Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast

onstruction spending was nearly flat in June, but the latest numbers reveal a market that's moving in two very different directions. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the newest U.S. Census Bureau data, why residential construction continues to slow, and how the AI boom is fueling record investment in data centers while much of the rest of the commercial market struggles. Find out what these trends could mean for real estate investors and where opportunities may be emerging.

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Sources: https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-construction-spending-unexpectedly-falls-june-2026-08-03/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.census.gov/construction/c30/current/index.html

Buying a condo may have just become more complicated. New mortgage rules from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac require lenders to take a closer look at a condominium association's finances, insurance coverage, reserve funding, and building condition before many loans can be approved. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what changed, why regulators implemented the new rules, and what condo buyers and real estate investors should know before making their next purchase.

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Source: https://www.fastcompany.com/91584458/new-condo-mortgage-rules-could-mean-delays-denials-and-higher-costs

The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the second quarter of 2026, but the headline doesn't tell the whole story. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest GDP report, why AI investment is reshaping the economy, what strong consumer spending says about the health of the market, and why real estate investors should keep a close eye on inflation, interest rates, and housing activity in the months ahead.

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Source: https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/30/business/us-economy-growth-weaker-gdp

The U.S. housing market is splitting in two. New Zillow data shows starter homes are sitting on the market longer, seeing more price cuts, and selling less often, while luxury homes continue to attract buyers. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving the divide, why affordability is keeping many first-time buyers on the sidelines, and what these trends could mean for real estate investors looking for opportunities in today's market.

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Source: Source: https://www.zillow.com/research/starter-homes-price-tiers-36571/

A new financing model in Massachusetts could offer a solution to one of the biggest challenges facing multifamily development today: getting stalled projects back on track. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains how the state's innovative BILD program combines public debt and equity to help developers close financing gaps, build more mixed-income housing, and increase apartment supply. Learn why housing experts believe this approach could be replicated across the country and what it could mean for real estate investors, developers, and the future of multifamily housing.

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Source: https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/multifamily/how-a-new-financing-model-is-helping-spur-more-mixed-income-housing-135599

he Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the seventh straight meeting, but the biggest news was the rare split among policymakers. Three Fed officials voted for a rate hike, signaling growing concern that inflation may remain stubborn. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the Fed's latest decision means for inflation, mortgage rates, and why markets are increasingly expecting another rate hike before the end of the year. Plus, what real estate investors should be watching next.

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Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/fed-meeting-interest-rate-decision-kevin-warsh-rcna589536

Battery storage is emerging as one of commercial real estate's fastest-growing asset classes. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains why investors are pouring billions into Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), how data centers are fueling demand, and why industrial land, parking lots, and other underused properties could become valuable energy infrastructure.

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Source: https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/energy/the-nations-battery-energy-storage-boom-brings-investment-opportunities-to-cre-135536

Student loan defaults are rising again, and that could have a bigger impact on the housing market than many investors realize. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains how millions of borrowers falling into default could shrink the pool of qualified homebuyers, especially in key Sun Belt markets. Learn why credit scores matter just as much as mortgage rates, and what this trend could mean for housing demand and new home construction.

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Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/sun-belt-student-loan-defaults/

America's senior homeowners are wealthier than ever. According to a new report from the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association and Riskspan, homeowners age 62 and older now hold a record $14.92 trillion in home equity. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explains what's driving the rebound, why it matters for retirees, and how this growing pool of housing wealth could shape real estate investing and the transfer of wealth to future generations.

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Source: https://www.nrmlaonline.org/about/press-releases/17828

Could one of the biggest solutions to America's housing shortage already be sitting on the market? A new Zillow report finds that more than 300,000 vacant residential lots are currently listed for sale across the U.S. If just one home were built on each lot, the nation's housing shortage could shrink by more than 6%. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what the findings mean, why building remains so difficult, and why vacant land could present new opportunities for real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.zillow.com/news/more-than-300000-empty-lots-for-sale-could-close-americas-housing-shortage-by-6-percent/