
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com