How Tariffs Impact Supply Chains and the Economy—and What It Means for Real Estate Investors
Tariffs are reshaping global supply chains—and the effects are starting to reach the real estate market. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke speaks with supply chain expert Andrei Quinn-Barabanov of Moody's Analytics about how tariffs are increasing construction costs, straining supplier relationships, and adding uncertainty to the economy. They discuss who is absorbing tariff costs, why reshoring hasn't accelerated, and what ongoing trade and policy uncertainty could mean for real estate investors, builders, and developers navigating today's market. 🏠 📊 Want to learn more about investing in real estate? Visit www.realwealth.com/deals 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.
Zillow's 2026 Housing Market Forecast: Best Markets & Trends with Orphe Divounguy
What does the U.S. housing market really look like heading into 2026? In this episode, Kathy Fettke is joined by Zillow's Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy to break down Zillow's latest 2026 housing market forecast. They discuss where affordability is improving, which U.S. markets offer the most opportunity for buyers, and why 2026 may be a year of "small wins" as inventory grows and price growth flattens. Orphe explains how mortgage rates, rising incomes, and shifting demographics are reshaping both the for-sale and rental markets — and what that means for homebuyers, renters, landlords, and real estate investors. You'll also hear insights on the best markets for buyers in 2026, where prices may rebound, which regions remain competitive, and how changing renter behavior and population trends could impact housing demand going forward. Whether you're buying a home, investing in real estate, or simply watching the market, this episode offers a clear, data-driven outlook on where housing is headed in 2026. Want to learn more? Go to www.Realwealthshow.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.
From $50M Loss to Massive Comeback: Rod Khleif on Real Estate, Mindset, and Cycles
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with real estate investor and educator Rod Khleif, who shares the unfiltered story behind losing more than $50 million during the housing market crash — and how he rebuilt even bigger by mastering mindset, focus, and disciplined investing. Rod breaks down the psychology behind real estate success, why fear and limiting beliefs stop most investors, and how market cycles actually create opportunity for those prepared to act. They also discuss lessons from the 2008 crash, mistakes investors made during the recent multifamily boom, and where Rod sees opportunity today — including senior housing and distressed assets. 🏠 Want to learn more about Syndications? Visit www.Realwealth.com/syndicatons 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.
Kathy Fettke's 2026 Housing Market Forecast
In this special episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke shares her 2026 housing market forecast and what it means for real estate investors. Recorded from a recent RealWealth webinar, Kathy breaks down where home prices may be headed, what's happening with mortgage rates, inventory, affordability, and why today's housing market is very different from past downturns. She explains how to cut through fear-based headlines, understand the data that really matters, and position yourself for long-term wealth in a changing market. Whether you're actively buying, waiting on the sidelines, or trying to make sense of conflicting housing predictions, this episode offers a data-driven outlook to help investors make smarter decisions in 2026 and beyond. 💡 Want to learn more? Visit 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.
Is Commercial Real Estate Entering a New Cycle? With Xander Snyder
In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke is joined by Xander Snyder, Senior Commercial Real Estate Economist at First American, to break down where we are in the commercial real estate cycle and what it means for investors. Xander explains why prices have stabilized, why transaction volume is slowly returning, and why he believes we're at the beginning of the next commercial real estate cycle. They discuss multifamily oversupply in key Sunbelt markets, vacancy and rent trends across Class A, B, and C properties, and why some regions may recover faster than others. The conversation also covers refinancing risk as billions in commercial loans reset, rising insurance costs, and why disciplined underwriting and strong operations matter more than ever in this cycle. 💡 Want to learn more about RealWealth's Syndications? Just visit www.Realwealth.com/Syndications 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