Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast

America's largest homebuilder is feeling the pressure of higher mortgage rates and slowing buyer demand. D.R. Horton reported an 18% drop in quarterly profits, fewer new home orders, and rising cancellations. Now, the company is warning that housing market challenges could continue into 2027. Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest earnings report reveals about the housing market, why builders are offering more incentives, and where opportunities may be emerging for real estate investors. Looking to purchase a rental property before the end of the year? RealWealth works with smaller builders offering concessions, including mortgage rates as low as 3.75% in select markets. Visit http://www.realwealth.com/Schedule to speak with one of our investment counselors.

Source: https://www.wsj.com/business/earnings/d-r-horton-profit-down-as-mortgage-rates-weigh-eef4427b?regwall=eafs

The U.S. economy grew a stronger-than-expected 3.4% in the third quarter, fueled by consumer spending and a surge in artificial intelligence investment. But while AI spending is booming, the housing market is moving in the opposite direction.

Residential investment fell for the sixth time in seven quarters as high mortgage rates continued to weigh on buyers and builders. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving economic growth, why housing is falling behind, and how the AI boom and slowing construction could create new opportunities for real estate investors.

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Sources: https://www.npr.org/2026/10/29/nx-s1-6021008/economy-gdp-inflation-midterms-voters-affordability

https://www.bea.gov/news/2026/gdp-advance-estimate-3rd-quarter-2026

Commercial real estate delinquencies are rising as higher interest rates and refinancing challenges put pressure on property owners. A new report from the Mortgage Bankers Association shows growing stress in the office and multifamily sectors, with more loans approaching maturity.

Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest numbers, why refinancing is becoming more difficult, and what these challenges could mean for real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.mba.org/news-and-research/newsroom/news/2026/10/27/delinquency-rates-for-commercial-properties-increased-in-the-third-quarter-of-2026

The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady after September's rate hike, but inflation concerns could keep borrowing costs elevated. Rising energy prices tied to the war with Iran are complicating the Fed's next move, and two Fed officials are already pushing for another increase.

Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Fed decision, changes to its rate-setting schedule, and what persistent inflation could mean for mortgage rates and the housing market.

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Source: https://www.cnn.com/2026/10/28/business/live-news/federal-reserve-interest-rate-october

America's housing needs are changing. A new report from John Burns Research and Consulting finds that shrinking household sizes and more adults sharing homes are creating demand for smaller, more affordable housing. Researchers estimate that 4.3 million additional households would exist if Americans were forming households at the same rate as in 2010. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving the shift and what it could mean for homebuilders, the housing market, and real estate investors.

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Airbnb is rolling out new rules that limit checkout chores, prohibit host-imposed fines, and restrict separate rental agreements. Starting November 20th, hosts will face tighter restrictions on what they can require from guests. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's changing, how the new policies could affect operating costs and rental profits, and what short-term rental investors should know before the rules take effect.

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Sources: https://www.airbnb.com/resources/hosting-homes/a/important-changes-to-house-rules-21

https://www.cnn.com/2026/10/22/travel/airbnb-policy-change-chores-scli-intl

https://abcnews.com/GMA/Travel/airbnbs-new-rules-limit-cleaning-chores-guests/story?id=137456832

President Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at lowering mortgage costs, making refinancing more affordable, and expanding manufactured housing. But who actually benefits, and how soon could these changes take effect? Kathy Fettke breaks down the new housing affordability order, what it means for homeowners, and the potential impact on real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/10/22/trump-housing-affordability-executive-order-01132637

The federal government is expanding FHA financing to build-to-rent communities, opening new opportunities for developers and real estate investors. Under new HUD guidelines, qualifying neighborhoods of single-family rentals, duplexes, triplexes, and manufactured homes can access FHA-insured multifamily financing. Kathy Fettke breaks down which properties qualify, the restrictions developers need to know, and how this policy could help increase rental housing supply.

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Source: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/insights/hud-build-to-rent-fha-financing

Home sellers now outnumber buyers by 63%, giving homebuyers their strongest negotiating power in more than a decade. According to a new Redfin report, 41 of the nation's 50 largest metro areas are now buyer's markets, with Miami, Nashville, and Houston leading the shift. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving the growing gap between buyers and sellers, why the Sun Belt is seeing some of the biggest changes, and what it could mean for real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.redfin.com/news/buyers-vs-sellers-september-2026/

New appraisal rules taking effect November 2nd could mean higher costs and longer closing times for homebuyers and real estate investors. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are rolling out a major overhaul of the appraisal process, but uneven adoption is creating challenges for lenders. Some borrowers could pay hundreds more in appraisal fees and face additional delays. Kathy Fettke explains what's changing, why some lenders have been granted extensions, and what buyers should know before financing a property.

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Source: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/uad-3-6-appraisal-overhaul-puts-mortgage-borrowers-on-the-hook-for-higher-costs/

Fannie Mae has dramatically revised its mortgage forecast, now predicting rates will remain around 7.5% through the end of 2027. The agency is also cutting its expectations for mortgage lending as inflation and higher borrowing costs continue to weigh on the housing market. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's behind the shift, what it means for homebuyers and real estate investors, and why waiting for lower rates may not be the best strategy.

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Source: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/fannie-mae-slashes-origination-forecast-by-18-for-2027/

Scammers are impersonating real estate agents through fraudulent emails, putting buyers, investors, and real estate transactions at risk. One of the nation's top real estate teams discovered that criminals were using 79 of its unused website domains to send fake emails. Kathy Fettke breaks down how email spoofing works, why cybersecurity experts say the problem is widespread, and what agents and investors can do to protect themselves from real estate fraud.

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Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/criminals-used-79-dormant-domains-to-impersonate-a-top-real-estate-team/

The nation's largest homebuilder is turning to artificial intelligence and robotics to speed up home construction. D.R. Horton has partnered with Promise Robotics to manufacture components for more than 1,250 homes in Arizona, potentially cutting construction times and reducing costs. Kathy Fettke explores how this technology works, why major builders are investing in it, and what AI-powered construction could mean for housing affordability and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.homes.com/news/d-r-horton-turns-to-ai-powered-robots-to-help-build-homes/1843343309/

The housing market is cooling as high mortgage rates keep buyers on the sidelines, but rent growth is picking up. Zillow's latest report shows falling home sales, more price reductions, and the strongest annual rent growth in months. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's happening in the housing market, where prices are declining, and what these trends could mean for real estate investors.

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Mortgage rates have climbed for seven straight weeks, hitting 7.4% — their highest level since 2023. Rising inflation concerns, bond market volatility, and higher borrowing costs are putting even more pressure on an already sluggish housing market. Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving rates higher, how they're impacting homebuyers and real estate investors, and where opportunities may still exist.

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New homes are becoming a better deal than existing homes in many housing markets. A new Zillow analysis finds that new construction is now selling for less per square foot nationwide, with some of the biggest discounts in Sun Belt markets. Kathy Fettke explains what's driving the shift, why builders are offering more incentives, and what it could mean for homebuyers and real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.zillow.com/research/new-construction-cost-square-foot-2026/

U.S. job growth slowed sharply in September, with employers adding just 29,000 jobs and unemployment ticking up to 4.2%. Previous job gains were also revised lower. Kathy Fettke breaks down what the weakening labor market could mean for the Federal Reserve, interest rates, and real estate investors.

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Sources: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/empsit_10022026.htm

https://www.npr.org/2026/10/02/nx-s1-5989140/jobs-labor-wages-federal-reserve

A powerful El Niño could bring more than extreme weather this winter. Kathy Fettke looks at Cotality's warning that flooding, mudslides and severe storms could expose vulnerabilities in homes while putting additional pressure on insurance costs and property values. Find out what real estate investors should be watching.

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Sources: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/a-super-el-nino-is-brewing-what-it-could-mean-for-housing/

https://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/analysis_monitoring/enso_advisory/ensodisc.shtml

Rising insurance premiums are putting new pressure on rental property profits. A new LendingOne and ResiClub survey finds 84% of single-family rental investors say higher insurance costs have impacted their cash flow over the past year. Kathy Fettke looks at how investors are responding — and why getting an accurate insurance quote and stress-testing future increases should now be part of every investment analysis.

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Source: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/full-results-to-the-lendingone-resiclub-sfr-investor-survey-q3-2026

Mortgage delinquencies moved higher in August, with serious delinquencies up 19% from a year ago and foreclosure inventory up 41%. But ICE says overall mortgage performance remains relatively strong, with delinquency rates still below pre-pandemic levels. Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest data and what it could mean for the housing market and real estate investors.

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Source: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/resources/data-reports/first-look-at-august-2026-mortgage-data