Could one of the biggest solutions to America's housing shortage already be sitting on the market? A new Zillow report finds that more than 300,000 vacant residential lots are currently listed for sale across the U.S. If just one home were built on each lot, the nation's housing shortage could shrink by more than 6%. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains what the findings mean, why building remains so difficult, and why vacant land could present new opportunities for real estate investors.

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Source: https://www.zillow.com/news/more-than-300000-empty-lots-for-sale-could-close-americas-housing-shortage-by-6-percent/

AI is creating new opportunities in real estate—but it's also creating new risks. Kathy Fettke breaks down a new FundingShield report, covered by Scotsman Guide, that shows deepfake fraud and seller impersonation are becoming growing threats in mortgage transactions, and what every real estate investor should do to protect themselves at closing.

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Source: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/deepfake-fraud-rising-as-headline-mortgage-risk/

Berkshire Hathaway is expanding its homebuilding empire with another acquisition, this time adding McGuinn Homes to its growing portfolio. Kathy Fettke explains why Warren Buffett's company is doubling down on site-built and build-to-rent housing, what it signals about the future of the housing market, and why real estate investors should be paying attention.

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Source: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/warren-buffett-heir-buys-homebuilder-mcguin-berkshire-hathaway-clayton-homes

International demand for U.S. luxury homes has doubled in 2026, according to a new Coldwell Banker Global Luxury report. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down why wealthy buyers are moving more money into American real estate, the rise of "landmaxxing," the surge in all-cash purchases, and why many affluent investors continue to view real estate as a safe-haven asset. Plus, what these luxury market trends could mean for investors in every price range.

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Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/coldwell-banker-global-interest-in-us-luxury-housing-market-doubles-in-2026-as-wealthy-buyers-bet-on-american-homes-302825281.html

Could a slowdown in construction actually be good news for apartment investors? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explains why falling housing starts could help reduce oversupply, strengthen rent growth, and improve the outlook for multifamily owners through 2027. Plus, what today's cautious homebuilders, rising wages, and interest rates could mean for your next investment decision.

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Source: https://www.credaily.com/briefs/us-housing-starts-slow-giving-apartments-room-to-recover/

Could Trump Accounts expand to adults? President Trump says he's interested in an Australia-inspired retirement savings system, but what would it mean for investors, homeowners, and the future of Social Security? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the proposal, how Australia's system works, and why real estate investors should be paying attention.

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Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/trump-accounts-for-adults-australia-retirement-accounts-money-monday/

Congress has passed the biggest housing affordability bill in decades—but what does it actually mean for real estate investors? In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's in the new law, how it aims to increase housing supply, and why the biggest impact may still be years away. Plus, what investors should watch as the housing market continues to evolve.

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Source: https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/11/economy/new-housing-affordability-law-heres-what-it-means

Mortgage rates climbed back to 6.49%, existing home sales slowed, and the latest jobs report offered new clues about where the economy—and interest rates—could be headed next.

In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the three biggest economic stories of the week and explains what they mean for real estate investors. Learn why mortgage rates are rising, how tight housing supply is keeping home prices elevated despite slower sales, and why a cooling labor market could influence the Federal Reserve's next move.

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Sources: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/empsit_07022026.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://apnews.com/article/interest-rates-home-sales-29c907cc408cf7f88a8fcb3292150b1f

https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/existing-home-sales-nar-june-2026/?utm_source=chatgpt.com