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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 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…

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Zillow's Most Popular Housing Markets of 2025 Dec 29, 2025

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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's list of the most popular housing markets of 2025, led by Rockford, Illinois. We look at why buyers are flocking to lower-priced markets with strong job access, fast-moving inventory, and growing out-of-state interest.

You'll also hear which cities are topping Zillow's rankings across categories — from large metros and small towns to vacation destinations, college towns, and retirement markets — and what these shifts signal for real estate investors.

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SOURCE: https://www.zillow.com/research/most-popular-markets-2025-35859/

NAR Existing-Home Sales Rise 0.5% in November Dec 26, 2025

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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.

The report also shows mixed regional trends, stronger single-family home sales compared to condos, and a growing share of investor and second-home buyers, as mortgage rates declined in November.

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SOURCE: https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/nar-existing-home-sales-report-shows-0-5-increase-in-november

New Bipartisan Housing Bill Advances in Congress Amid Affordability Crisis Dec 24, 2025

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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.

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SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/house-financial-committee-housing-century-act/

Single-Family Rental Investors Shift to Discipline Heading Into 2026 Dec 22, 2025

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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/ResiClub Single-Family Rental Investor Survey, including what it reveals about buying and selling plans, portfolio rebalancing, rising insurance costs, rent expectations, and shifting views on mortgage rates. The data points to a market driven less by speculation and more by fundamentals, cost control, and long-term strategy as investors position themselves for 2026.

We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data.

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SOURCES: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/full-results-to-the-lendingone-resiclub-sfr-investor-survey-q4-2025

Zillow Stock Slides as Google Tests Real Estate Listings in Search Dec 19, 2025

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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, producer Kailyn Bennett breaks down what Google's real estate listings test includes, why the market reacted so strongly, and what analysts from Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and Oppenheimer are saying about the potential impact on Zillow's business model. While experts say the threat is more long-term than immediate, Google's move highlights how shifts in search and lead generation could reshape the real estate tech landscape over time.

We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data.

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SOURCES: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/15/zillow-shares-are-getting-crushed-heres-why.html

November Consumer Prices Rose 2.7%, Below Expectations Dec 18, 2025

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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 usual, following a government shutdown that disrupted October data collection. Some figures reflect a two-month window, rather than standard month-to-month changes, adding important context for investors.

We look at what's driving inflation now — including food, energy, and shelter costs — and how markets reacted to the softer-than-expected data.

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SOURCES: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/markets-add-asterisk-to-november-inflation-surprise/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/18/cpi-inflation-report-november-2025.html

Jobs Report Shows Labor Market Weakening as Unemployment Hits 4.6% Dec 17, 2025

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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 Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving the slowdown, including sharp cuts in federal employment, slower wage growth, and mixed signals from consumer spending. We also look at which sectors are still adding jobs — like health care and construction — and where losses are mounting, including transportation and leisure and hospitality.

Finally, Kathy explains why this cooling labor market matters for real estate investors as we head toward 2026, and what to watch next with inflation data and Federal Reserve policy.

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SOURCES: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/jobs-report-november-october-payrolls-rcna249325

https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12/16/business/jobs-report-economy

2026 Housing Market Outlook: Rates, Demand & Key Shifts Dec 15, 2025

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What will shape the housing market in 2026? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down fresh insights from John Burns and his team of housing analysts on where rates, demand, construction costs, and rental markets are headed. Learn why demographic shifts are redefining who's buying, why long-term rates may stay higher for longer, and where builders and investors are finding the best opportunities in a market full of crosscurrents. If you want to understand the forces driving real estate in 2026—and how to position yourself—this episode delivers the key takeaways you need.

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SOURCE: https://jbrec.com/insights/housing-market-strategy-2026-executive-insights/?utm_campaign=BMI&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--P4yI2OFWIg9RdmXYuyQGfoz_lJk_YXqxa7xUGDdSIj3M297ymgBcrEx-hDMC5s22mrCoduebOcUvdHWRPusQT3n6vLLuZnbKBBt2oPA9y8fYBdqQ&_hsmi=390969412&utm_content=390969412&utm_source=hs_email

What the December Fed Rate Cut Means for Real Estate Investors Dec 12, 2025

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The Fed's December rate cut brings the policy rate down to 3.5%–3.75%, but what does it really mean for real estate investors? Kathy breaks down why mortgage rates don't move directly with Fed decisions, how the shift toward "neutral" policy shapes the 2026 outlook, and why affordability and home sales may improve as rates stabilize. A quick, clear look at what investors should watch next.

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SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/research/federal-reserve-december-2025-meeting/ https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12/10/business/federal-reserve-interest-rates

Housing Demand Hits 3-Year High as Mortgage Spreads Improve Dec 11, 2025

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Housing demand is finishing 2025 on a high note. Mortgage purchase applications have climbed to their strongest level in nearly three years, thanks to 18 straight weeks of improved mortgage spreads keeping rates near 6%. In today's episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving this surge in buyer activity, how inventory and pricing trends are shifting, and what the latest data signals for the housing market as we head into 2026.

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SOURCE: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-spreads-boost-demand/

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