How to Pick the Best Markets for Rental Properties

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 www.RealWealth.com/Syndications.    💻 If you want a FREE PDF on analyzing deals using AI, go to 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?   🏠 Watch this webinar and explore more than 500 free real estate investing webinars at 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.

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 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 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 companies moving in 2026—and what could those moves mean for real estate investors?   In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with site selection expert John Boyd of The Boyd Company to look at where corporate investment and jobs are heading across the U.S. They discuss the continued growth of Texas, emerging opportunities in Oklahoma and Arkansas, new investment in Pennsylvania and the Northeast, and why some companies are quietly expanding into lower-cost, more business-friendly markets.   John also shares his perspective on reshoring and U.S. manufacturing, the rapid growth of AI and data centers, sports-driven real estate development, housing affordability, and the policies influencing where businesses choose to invest.   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.

Short-term rental investing has changed. The easy Airbnb boom of the pandemic years may be over, but that doesn't mean the opportunity is gone.   Tony Robinson, real estate investor and co-host of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Rookie podcast, joins Kathy Fettke to explain what actually works in the short-term rental market in 2026. Tony breaks down how Airbnb investors can evaluate markets, spot oversupply, analyze potential properties, improve occupancy, and compete with newer short-term rentals.   They also discuss when it makes sense to convert a long-term rental into a short-term rental, why smaller vacation markets can sometimes outperform popular destinations, how to protect against changing Airbnb regulations, and the amenities and guest experience that can make or break a property.   Get your Free PDF at www.Realwealth.com/FiveQuestions   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.

Commercial real estate is showing signs of strength in some surprising places, even as interest rates remain higher for longer. CBRE's Henry Chin joins Kathy Fettke to break down what he's seeing across the U.S. market and why he remains bullish on American real estate.   Henry shares his outlook for multifamily, office, industrial, retail, and data centers, including where oversupply could create opportunities for investors and why gateway markets like New York and San Francisco are seeing renewed momentum. He also explains how reshoring, AI, and manufacturing investment could reshape real estate demand — and why rental growth, rather than falling cap rates, may be the key to returns in the years ahead.   Learn more about RealWealth's Syndications at 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 www.RealWealthShow.com.