Consumer Confidence Rises, but Americans Are Still Worried

Senior Home Equity Hits Record $14.9 Trillion

America's senior homeowners are wealthier than ever. According to a new report from the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association and Riskspan, homeowners age 62 and older now hold a record $14.92 trillion in home equity. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explains what's driving the rebound, why it matters for retirees, and how this growing pool of housing wealth could shape real estate investing and the transfer of wealth to future generations. Download your free PDF at www.Realwealth.com/TopCities [http://www.Realwealth.com/TopCities]. Source: https://www.nrmlaonline.org/about/press-releases/17828 [https://www.nrmlaonline.org/about/press-releases/17828]

300,000 Vacant Lots Could Help Ease America's Housing Shortage

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. Download your free PDF at www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets [http://www.Realwealth.com/AffordableMarkets]. Source: https://www.zillow.com/news/more-than-300000-empty-lots-for-sale-could-close-americas-housing-shortage-by-6-percent/ [https://www.zillow.com/news/more-than-300000-empty-lots-for-sale-could-close-americas-housing-shortage-by-6-percent/]

Deepfake Fraud Emerges as a Growing Mortgage Risk

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. Want to learn more about investing? Visit www.NewsforInvestors.com [http://www.NewsforInvestors.com] Source: https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/deepfake-fraud-rising-as-headline-mortgage-risk/ [https://www.scotsmanguide.com/news/deepfake-fraud-rising-as-headline-mortgage-risk/]

Berkshire Hathaway's Bet on Homebuilders

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. Learn more at www.Realwealth.com/Syndications [http://www.Realwealth.com/Syndications] Source: https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/warren-buffett-heir-buys-homebuilder-mcguin-berkshire-hathaway-clayton-homes [https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/warren-buffett-heir-buys-homebuilder-mcguin-berkshire-hathaway-clayton-homes]

Why the World's Wealthiest Investors Are Buying U.S. Real Estate

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. Get your FREE real estate strategy session www.Realwealth.com/Schedule [http://www.Realwealth.com/Syndications] 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 [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]