The Fed's December rate cut brings the policy rate down to 3.5%–3.75%, but what does it really mean for real estate investors? Kathy breaks down why mortgage rates don't move directly with Fed decisions, how the shift toward "neutral" policy shapes the 2026 outlook, and why affordability and home sales may improve as rates stabilize. A quick, clear look at what investors should watch next.

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SOURCE: https://www.realtor.com/research/federal-reserve-december-2025-meeting/
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12/10/business/federal-reserve-interest-rates

Housing demand is finishing 2025 on a high note. Mortgage purchase applications have climbed to their strongest level in nearly three years, thanks to 18 straight weeks of improved mortgage spreads keeping rates near 6%. In today's episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's driving this surge in buyer activity, how inventory and pricing trends are shifting, and what the latest data signals for the housing market as we head into 2026.

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SOURCE: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-spreads-boost-demand/

Redfin has released its 2026 housing forecast, calling it the start of "The Great Housing Reset." In this episode, Kathy breaks down what to expect next year—from easing mortgage rates to slower price growth, rising rents, and why affordability may finally begin to improve. Learn how these shifts could affect buyers, sellers, and investors in the year ahead.

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SOURCE: https://www.redfin.com/news/housing-market-predictions-2026/

The latest Case-Shiller data is out—and the headlines don't tell the whole story. Nominal home prices are edging back toward record highs, but once you adjust for inflation, the picture shifts dramatically. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the September Case-Shiller numbers, explains why real home prices have declined for nine straight months, and looks at how today's values compare to the mid-2000s housing bubble in inflation-adjusted terms.

You'll learn why "real" prices matter far more than nominal ones, how rising inflation reshapes long-term returns, and what investors should watch as inventory grows and 2025 approaches. This is the essential breakdown for anyone tracking housing trends, affordability, and long-term price cycles.

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Construction starts jumped 21% in October — but not because of housing. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the surge in billion-dollar megaprojects driving the growth, from data centers and manufacturing plants to massive LNG and infrastructure builds. While commercial and nonbuilding projects climbed sharply, multifamily construction plunged nearly 39%. Kathy explains what's behind the divergence, how rising inventory and shifting demand are reshaping the landscape, and what real estate investors should watch as these projects ripple through local housing markets.

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SOURCE: https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/construction-development/october-construction-starts-jump-21-as-megaprojects-break-ground-132027?utm_source=outbound_pub_75&utm_campaign=outbound_issue_90859&utm_content=outbound_link_8&utm_medium=email

Mortgage prepayments just hit a 3.5-year high as softening rates spark a new wave of refinances. At the same time, ICE reports rising foreclosure activity—driven largely by FHA and VA loans. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest ICE First Look report, including falling delinquency rates, shifting borrower behavior, and what these trends mean for real estate investors heading into 2026.

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SOURCE: https://mortgagetech.ice.com/resources/data-reports?tagIdGroups=&requiredTagIds=161812%2C161815&activeOnly=false

September's economic data is finally out—despite government shutdown delays—and it offers a mixed but important look at inflation, spending, and what's coming next for interest rates. In this episode, Kathy breaks down the latest Producer Price Index showing cooling core wholesale inflation, rising energy costs, and how retail sales held up in September. She also explains what the delayed CPI and PPI reports mean for market volatility, Fed decisions, and real estate investors heading into year-end.

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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/core-wholesale-prices-rose-less-than-expected-in-september-retail-sales-gain.html

America's rural and tertiary markets are experiencing a surprising surge in economic activity—and investors are taking notice. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down Northmarq's latest report on the "rural renaissance," revealing how reshoring, industrial expansion, and rapid job growth are creating new commercial and residential real estate opportunities in overlooked parts of the country. Learn which nine markets are showing strong potential, why supply is struggling to keep up with demand, and the risks investors should consider before jumping in.

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