How Brian Luebben Built Wealth Fast with Real Estate, Businesses & Cash Flow
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Release Date: 01/06/2026
From $50M Loss to Massive Comeback: Rod Khleif on Real Estate, Mindset, and Cycles
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with real estate investor and educator Rod Khleif, who shares the unfiltered story behind losing more than $50 million during the housing market crash — and how he rebuilt even bigger by mastering mindset, focus, and disciplined investing. Rod breaks down the psychology behind real estate success, why fear and limiting beliefs stop most investors, and how market cycles actually create opportunity for those prepared to act. They also discuss lessons from the 2008 crash, mistakes investors made during the recent multifamily...
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Kathy Fettke's 2026 Housing Market Forecast
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this special episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke shares her 2026 housing market forecast and what it means for real estate investors. Recorded from a recent RealWealth webinar, Kathy breaks down where home prices may be headed, what’s happening with mortgage rates, inventory, affordability, and why today’s housing market is very different from past downturns. She explains how to cut through fear-based headlines, understand the data that really matters, and position yourself for long-term wealth in a changing market. Whether you’re actively buying, waiting on the sidelines,...
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Is Commercial Real Estate Entering a New Cycle? With Xander Snyder
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke is joined by Senior Commercial Real Estate Economist at First American, to break down where we are in the commercial real estate cycle and what it means for investors. Xander explains why prices have stabilized, why transaction volume is slowly returning, and why he believes we’re at the beginning of the next commercial real estate cycle. They discuss multifamily oversupply in key Sunbelt markets, vacancy and rent trends across Class A, B, and C properties, and why some regions may recover faster than others. The conversation also covers...
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How to Retrain Your Brain for Real Estate Success with Rich Fettke
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with her husband to explore why real estate success starts in the brain, not the deal. Rich shares insights from over 20 years of teaching The Focused Investor, explaining how negativity bias and fear can derail investors — and how retraining your thinking can lead to better decisions across market cycles. You’ll learn why asking better questions matters more than chasing advice, how future-focused thinking shapes smarter investing today, and why mindset is the foundation of long-term real estate success. Rich will be...
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How a High-Income Doctor Built Passive Income & Tax Savings With Real Estate
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
High-income doctors face burnout, heavy taxes, and limited time — often without financial training to build long-term wealth. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with Dr. Matthew Bloom about how he built passive income through real estate, including purchasing a rental home through RealWealth. Dr. Bloom shares lessons learned from managing long-distance rentals, avoiding high-risk deals, and choosing a more passive investment that delivers steady cash flow with minimal involvement. A valuable listen for doctors and busy professionals looking to invest smarter, reduce...
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Mikey Taylor: From Pro Skateboarder to Real Estate Investor
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with —former professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and mayor of Thousand Oaks—to unpack how he built long-term wealth after a short pro sports career. Mikey shares how early financial discipline, mentorship, and a clear “financial freedom number” helped him avoid lifestyle inflation and redirect his income into assets that generate cash flow. From self-storage and multifamily real estate to building and selling a craft brewery, Mikey explains how he transitioned from passion-driven income to...
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Why Note Investing Is Booming: How to Buy Mortgages with Eddie Speed
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
As traditional mortgage lending tightens and rental returns compress, note investing is quietly making a comeback. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with a 45-year veteran of the note investing business, to explain why now may be one of the best cycles in decades to “be the bank.” Eddie breaks down why seller-financed notes are thriving as loan origination volumes collapse, how investors are earning strong interest income without managing tenants, and what separates high-quality notes from risky deals. They also explore why underserved borrowers are driving...
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2026 Housing Market Outlook With Rick Sharga: Investor Sentiment, Prices & Rates
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Housing expert Rick Sharga joins Kathy Fettke to share a data-driven 2026 housing market outlook based on the latest investor sentiment survey. They break down where home prices, mortgage rates, and investor activity may be headed, why more investors are shifting from fix-and-flips to rentals, and whether fears of a housing crash are supported by the data. A realistic, no-hype look at what real estate investors should expect in 2026. 🏠 Want to learn more about investing in real estaste? Join us at The Passive Wealth Expo. Visit to learn more. DISCLAIMER The views and...
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How Brian Luebben Built Wealth Fast with Real Estate, Businesses & Cash Flow
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Brian Luebben to break down how he built wealth rapidly by combining real estate investing, business buying, and a disciplined cash flow strategy. Brian shares how he transitioned from a successful corporate sales career to financial freedom in just a few years—starting with house hacking and co-living, then scaling into short-term rentals, business acquisitions, and eventually commercial real estate. He explains why many investors get stuck chasing equity instead of cash flow, and how clarity around income goals can...
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Start 2026 With Passive Income: RealWealth’s Texas Fund
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
As 2026 begins, many investors are looking for smarter, more hands-off ways to generate income. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke is joined by her partner, Leah, to walk through RealWealth’s Texas real estate fund. They break down why this fund focuses on single-family rentals with select small multifamily properties, how current market conditions in Texas are creating unique buying opportunities, and what investors should understand about returns, risks, refinancing strategies, and exit options. The conversation also covers why fewer buyers in today’s market can mean...
info_outlineIn this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Brian Luebben to break down how he built wealth rapidly by combining real estate investing, business buying, and a disciplined cash flow strategy.
Brian shares how he transitioned from a successful corporate sales career to financial freedom in just a few years—starting with house hacking and co-living, then scaling into short-term rentals, business acquisitions, and eventually commercial real estate. He explains why many investors get stuck chasing equity instead of cash flow, and how clarity around income goals can simplify investing decisions.
You’ll also hear practical insights on buying cash-flowing businesses, using real estate for tax advantages like cost segregation, and why mindset alone isn’t enough without a clear execution plan. If you’re a high-income earner or investor trying to decide between real estate, business ownership, or both, this conversation offers a clear framework for building wealth with intention.
🏠 Want to learn more about investing in real estaste? Join us at The Passive Wealth Expo. Visit www.Realwealth.com/Expo to learn more.
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.