Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast

Darryl and Monica Spruill went from two rental units to seven in less than a year. And they did it while juggling careers, family life, and learning the ins and outs of real estate investing.

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with the couple about how they diversified beyond the stock market and used RealWealth's resources, investment counselors, and vetted property teams to purchase rental properties in three different states.

They share how they used a 1031 exchange to turn one investment property into multiple rentals, evaluated new markets, secured favorable financing, and even used AI to accelerate their learning. They also discuss the challenges of buying multiple properties at once and the importance of having the right team in place.

Ready to explore your own rental property opportunities? Visit www.RealWealth.com/Schedule to speak with a RealWealth investment counselor.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

What habits make you a better real estate investor? And is a bigger portfolio always better?

In this episode, Kathy Fettke talks with investor Nate Robbins about building wealth through consistency, simple systems, and smart growth. Nate shares lessons from flipping houses, finding deals, and knowing when to scale.

Plus, why your health, relationships, and happiness may be the most important investments you ever make.

Ready to grow your real estate portfolio? RealWealth connects investors with experienced investment counselors who can help you explore opportunities and build a strategy that fits your goals. Get started at www.RealWealth.com/Schedule.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

Where are mortgage rates headed in 2027, and should real estate investors buy now or wait? Kathy Fettke welcomes lending expert Caeli Ridge back to discuss her mortgage rate forecast, inflation, recession risks, and what investors can expect from the lending market. They explore why investors are refinancing despite higher rates, how interest-only loans and builder incentives can improve cash flow, and why today's buyer's market may offer opportunities for those ready to act. Plus, Caeli breaks down upcoming appraisal changes, potential lending policy updates, and lessons learned from the 2008 housing crash. Want to explore your financing options for investment properties? Connect with Caeli Ridge and her team at Ridge Lending. Visit www.RealWealth.com/Lender to learn more.

Finding rental properties that meet the 1% rule isn't easy in today's market. But David and Morgan Stanhope have built a portfolio of 16 single-family rentals that are still hitting that benchmark.

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke explores their unique sober living rental strategy, which generates an average of $1,200 in monthly cash flow per property. They share how they got started, financed their investments, and partnered with nonprofits to create a relatively hands-off rental business.

🏘️ Ready to build your own rental portfolio? Visit www.RealWealth.com/90Days for a FREE PDF.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

What if managing your rental property portfolio only took a few hours a week?

Real estate investor Palak Shah joins Kathy Fettke to share how she went from working as a mechanical engineer to building a rental portfolio she now manages in just 3–5 hours a week.

Palak explains how she uses systems, automation, and outsourcing to grow her portfolio without taking on another full-time job. They also discuss the stability of single-family rentals, investing in today's higher-interest-rate environment, and the three skills every investor needs to successfully scale.

🏘️ Learn more about getting a rental property before the end of the year at www.realwealth.com/90days.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

How can real estate investors grow their rental portfolios when interest rates are high? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with Yianni Garcia of RateRight Mortgage about financing strategies, including HELOCs, cash-out refinancing, and DSCR loans. They explore how investors can tap into existing equity, finance new rental properties, and make smarter borrowing decisions in today's market.

🏘️ Learn more at about RateRight at www.Realwealth.com/RateRight.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

House flipping has become more challenging as higher costs, shifting home prices, and changing buyer expectations put pressure on profits. But some investors are finding ways to adapt.

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with real estate investor Dominique Gunderson about building a successful long-distance house flipping business. Dominique shares how she got started at a young age, why she chose to invest out of state, and how she's adjusted her strategy to navigate a changing housing market.

They also discuss finding deals, managing contractors remotely, financing renovations, and deciding when to flip a property versus holding it as a long-term rental.

🏘️ Interested in purchasing a rental property before the end of the year? Visit www.Realwealth.com/90Days for a free PDF.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

Foreclosures are rising across the U.S., but does that signal trouble for the housing market? Kathy Fettke sits down with Daren Blomquist of Auction.com to discuss what's driving the increase, which markets are seeing the most distress, and why some recent homebuyers are particularly vulnerable.

They also explore changing foreclosure auction trends, opportunities for real estate investors, and what Daren's forecasts reveal about the housing market heading into 2027. Could rising foreclosures remain a return to normal, or are bigger challenges ahead?

🏘️ Interested in purchasing a rental property before the end of the year? Meet with a Realwealth investment counselor at www.Realwealth.com/Schedule.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

Where are the economy, interest rates, and housing headed from here? Kathy Fettke sits down with longtime housing economist and former Fannie Mae Chief Economist Doug Duncan for his latest outlook.

Doug breaks down what's keeping interest rates elevated, why inflation remains stubborn, and what today's job market is telling us about the strength of the economy. He also explains why the housing market remains unusually slow, what needs to happen for affordability to improve, and why mortgage rates may not come down significantly anytime soon.

Plus, they discuss AI and its potential impact on jobs and productivity, challenges facing the multifamily market, and the regional housing trends Doug is watching across the country.

🏡 If you want to purchase a rental property before the end of the year, visit www.Realwealth.com/90Days for a free pdf!

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.

Is it too late to buy a rental property before the end of 2026? RealWealth Investment Counselors Leah Collich and Grant Anderson say there's still time—but investors need to start moving now.

In this episode, Leah and Grant break down the steps to get from researching markets to closing on a property, along with some of the incentives they're seeing in today's market. They discuss builder rate buy-downs as low as 3.75%, property management and rental guarantees, seller credits, and why leased-up properties could be especially attractive heading into the holiday season.

🏡 If you want to purchase a rental property before the end of the year, visit www.Realwealth.com/Schedule where you can book a free call with Leah or Grant.

DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or course of action. For more information, go to www.RealWealthShow.com.