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 http://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 http://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 http://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 http://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 http://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 http://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 http://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.

What if you could build a rental portfolio without living anywhere near your properties?

Real estate investor Sarah Weaver has been investing from across the country—and even across the world—for years. In this episode, she joins Kathy Fettke to share how she buys and manages rental properties from afar, what she looks for when choosing a market, and why having a clear buy box and the right local team can make out-of-state investing possible.

Sarah also shares how she got started with house hacking, built enough cash flow to leave her job, and designed a life that allows her to travel while managing her rental portfolio.

If you've considered investing outside your own backyard but aren't sure how to get started, this episode offers a look at how an experienced remote investor does it.

🏡 If you want to purchase a rental property before the end of the year, visit http://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.

Some of the biggest profits in real estate can happen before a single home is ever built.

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with longtime development partner Scott Stringer to explain land entitlement, a lesser-known real estate strategy that can create significant value by taking land through the approval process and preparing it for development.

Kathy and Scott break down how the entitlement process works, why builders may pay a premium for shovel-ready land, and where the potential profits come from. They also look back at past RealWealth projects, including one that delivered investors an IRR of more than 30%, and discuss their current land entitlement project in Truckee, California.

Learn more at RealWealth.com/Syndications.

What if you could buy a business and the real estate it operates from? Kathy Fettke sits down with commercial real estate broker and business owner Daniella Devine to explore how combining business ownership with commercial real estate can create cash flow, build wealth, and provide a financial cushion when the unexpected happens.

Learn more about Maven Cost Seg at http://www.mavencostseg.com/realwealth.

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.

After a rough few years for real estate syndications, could 2026 finally be creating new opportunities for investors?

RealWealth Director of Syndications Paul DiVincenzo joins Kathy Fettke to explain what he's seeing in today's multifamily market, why so many deals still don't pass RealWealth's underwriting, and where distressed pricing could create opportunities. They also break down how to vet a syndication, spot aggressive assumptions, use AI to analyze deals, and determine whether projected returns are actually realistic.

🏠 Learn more about RealWealth syndications at https://www.realwealth.com/Syndications.

💻 If you want a FREE PDF on analyzing deals using AI, go to http://www.realwealth.com/Prompts.

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 makes a great rental property market—and why isn't cash flow alone enough?

Real estate investor and DealCheck founder Anton Ivanov joins Kathy Fettke to explain how he evaluates markets for long-term rental property investing. They discuss why job growth, population growth, rent appreciation, and local economic strength can matter just as much as your year-one returns.

Anton also shares lessons from 15 years of investing, why he now favors better locations over bigger upfront returns, and why waiting for the "perfect" time to buy can cost investors in the long run.

🏠 Learn more at www.Realwealth.com/DealCheck

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.

Are you investing in real estate—or just creating another job for yourself?

Investor and airline pilot Steve Rozenberg joins Kathy Fettke to share what more than 20 years in real estate taught him about active vs. passive investing, the risks of apartment deals, and why treating real estate like a business matters.

Plus, Steve explains why having the right systems—and knowing your end goal before you buy—can make all the difference.

🏠 Get your FREE PDF at www.Realwealth.com/TopCities

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 is the housing market headed as we move through the third quarter of 2026?

Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest trends shaping real estate, including mortgage rates, inflation, the U.S. economy, home prices, and housing market forecasts.

Kathy looks at which real estate markets are showing signs of weakness, which markets continue to perform well, and what today's changing conditions could mean for real estate investors. She also shares the investment strategies that are working now and what investors should be watching as the housing market continues to shift.

This episode was originally presented as a RealWealth webinar. Want to see the charts, data, and full presentation?

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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.

Why do some real estate investors move forward faster while others spend years learning lessons the hard way?

Kathy Fettke sits down with her daughter, Krista, to talk about the power of mentorship, overcoming self-doubt, and learning from people who have already been where you want to go.

They also share details about Kathy's upcoming women's retreat in Park City, Utah — focused on connection, personal breakthroughs, mentorship, and real estate.

🏡 Learn more and reserve your spot at KathyFettke.com.

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.

Some of America's fastest-growing housing markets have also been among the hardest hit by the housing slowdown. So what's going on?

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with ResiClub co-founder Lance Lambert to break down the housing market reset. They discuss why markets across the Sun Belt have seen bigger price corrections, why long-term population growth could still favor many of those same areas, and how new construction is changing the balance between buyers and sellers.

Lance also shares his outlook for mortgage rates and affordability, what's happening in surprising markets like San Francisco, and why Berkshire Hathaway and Japanese companies are making major investments in U.S. homebuilders.

🏠 Want to learn more about the housing market? Visit http://www.Realwealth.com/Webinars.

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.

Cash flow is top of mind for real estate investors in 2026—but where can you still find it?

In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with RealWealth Director of Realty Leah Collich to talk about the markets getting the most attention from investors right now. They discuss why the Midwest is standing out, with markets like Cleveland, Cincinnati, and St. Louis offering lower entry prices and stronger cash flow potential, while Oklahoma City and San Antonio may offer a different mix of income and long-term growth.

Schedule a FREE real estate strategy session with one of our investment counselors at http://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.