Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast

The U.S. Treasury is doubling the size of certain long-term debt buybacks after a sharp rise in Treasury yields. The move brought some immediate relief to the bond market, but will it actually help bring mortgage rates down? Kathy Fettke explains what Treasury buybacks are, why bond yields matter for mortgage rates, and the bigger forces that could keep borrowing costs elevated for real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/what-does-bessents-treasury-buyback-plan-mean-for-mortgage-rates/?utm_source=originator&utm_medium=news&utm_campaign=newlayout

Housing affordability isn't just about home prices. A new Redfin analysis finds that housing and childcare for one child now consume about 52% of the typical working family's income nationwide—and in some expensive metros, the combined cost approaches an entire household income.

Kathy Fettke looks at where families have the most financial breathing room, where affordability is stretched to the limit, and why rising childcare costs could force some families to delay homeownership and remain renters longer. Plus, what these changing affordability dynamics could mean for rental demand and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.redfin.com/news/housing-childcare-costs-winnie/

A bipartisan bill gaining momentum in Congress could double the capital gains tax exclusion for homeowners who sell their primary residence. The proposal would raise the exclusion from $250,000 to $500,000 for single filers and from $500,000 to $1 million for married couples filing jointly, with future increases tied to inflation.

Supporters say the change could also help unlock housing inventory by removing a potential tax barrier for longtime homeowners who are reluctant to sell. Kathy Fettke explains what's in the More Homes on the Market Act, why the National Association of Realtors is backing it, and what the proposal could mean for homeowners, housing supply, and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/capital-gains-tax-exclusion-more-homes-on-the-market-act/

A Trump Jr.-backed investment firm is making a major bet on Sun Belt real estate. 1789 Capital has closed a $1.2 billion fund that could support more than $8 billion in total real estate investment across Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Georgia and the Carolinas. Kathy Fettke breaks down where the money is headed, why multifamily housing is a key target, and why CBRE is also warning that some Sun Belt apartment markets are still dealing with excess supply and greater sensitivity to job-market changes.

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Source: https://www.bisnow.com/news/national/capital-markets/trump-jr-backed-firm-targeting-8b-sun-belt-real-estate

https://www.cbre.com/insights/books/us-real-estate-market-outlook-midyear-review-2026

Mortgage rates moved lower after a cooler inflation report eased concerns that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates again this year. The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 briefly hit record highs, while the 10-year Treasury yield fell sharply. What does this shift mean for housing and real estate investors? Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest inflation data, the Fed debate, and why the next inflation report could be important for the direction of mortgage rates.

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Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/markets/stocks-bonds-ppi-inflation-rcna592331

Private real estate listings are facing new scrutiny in Washington. Congress is examining whether private listing networks could limit competition or hurt consumers, while Compass says its phased marketing strategy can help sellers get higher prices. Kathy Fettke breaks down the conflicting research and what the growing off-MLS debate could mean for home sellers and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/off-mls-antitrust-scrutiny/

U.S. homeowners are sitting on a record $18 trillion in home equity as home price growth hits a 14-month high. Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest ICE Mortgage Monitor, including where borrowers are going underwater, why shopping for a mortgage could save thousands, and where investors are finding unusually large discounts on bank-owned properties.

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Source: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/resources/data-reports/august-2026-mortgage-monitor

JPMorgan Chase is making a massive bet on U.S. housing. The nation's largest bank plans to deploy more than $750 billion over the next decade, with goals to finance or preserve one million affordable homes and help 500,000 people become homeowners. Kathy Fettke breaks down the plan and what this huge commitment could signal for real estate investors.

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Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/real-estate/articles/jpmorgan-seeks-pour-750-billion-130000540.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAKbukk4NuaUAhYzbrfTarh_zxpVkW55oEx8J6fzjYOajCCKcIQDDJRHNtphQ46xRGjafr4iLFPU0FTsiRy9vG1V2BhiOFCKbEfRDnG3cIWZXjylPXCUy1_OeTBTPm88Xp81wBwbfO-Z5gme5OyPrLOXGWg8qcsQ_m0LP8v4zgFm

The U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July as the labor market showed new signs of weakness. May and June job growth was also revised down by a combined 103,000 jobs, while unemployment held at 4.1%. Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest jobs report could mean for interest rates, housing, and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm

The American Real Estate Association is growing fast and positioning itself as an alternative to the National Association of Realtors. ARA expects membership to reach at least 100,000 by the end of 2026, helped by new brokerage partnerships including RE/MAX. Kathy Fettke looks at what the group's growth could mean for the real estate industry and housing policy.

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Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/ara-board-membership-growth/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20-%20HWPlus%20Member%20Digest&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--HkqE9l5CaxMcDSPDZBmhKfg7LwcR_v4BJ8hhue39Da5-5pclRe2msCyvQFMMXDLQWahRJZ8xU87oEABvu_Gcd9wBBJQ&_hsmi=431439143&utm_content=431439143&utm_source=hs_email