
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Smart real estate investing will give you the time and the money to live life on your own terms! We call that real wealth. Host Kathy Fettke is Co-CEO of Real Wealth Network, author of the best selling “Retire Rich with Rentals" and the host of companion podcast, Real Estate News for Investors.
Kathy Fettke launched this podcast in 2003 to share her own secrets and those of top experts in the real estate investing field. She along with guests like Robert Kiyosaki, Peter Schiff, Doug Duncan, John Burns, Bruce Norris & other rising real estate stars offer insights on the creation of passive income through real estate, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Learn how to build a portfolio outside the stock market with buy-and-hold strategies, single-family rentals, multi-family properties, syndicated deals, self-directed IRAs and 401ks, the highly-revered 1031 exchange, private money lending, creative financing, and much more in this podcast! Whether you're on the go, listening in your ca...
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Mar 4, 2025 • 49min
Syndication Investing 101: How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate with Mauricio Rauld
Are you curious about real estate syndication and how it can help you build long-term wealth through passive investing? In this episode host Kathy Fettke sit down with Mauricio Rauld, a seasoned syndication attorney, to break down everything you need to know before diving into this powerful investment strategy.
Mauricio explains what a syndication is and how it works, who qualifies to invest, and a how syndications are structured. He also walks us through the roles of general partners and limited partners, what a preferred return is, and how to vet a deal. Most importantly, Mauricio shares why today’s market presents a strong opportunity for syndication investing.
If you want to learn more, join Mauricio for an exclusive live webinar on March 12th at 5:00 PM PST, where he’ll dive deeper into syndication investing. Register now at https://www.RealWealth.com/webinars.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and take the next step in your syndication investing journey!
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Feb 28, 2025 • 25min
Commercial Real Estate: Banking Risks & Market Outlook
The commercial real estate market is shifting, and banking risks are playing a major role in shaping its future. In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Stanley from Moody’s Analytics to break down whether banks are reducing their exposure, what tightening credit conditions mean for investors, and what the general outlook is for Commercial Real Estate Investors.
We also explore key regulatory changes, the broader economic outlook, and how these factors are influencing real estate values and investment strategies. Chris also gives his contrarian view on the potential for rate hikes in 2025. Whether you're a real estate investor, lender, or industry professional, this conversation will help you navigate the evolving CRE landscape.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 20min
Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors
Why do real estate investors pay far less in taxes while earned income is taxed as high as 37%? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Thomas Castelli of Hall CPA to reveal powerful tax strategies for real estate investors.
Thomas breaks down how depreciation, passive losses, and real estate professional status can dramatically lower tax liability, while he and Kathy dive into 1031 exchanges—a key strategy for deferring capital gains and accelerating wealth growth. If you’re serious about keeping more of your earnings and scaling your real estate portfolio, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
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Feb 20, 2025 • 25min
Air Force Nurse to Real Estate Investor: How Stacey Stegenga Built Her Portfolio
How do you go from serving as an air force nurse to building a thriving real estate portfolio? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, we’re thrilled to introduce our newest Investment Counselor, Stacey Stegenga, who did just that!
Stacey shares her incredible journey from military service to real estate investing, including how she overcame analysis paralysis to buy her first rental property, scaled her portfolio with duplexes, and navigated the challenges of Florida’s rising property taxes, soaring insurance rates, and hurricane risks.
If you’ve been hesitant to start investing or worried about market risks, this episode is packed with real-world advice to help you take action and build wealth through real estate.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 29min
Realtor Confidence, Homebuyer Trends & The Future of Real Estate with NAR’s Jessica Lautz
Realtor confidence and homebuying trends are shifting as the real estate market undergoes major changes. With low inventory, rising home prices, and industry-shaking events like the Sitzer/Burnett vs. NAR lawsuit, buyers, sellers, and agents are adapting to a new landscape. So, what does this mean for Realtors, homebuyers, and investors?
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist & VP of Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), to break down the latest housing market trends. We’ll cover:
Realtor Confidence – How are agents feeling about the market?
Spring 2025 Housing Outlook – Will we see more buyers and sellers?
Who’s Buying Homes? – First-time buyers, cash buyers & investor trends
Seller Behavior – Who’s selling, and what are they looking for in an agent?
The Impact of the NAR Ruling – Are buyers & sellers still using agents?
Market Predictions – What’s next for real estate in 2025?
Whether you're a homebuyer, real estate investor, or agent, this episode is packed with valuable insights and expert analysis to help you navigate the evolving market.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 36min
Real Estate Coaching: Should this Investor Sell or Hold?
In this Real Wealth Show episode, we’re coaching an investor through a major real estate dilemma—should he sell off smaller rental properties to consolidate into a larger asset?
Ben, a Real Wealth Member, originally accelerated his financial independence by leveraging out-of-state investing through investing in 40+ rental properties. But now, rising vacancies, high maintenance costs, and cash flow struggles have him rethinking his strategy. In this episode we discuss market dynamics, 1031 exchanges, and strategies to grow wealth in a changing market. In this coaching session, you'll hear whether selling small rental properties makes sense or if holding them for long-term cash flow is the better option.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 26min
The Future of Real Estate Taxes: Bonus Depreciation, SALT, and More
What is the future of Real Estate taxes? The 2017 Trump Tax Cuts brought significant benefits to real estate investors, but many of those provisions are set to expire soon—potentially leading to higher taxes across the board. With Congress facing a major decision, will these tax breaks be extended, or is a tax hike on the horizon?
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke is joined by CPA and real estate investor Brandon Hall to break down the most critical tax changes that could impact investors. They’ll cover key deductions like Bonus Depreciation, Cost Segregation, and the Qualified Income Deduction, as well as shifts in SALT caps, the Estate Tax Exemption, and the Child Care Tax Credit.
What’s at stake for investors? When will Congress decide? And most importantly, how can you prepare? Tune in for expert insights that could save you thousands!
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Feb 6, 2025 • 28min
Real Estate Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started
Thinking about getting started in real estate investing but feeling stuck due to high interest rates and home prices? You’re not alone! In this special episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke is joined by Real Wealth’s investment counselor Leah Collich and social media manager Krista Fettke—who is also a brand-new investor—to tackle the top questions from newbie investors.
They’ll break down:
How to invest in real estate despite high mortgage rates
Cash flow vs. appreciation—which is better for long-term wealth?
What happens if you get a windfall, such as inheritance, and how to allocate that money
Single-family vs. multifamily investing—what will get you to financial freedom faster?
If you’re ready to take the first step toward building wealth through real estate, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you get started today. Tune in now!
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Feb 4, 2025 • 30min
From Accidental Landlords to Real Estate Investors: How to Grow a Portfolio
What happens when two accidental landlords turn their rental properties into a strategic real estate portfolio? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with Steph and Sandy, two investors who started by renting out their homes out of necessity—and later built a growing real estate portfolio.
They share how they expanded their investments, navigated market challenges, and balanced their personal and professional partnership while making strategic investment decisions.
You'll also get an inside look at the challenges they’re facing—from rising interest rates to increasing mortgage costs—and the strategies they’re exploring to scale their portfolio. Kathy coaches them on how to accelerate their path to financial freedom.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 29min
How Mortgage Rates Are Shaping the Housing Market with Lance Lambert
How are mortgage rates shaping today’s housing market? In this episode, host Kathy Fettke sits down with Lance Lambert to break down the latest mortgage trends, how rising (or falling) rates impact homebuyers, and what it all means for investors. They’ll dive into key topics like:
The latest mortgage rate shifts and their impact on affordability
Why switching costs are keeping homeowners locked in
The truth behind “Marry the house, date the rate”—is it still good advice?
Where mortgage rates are headed next—and how to prepare
Whether you're a homebuyer, investor, or real estate professional, this episode will give you the insights you need to navigate today’s market. Tune in now!
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