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 estate scams. We'll bring you the latest reports from organizations like the National Association of Realtors, Realty Trac, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Zillow, Trulia, Redfin, Rent Range, Property Radar, the Norris Group, Peter Schiff, Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad, Suse Orman, Bigger Pockets, Dave Ramsey and more. And we'll help you interpret the data in terms that make sense for your real estate goals, and portfolio. Grow and protect your wealth by staying on the forefront of economic data analysis, expert opinions, innovative investing strategies and profitable investment opportunities. We'll share all the top real estate news stories and the best trade secrets investors should know, so you can stay ahead of the curve and make fully informed real estate decisions. Host Kathy Fettke is Co-CEO of the Real Wealth Network, author of Retire Rich with Rentals and host of the Real Wealth Show on iTunes. She brings decades of media and real estate investing experience, offers her own viewpoints on particular topics, and taps into her network of real estate experts for real world news updates created just for investors like you. Get the real news on real estate on Real Estate News For Investors podcast! Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe! Love what you hear? Please leave us a review! Thanks for listening!
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How Will You Future-Proof Your Portfolio Against Climate Risks?
04/20/2024
How Will You Future-Proof Your Portfolio Against Climate Risks?
Earth Day is here again, as a reminder to celebrate this beautiful planet we live on. For real estate investors, It's also a reminder to check on our own properties and do whatever we can to make them more resilient to natural disasters. Climate resiliency is what CoreLogic says is the key to “future real estate stability.” Environmental risk is becoming more important for anyone buying property, whether it’s due to potential flooding, wildfires, hurricanes or even sea level changes. Although climate-related natural disasters pose a financial threat to every industry, they pose a huge threat to the real estate industry which also accounts for a substantial portion of our US economy... ...If you haven’t done it already, let Earth Day be an inspiration to do the research you need to make your properties more resilient to climate-related events. It may also help guide you as to where you want to invest and how to fortify your portfolio against the risks, not just for you but for future generations. You’ll find links to the CoreLogic articles in the show notes at newsforinvestors.com. You can also find out more about smart real estate investing as a RealWealth member and by in San Francisco on May 4th. We’ll have five property teams giving presentations about their markets and available rental properties. We’re also hosting a Cocktail Party in the evening so you can meet fellow investors and find out what they are doing. You can get information on the live event and a at newsforinvestors.com. And please remember to if you haven’t already! Thanks for listening! And Happy Earth Day! Kathy Links: 1 - 2 - 3 -
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US Supreme Court Victory for California Property Owners & Developers!
04/18/2024
US Supreme Court Victory for California Property Owners & Developers!
California property owners, developers and affordable housing advocates are scoring a big win from the US Supreme Court! The high court ruled that local “impact fees” imposed on newly constructed homes can be challenged in court. This is a significant win for property rights because these fees can add a substantial amount of money onto the price of a home. The case began with a lawsuit by George Sheetz in California’s El Dorado County. That’s in the foothills heading toward Lake Tahoe. Sheetz is a 72-year-old retiree who applied for a permit in 2016 to build an 18-hundred square foot manufactured home on a small lot that is zoned for residential use. The county then imposed a traffic mitigation fee or “impact fee” of $23,420... ...That’s it for this episode. You’ll find links to our source material in the show notes at . I’d also like to invite you to attend our in San Francisco on May 4th. We will be showcasing six property teams who provide rental properties in markets with strong job and population growth and are more affordable for investors. We will also be hosting a cocktail party in the evening so you can meet fellow investors and members of the RealWealth team. You’ll find information on under the Connect tab and then Live Events. And please remember to and if you haven’t already! Thanks for listening! Kathy Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - .
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The Real Estate News Brief: Rate-Cut Hopes Deflate, Price Impact on Construction, Property Tax Sticker Shock
04/16/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Rate-Cut Hopes Deflate, Price Impact on Construction, Property Tax Sticker Shock
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending April 15th, 2024... why the latest inflation reports could postpone the Fed’s rate-cutting plan, how inflation continues to impact construction costs, and why homeowners are getting sticker shock from property tax bills. We begin with economic news from this past week that was dominated by two of the latest inflation reports. The Consumer Price Index or CPI came out on Wednesday and the Producer Price Index or PPI came out on Thursday. Unfortunately for everyone wanting a great inflation report, the March CPI was hotter than expected. It rose .4% in March for an annual rate of 3.5%. That’s up from 3.2% last month. That is not what the Fed wants to see as it decides to lower the Federal Funds rate... ...That’s it for today. You can read more about the stories in this episode by following links in the show notes at . We are also encouraging all of our listeners to . As a member, you’ll get updates on what’s new for the housing market and for real estate investors. Our big focus right now is a on Saturday May 4th in San Francisco. We’ll have six property teams giving presentations on their markets and the kind of rental properties available. We are also hosting a cocktail party in the evening to give people an opportunity to share their real estate investing stories and get to know one another. You can find out more about that at . Just click on Connect and then Live Events. . Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 -
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Will Squatters Take Your Property? New Florida Law Says “NO”!
04/12/2024
Will Squatters Take Your Property? New Florida Law Says “NO”!
Florida Realtors are celebrating a new law that makes it easier for property owners to remove squatters. It’s become a crisis situation across the nation when squatters take control of a property and claim they are the victims. Florida has changed that, but property owners also need to protect themselves from the illegal occupation of their rightful homes... ...You should also know your rights and the rights of squatters (if they have any) for the area where your property is located. If squatters don’t leave when you ask them, you may have to file an eviction notice and take them to court. And make sure you have a lawyer who’s experienced with property rights law. The Florida anti-squatting law will take effect on July 1st. That’s it for this episode. We’ve posted links to some of these stories in the show notes if you’d like to read more about it. Just go to . I’d also like to mention our live event on May 4th in San Francisco for people who’d like to invest in rental properties. We’ll have a total of six property teams giving presentations including two from Florida where the new anti-squatting law will help protect our properties! There will also be a cocktail party after the main event so you can get to know your fellow investors and members of our RealWealth team. Get more details and sign up at under the Connect tab and then Live Events. And please remember to if you haven’t already! Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 -
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Investors Enjoy Sizzling Hot Housing Demand in DALLAS!
04/11/2024
Investors Enjoy Sizzling Hot Housing Demand in DALLAS!
Demand for housing in and around Dallas, Texas continues to soar. While investors have been pouring millions of dollars into creating more affordable housing, the metro is attracting so many people that tens of thousands of homes are still needed. Supply isn’t expected to catch up to demand any time soon. An article in Bisnow says that investors have put a record amount of money into the area, but it hasn’t done much to close the affordable housing gap. Executive director of the Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers, Roger Arriaga, says: “The demand is excruciatingly big. We haven’t really even dented what the true need is for affordable housing.”... ...This is why we started a North Dallas Rental Fund, which is now closed to new investment, but is still in the process of buying and renovating properties. The plan is to lease the updated homes to tech professionals who are moving to the area. My fund partner is also a property manager and helps individuals build their own rental portfolio. You can find out more about that by at newsforinvestors.com. You can also learn about the Dallas market by attending our live event on Saturday, May 4th, in San Francisco. There’s more information on that at our website at . That’s it for this episode. And be sure to sign up in advance for the live event on May 4th in San Francisco. We’ll have a total of six property teams giving presentations, plus a cocktail party afterward. Just go to , click on Connect and then Live Events. And please remember to if you haven’t already! Thanks for listening! Kathy Links: 1 - 2 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Rate Cut Predictions, Major Cities Attracting Home Buyers, AI’s Impact on CRE
04/08/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Rate Cut Predictions, Major Cities Attracting Home Buyers, AI’s Impact on CRE
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending April 6th, 2024... more prognostications on when the central bank may cut rates, which major cities are attracting the most home buyers, and why artificial intelligence could have a negative impact on commercial real estate. We begin with economic news from this past week. Fed Chief Jerome Powell expressed caution about when we might see the first interest rate cut. While many economists have been predicting three rate cuts this year with the first happening in June, Powell said it’s too soon to say exactly when it may be appropriate to begin the rate cutting process. He spoke at Stanford University saying: “Recent readings on both job gains and inflation have come in higher than expected” and that policymakers believe rate cuts may be possible later this year but they need “greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably down” toward the central bank’s 2% target... ...That’s it for today. To keep up with the latest in real estate, the economy, and rental market investing, at RealWealth.com. Check out the live events calendar for information on our upcoming event this May. It’s our on Saturday, May 4th in San Francisco. We’ll have several property teams giving presentations on their markets and a cocktail party in the evening. That’s at . Just go to the Connect tab and click on Live Events. I also remind everyone to please and leave a review, we really appreciate it! Thank you for joining me! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 -
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Beware of Scammers Who Use AI to Steal Real Estate!
04/05/2024
Beware of Scammers Who Use AI to Steal Real Estate!
With the help of artificial intelligence, there's a new wild, wild west on the internet, where scammers are pretty much free to pick your pocket. Security experts are warning people that you can be scammed out of money or even real estate by deepfake audio or video clips. And there aren’t a lot of safeguards in place right now. The technology is evolving more quickly than security experts can design or implement safeguards. As reported by Bigger Pockets, scammers orchestrated a $25 million dollar heist by impersonating the CEO of a multinational company. Hong Kong authorities say the money was transferred by an employee after a video conference call with who he thought was the CEO, but wasn’t... ...AI fraud can certainly turn your world upside down, but using AI in constructive ways could lead to much greater success in whatever you are trying to accomplish. That’s it for this episode You can read more about these stories by following links in the show notes at . While you're there, check our our upcoming . And please remember to , and leave a review! You can also stay connected with RealWealth by . You’ll find hundreds of webinars and articles on our website about single-family rental markets along with referrals to highly recommended professionals who can help you expand your portfolio. That’s at newsforinvestors.com. Links:
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The Real Estate News Brief: Another Hot Inflation Report, Rent Growth Turnaround, Fed Listening Session
04/02/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Another Hot Inflation Report, Rent Growth Turnaround, Fed Listening Session
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending March 30th, 2024...yet another hot inflation report that we shouldn’t worry about, a turnaround in rent growth, and criticism for the Fed about the impact of high rates. We begin with economic news from this past week. Another inflation report shows that we still have a few bumps in the road to deal with. The government released a report on the PCE for February which shows a sharp increase in prices. The Personal Consumption Expenditure Index was up .3%. That’s slightly below the .4% that Wall Street economists had predicted. The core rate, without prices for food and fuel, was also up .3%. The monthly increase led to a higher annual rate of inflation from 2.4% to 2.5%. The core rate went down slightly from 2.9% to 2.8%. The report doesn’t change much about the central bank’s forecast. Fed Chief Jerome Powell said, a day after the PCE was released, that the data was inline with expectations but that officials want to see more evidence that inflation is decreasing before they cut rates... ...You can read more about these stories by following links in the show notes at . And please remember to , and leave a review! If you’d like to know more about how to buy real estate for investment purposes, sign up for a free membership at , and check out our . We’re holding a RealWealth Investor Summit on May 4th in San Francisco. Attendees will hear from six of our property teams and a cocktail party that will put you in touch with other investors. That’s at . Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Rate Cuts on the Horizon? Home Price Growth vs. Inflation & Indoor Camera Ban for Airbnb Rentals
03/28/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Rate Cuts on the Horizon? Home Price Growth vs. Inflation & Indoor Camera Ban for Airbnb Rentals
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending March 23rd, 2024... why the latest Fed meeting provided some assurance about potential rate cuts in the months ahead, what you would pay for a home if home price growth hadn’t outpaced inflation, and how Airbnb is dealing with the use of monitoring devices like indoor cameras. We begin with economic news from this past week. The Fed held rates steady at the March meeting this last week, and suggested that we’re likely to see “three” quarter-percent rate cuts this year. The current short-term interest rate is between 5.25% and 5.5%. If rates are cut by a total of .75%, the short-term rate would be reduced to a range of 4.5% to 4.75% by the end of the year... ...You can read more about the stories in this episode by following links in the show notes at . And please remember to , and leave a review! If you’d like to know more about how to buy real estate for investment purposes, at RealWealth.com. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 -
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Study: Hundreds of Small Banks Still at Risk Due to CRE Loans
03/25/2024
Study: Hundreds of Small Banks Still at Risk Due to CRE Loans
Regional banks are still under pressure because of their exposure to commercial real estate loans. A new study shows that almost 300 banks are at risk of failure if they don’t get an infusion of cash or merge with another institution. And the risk grows as time drags on with higher short-term interest rates. Consulting firm Klaros Group analyzed about 4,000 banks. It found that 282 or more than 7% of the banks in the study are under stress, and that most of the ones at risk are community banks with less than $10 billion in assets. But it also found that 16 regional banks holding $10 and $100 billion in assets are also at risk... ...You can read more by following links in the show notes below or at . And please join our network of real estate investors by at our website. And please so you won’t miss an episode. Thanks for listening! Kathy Links:
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Japan Ends Long History of Negative Interest Rates
03/21/2024
Japan Ends Long History of Negative Interest Rates
For the first time in 17 years, Japan is hiking short-term rates from negative to positive. Japan has been battling deflation and economic stagflation since the worldwide economic crisis and was the lone hold-out among several countries experimenting with negative rates. This last week, that experiment ended with a rate hike from negative .1% to between zero and positive .1%. The Japanese economy has been suffering through a very long period of stagflation. This has been going on since the late 1990’s but the decision to lower short-term rates happened sometime after the 2007 to 2009 economic crisis with Denmark being the first country to do so. The European Union followed suit in 2014, and then Japan did so in 2016. Sweden and Switzerland were also among the countries dipping into negative territory. In the US, the Federal Reserve kept rates very close to zero from late 2008 to 2015, and when Covid hit, the rates went back down from March 2020 to March 2022, but we never joined the negative interest rate experiment. For Japan, the short-term rate has remained at the -.1% since it was first implemented in 2016. Oddly enough, both Japan and the US have their sites set on a 2% target, but Japan is trying to boost prices to get there while the US is trying to reduce them... ...You can read more by following links in the show notes at And of real estate investors by signing up for a free membership at out website. And so you won’t miss an episode. Thanks for listening! Kathy Links: .
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The Real Estate News Brief: More Inflation Concerns, Big Change for Home Sales, Single-Family Construction Hot Spots
03/20/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: More Inflation Concerns, Big Change for Home Sales, Single-Family Construction Hot Spots
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending March 16th, 2024... what the latest inflation reports are telling us, why home sellers might be jumping for joy, and where we’ll be seeing the most single-family construction. We begin with economic news from this past week. Two new inflation reports add to concerns about which way prices are going. The Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index both show prices were higher in February with the PPI showing the biggest surprise on the upside. The PPI represents the wholesale cost of goods and services and what we might expect to see bubbling up at the retail level. For the month of February, the PPI was up .6% which is double what Wall Street economists had predicted. That brought the annual rate of wholesale inflation up from 1% to 1.6%. Higher energy costs can be blamed for most of that gain. They were up 4.4% for the month. Food prices were also 1% higher. When you eliminate food and energy prices for the core rate of inflation, you still get a steep .4% gain and an annual rate of 3.8%... ...You can read more about the stories in this episode by following links in the show notes at . You can also for free to learn more about real estate investing. We focus on single-family homes, but also help members find small multi-families and participate in syndicated development deals. It takes just a minute to . And please on your preferred platform and leave us a review if you love the show. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 -
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Inflation Report Surprise and How That Could Impact Rate Cuts
03/16/2024
Inflation Report Surprise and How That Could Impact Rate Cuts
The latest inflation reports are renewing concerns about whether prices are going up or down. Both the Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index were released for the month of February this week. They were both on the hot side but the PPI delivered the big surprise. The Federal Reserve released the CPI on Tuesday which shows that inflation was up .4% for the month and 3.2% from a year ago. Economists had anticipated an increase but the annual rate was slightly higher than they expected. As for the core rate, which eliminates food and fuel, both were higher than expected by one tenth of a percent. The monthly rate came in at .4% and the annual rate at 3.8%. It wasn’t an earth-shattering increase. And it isn’t expected to have a significant impact on the Federal Reserve’s decision because central bank officials will be looking for trends and not a short-term bump in the inflation battle. But the PPI was a bit more of a shock on Thursday... ...You’ll find a link to various articles on these inflation reports in the show notes at . while you are there. You’ll have access to our membership portal where you’ll find lots of resources for new and experienced investors. That include our own market data on metros that are attracting RealWealth investors, property teams in those markets, and real estate professionals who can help you - including our own experienced investment counselors. And please remember to , if you haven’t already. Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Home Selling Sentiment Rises, Builders Are Feeling Bullish, Local Retail Comeback
03/12/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Home Selling Sentiment Rises, Builders Are Feeling Bullish, Local Retail Comeback
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending March 9th, 2024... why we might see more homes on the market this spring, what builders are planning for this year, and where local stores are experiencing a big comeback. We begin with economic news from this past week. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testified before Congress about the state of the economy and said that it’s “growing at a healthy, sustainable, solid, strong pace.” He also said that policymakers were paying attention to the risks of inflation and that more evidence is needed to reduce the interest rate from its current range of 5.25 to 5.5%. But he also said that he thought that was the peak and that rate cuts were likely at some point this year. He and the other committee members want to “see a little bit more data” showing that inflation is truly coming down before they make a move on rates... ...That’s it for today. You find links to all these stories in the show notes at . You can also learn more about how to invest in rental real estate by . It’s free to join and free to access all of our resources. And please remember to so you won’t miss out on any important real estate news. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 -
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Who’s Slamming on the Real Estate Brakes in Texas?
03/09/2024
Who’s Slamming on the Real Estate Brakes in Texas?
Texas multifamily developers may have overshot their goal. They have pumped so much new product into the market, that many have slammed on the brakes for new builds as they finish up current projects. According to a detailed report in The Real Deal, Texas apartment developers have produced more apartments than almost any other group of US developers over the last three years. In Dallas, they put more than 20,000 apartments on the market last year. That’s about twice the number of new apartments that opened up in New York with a much larger population. In Austin, the story is even more dramatic, with more than 17,000 new apartments on the market in 2023. Compared to Dallas with 1.3 million people, Austin only has 1 million.... ...You’ll find a link to the full article in the show notes at . If you’d like more information on the single-family rental business, be sure you’ve . We help new and experienced investors find cash-flowing rental properties in markets with strong job and population growth. You can also connect with our network of real estate professionals and other single-family investors. And please remember to , if you haven’t already. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Another Bump “Up” for Inflation, Builder Challenges Continue, and a New Trend in Home Design
03/07/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Another Bump “Up” for Inflation, Builder Challenges Continue, and a New Trend in Home Design
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending March 2nd, 2024... you’ll hear what the Fed’s favorite inflation gauge is telling us, the challenges facing builders today, and a popular new trend in home design.... We begin with economic news from this past week. The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation report came out last week showing the biggest increase in four months. The Personal Consumption Expenditure index or PCE was up .3% in January to an annual rate of 2.4%. The “core” rate, which excludes prices for energy and food, was up .4% with an annual rate of 2.8%. The results were not a surprise after similar reports for the Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index. But, there are worries that the new reports will convince the Fed to wait longer to cut rates. The Fed has also said it expects a “bumpy” ride back to its 2% target... ...If you’d like to know more about buying real estate rental properties, please at our website. We provide education and networking opportunities for new and experienced real estate investors. You can also check out our companion website, , to find out about syndicated investment opportunities. And keep listening to this for all the latest real estate news! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 - 13 -
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Bumpy Ride for Inflation Battle but No Big Worries with Latest Report
03/01/2024
Bumpy Ride for Inflation Battle but No Big Worries with Latest Report
The latest report on inflation is showing the biggest increase in four months. It’s the PCE report which is the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, and one that provides important data for a decision on rate cuts. The results were also in-line with expectations and what the Fed expects to be a bumpy ride back to its 2% target. PCE stands for the Personal Consumption Expenditure index. The Fed prefers this report over the Consumer Price Index because it more accurately reflects what substitutions consumers are making as prices rise and fall. But the Consumer Price Index or CPI also produces important data for the Fed’s consideration along with the Producer Price Index or PPI for wholesale prices. And those two reports recently surprised us on the upside. The new PCE report shows similar upside results with a .3% increase in January and an annual rate of 2.4%. The Fed pays the most attention to the “core” rate, which eliminates food and energy. That reading was .4% higher in January with an annual rate of 2.8%. Keep in mind that the Fed wants to see continued progress in lowering inflation to the central bank’s 2% target... ...Check for links to those stories in the show notes at . while you are there for access to our market data. You might also want to check out our recent . He’ll let you know your best options when it comes to real estate loans, and conserving as much of your own cash as possible. You'll find the webinar under the Learn tab. And please remember to , if you haven’t already. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: All-Cash Home Buyers, Huge Lawsuit Against NAR, Single-Family Rent Growth
02/27/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: All-Cash Home Buyers, Huge Lawsuit Against NAR, Single-Family Rent Growth
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending February 24th, 2024... the 2023 numbers for all-cash home buyers, where NAR stands on a huge class-action lawsuit, and what’s happening with single-family rent growth. We begin with economic news from this past week. Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s late January meeting show that Fed officials are more concerned about cutting rates too soon than they are about waiting too long. Released this last week, the minutes show that most committee members were concerned about the risks of going too fast while only a few were concerned about the opposite. Chief U.S. economist for Oxford Economics, Ryan Sweet, told MarketWatch that he’s worried this approach “could turn a soft landing into a bumpier one.” He added: “If the central bank waits for clear signs that the labor market, or the broader economy, is deteriorating, they will be behind the curve.”... ...You’ll find links to all these stories in the show notes at newsforinvestors.com. You should also check out some of our webinars under the Learn tab if you’d like the latest on my 2024 forecast. and you’ll have access to our entire site, including data on individual markets and why investors are choosing them for their portfolios. And don’t forget to , if you haven’t already! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 -
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The Eviction Saga Continues for Landlords Hit by Covid Moratoriums
02/23/2024
The Eviction Saga Continues for Landlords Hit by Covid Moratoriums
Apartment landlords are finally seeing positive revenue four years after Covid-related rent moratoriums, but the eviction saga continues. Landlords are able to replace non-paying tenants by evicting them, but the legal proceedings don't happen overnight. As you know, Covid triggered eviction moratoriums for tenants who weren’t paying rent. That helped many people who lost jobs, got sick, or had other Covid-related issues. But the protections continued well past the end of the emergency. Although most of those moratoriums were canceled more than a year ago, some ended just months ago. According to BisNow, landlords are now slowly replacing tenants who don’t pay their rent and are finally seeing revenue from those units. They reported during fourth-quarter earnings calls, that this sliver of revenue is helping multi-family focused REITs get back on their feet. This comes at an especially good time since many apartment landlords also face issues with higher costs from inflation and loan maturities that need to be refinanced at higher interest rates. As BisNow reports, “REITs eked out razor-thin margins over analysts’ expectations” but it’s enough to keep them afloat... ...That’s it for this episode. You’ll find a link to the BisNow report in the show notes at . if you’d like to continue your real estate education. You’ll also find opportunities for investing by logging into the investor portal. Again, it’s free to be a member and take advantage of our market data. We appreciate you also, if you haven’t already. Links: 1 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Inflation Speeds Up, U.S. Homes Growing Old, Investor Activity in Q4
02/22/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Inflation Speeds Up, U.S. Homes Growing Old, Investor Activity in Q4
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending February 17th, 2024... why the latest inflation reports could delay a rate cut, why U.S. homes are growing older overall, and what share of home sales went to investors in the fourth quarter of last year... ...Investors are working their way through the tough housing market, with some success. Redfin reports that investors accounted for 26% of low-priced home purchases in the fourth quarter. And about two-thirds of those investor transactions were single-family homes. Looking only at the price points that investors are buying, about 46% were low-priced, 24% were mid-priced, and 28% were high-priced. Redfin agent, Carrie Caruthers, says: “I get tons of emails every day from investors looking for properties, but of course, they only want homes that are under market value, which are hard to come by. When they find those properties, they pile in.” On that note, I’d like to add that you can get help finding those kinds of properties as a RealWealth member. It’s free to join, and free to access our data and our resources. Potential qualified investors can also sign up for a free Q-and-A session with one of our investment counselors. No obligation, just information and support for your own real estate investing journey. Become a member and check out our website at . And please if you haven’t already! If you have a few minutes, we’d also love a review. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 -
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Rate Cut Hopes Fade with Ugly CPI Report
02/17/2024
Rate Cut Hopes Fade with Ugly CPI Report
The week began with an inflation report that was anything but pretty. The Consumer Price Index came in hotter than expected for January, upsetting Wall Street and frustrating people who want the Fed to cut rates in the coming months. The report triggered a sharp stock sell-off but stocks have bounced back since then as investors and traders wondered whether they overreacted. The CPI for January came out on Monday, February 5th with a .3% increase for January. Economists had expected a .2% increase. The annual gain did come down from 3.4% to 3.1%, but economists expected it to dip below 3% to 2.9%, according to CNBC. The report doesn’t show a significant increase in prices, but it does indicate that inflation continues to be sticky... ...That’s it for this episode. You’ll find links to these stories if you’d like to more details on the CPI report. As for the housing market, you can get my forecast by watching that I recorded with economist Rick Sharga. That’s at under the Learn tab. If you’re not yet a RealWealth member, you can also , while you are there. And please remember to . Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: More Proof of Slower Inflation, Spring Homebuying Season Kick-Off, Best Short-Term Rental Markets
02/13/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: More Proof of Slower Inflation, Spring Homebuying Season Kick-Off, Best Short-Term Rental Markets
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending February 10th, 2024... why a no news report about inflation is actually good news, why some real estate agents say the spring homebuying season starts now, and where you’ll find the best short-term markets for this year. You can find the links to this episode in the show notes at . You’ll also find lots of information about the business of long-term rentals at our website. You can and get access to our investor portal with data on our top markets for single-family rentals. That’s at . Thank you for listening! And please remember to , and leave a review! - Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 -
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Is NY Rent Stabilization at Fault for Multi-Family Sell-Offs, New Banking Crisis?
02/10/2024
Is NY Rent Stabilization at Fault for Multi-Family Sell-Offs, New Banking Crisis?
Two big headlines out of New York this week have one thing in common – rent stabilization laws that are destabilizing the value of multi-families. One of those stories is about the sale of two multi-million dollar properties for less than half of the purchase price. The other story is about New York Community Bank which suffered a downgrade to “junk” because of commercial loan losses, including multi-family properties that are sinking in value. We’ve heard a lot about the impact of high interest rates on loans for unprofitable office buildings. But this story highlights the negative impact of rent stabilization laws. The headline that caught my eye in The Real Deal read: “Another rent-stabilized haircut, this time with shears.” The investment firm Bentall Green Oak unloaded two properties in upper Manhattan for just $31 million. That’s 64% less than the purchase price of $85 million...(more) ...That’s it for this episode. You can read more about this two-headed monster by following links to the articles in the show notes below. I also encourage you to at newsforinvestors.com for more information on how to invest wisely in single-family homes outside of the New York area. It’s free to join and can help you see where it makes more sense to be a landlord. Also, please remember to , and leave a review! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 -
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Surprise! Your Real Estate Agent is a Bot!
02/10/2024
Surprise! Your Real Estate Agent is a Bot!
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way that landlords and property managers are handling rental screenings, and it’s making the leasing process better for everyone. But it isn’t just for rentals. Many home buyers are also getting the kind of help they need from what some are calling “robot realtors.” I thought I’d talk about a few ways that AI is rapidly changing the real estate world. For rentals, an AI assistant can be the one handling all the questions and the scheduling of tours. It’s taking a lot of stress out of the property manager’s job. They typically converse via email, text, or chatbox, but according to Curbed, the communication is so human-like, many people don’t even know it’s an AI assistant. Later, when they inquire about the person they were talking to, they are surprised to find out it....(more) ...You can read more about “robot realtors” by following below. And more about investing in real estate by . Just go to newsforinvestors.com. As always, I also encourage you to if you haven’t already. And when you have a moment, leave us a review. Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Fed Rate Cuts in 2024, Homeownership Dips in Q4, Millennial Message to Boomers
02/07/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Fed Rate Cuts in 2024, Homeownership Dips in Q4, Millennial Message to Boomers
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending February 3, 2024... what the Fed Chief is saying about when the rate cuts will begin, what happened to the homeownership rate in Q4, and why Millennials are worried about aging Baby Boomer homes. That’s it for today. If you are working on your investing plan for this year and need a better focus, check out our RealWealth webinar: . You’ll find it at under the Learn tab. Be sure to while you are there. And please and leave a review when you have a minute. Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - . 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 -
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Fed Chief Powell: Don’t Count on a Rate Cut in March!
02/03/2024
Fed Chief Powell: Don’t Count on a Rate Cut in March!
The Federal Reserve is squashing hopes for a rate cut in March. The Federal Open Market Committee met this week and left rates where they are, but the bigger message from policymakers: There are no plans yet to cut rates. Hi I’m Kathy Fettke and this is the Real Estate News for Investors. Please , and when you have a minute, leave us a review and let us know how we’re doing! This episode is a quick update on the Fed’s latest policy meeting. The committee issued a statement after the two-day meeting that eliminated wording about their willingness to keep raising rates. Instead, it said that it would now begin policy adjustment considerations. But that doesn’t mean they plan on immediately lowering rates. In fact, it said: “The Committee does not expect it will be appropriate to reduce the target range until it has gained greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward 2 percent.” Fed Chief Jerome Powell also added to that sentiment during a news conference after the meeting. He said that committee members will be waiting to see how the data plays over the next month or months, and said that a March rate cut is unlikely. He added: “I don’t think it’s likely that the committee will reach a level of confidence by the March meeting.”... ...As for when they’d go down, the Fed never says yes or no so we’ll just have to wait and see what happens at the next meeting. That’s it for today. If you’d like to , you’ll find the webinar at newsforinvestors.com under the Learn tab. Economist Rick Sharga joined me for that webinar so you’ll get a double dose of forecasting and lots of data. That’s at newsforinvestors.com under the Learn tab. And if you haven’t done so already! Thanks for joining me here on Real Estate News for Investors. I’m Kathy Fettke. Thanks for listening. 1 - 2 - 3 -
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How to Kill an Airbnb Housing Market
02/02/2024
How to Kill an Airbnb Housing Market
If you’ve ever wondered how local regulations might impact your Airbnb rental plans, you might get a few insights from a tourist destination in Southern California. Palm Springs and eight other nearby cities have been an attractive market for Airbnb investors, especially during the pandemic. But the backlash against short-term rentals has led to strict regulations, investor losses and a depressed housing market in many of those high-demand neighborhoods. Hi, I'm Kathy Fettke and this is Real Estate News for Investors. If you like our podcast, and leave us a review. Airbnb rentals have become controversial in many U.S. cities as local officials grapple with a housing shortage for residents. But for some investors, curbing short-term rentals in a vacation hot-spot like the Coachella Valley didn’t seem like much of a threat. Until it was... ...That’s it for this episode. You can read more about this by following a link to the article in the show notes at . I also encourage you to for more information on how to wisely invest in real estate. It’s free to join and access all the resources we have online. That include sample properties in more than a dozen U.S. markets and a free session with one of our investment counselors. Also, to this podcast, and leave a review! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - .
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The Real Estate News Brief: Fed’s Favorite Inflation Gauge, Renters Struggling to Pay Rent, Finding Fixer Uppers
01/30/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Fed’s Favorite Inflation Gauge, Renters Struggling to Pay Rent, Finding Fixer Uppers
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending January 27th, 2024... you’ll hear the latest good news on inflation, how many tenants are struggling to pay rent, and where you can still find fixer uppers worth fixing... ...That’s it for today. You can read more about the stories in this episode by following links in the show notes at . You can also while you are there, if you haven’t already. You’ll find the help you need to create your own real estate empire as a RealWealth member. And please remember to , and leave a review! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 -
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Real Estate News Brief: Fed Calls for Rate Cut Patience, Single Familiy Rent Growth, Top Metro for Rental Search
01/24/2024
Real Estate News Brief: Fed Calls for Rate Cut Patience, Single Familiy Rent Growth, Top Metro for Rental Search
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending January 20th, 2024... what Fed officials are saying about rate cuts, metros with the highest single-family rent growth, and the most searched metro for rental listings... ...If you’re looking a metro that is getting searched the most by potential renters, then Atlanta may be your city. RentCafe says that Atlanta rental listings attracted the most attention from users, and the Georgia capital “the apartment market to watch in 2024.” It says users saved more listings for Atlanta than any of the 150 metros on the website. Other highly searched metros are Kansas City, Missouri; Cincinnati, Ohio; Arlington, Virginia; and Orlando, Florida. That’s it for today. You’ll find links to more info about all these stories in the show notes at . You can also to learn more about real estate investing, and what you can do to create passive income from real estate. And please remember to , and leave a review! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 -
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The Real Estate News Brief: Inflation Wobbles, Scotus Deliberates CA Builder’s Fee, Apartment Supply to Surge Again
01/18/2024
The Real Estate News Brief: Inflation Wobbles, Scotus Deliberates CA Builder’s Fee, Apartment Supply to Surge Again
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending January 13th, 2024... what the latest two inflation reports are telling us about the months ahead, why the US Supreme Court is debating a California builder’s fee, and how a new apartment surge is impacting investors... ...That’s it for today. You can read more about the stories in this episode by following links in the show notes at . If you’d like to know more about how to buy real estate for investment purposes, . And please remember to , and leave a review! Thanks for listening! Kathy Fettke Links: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 -
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