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Back to SearchU.S. Adds 130,000 Jobs in January; Unemployment Falls to 4.3%
Episode 1647
The January jobs report is in — and it came in stronger than expected.
The U.S. economy added 130,000 jobs to start 2026, while the unemployment rate…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Which U.S. Markets Saw Apartment Demand in Q4?
Episode 1646
Apartment demand cooled across much of the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a return to more typical seasonal patterns after several years…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
What Is a Trump Home and Could It Impact Housing Affordability?
Episode 1645
In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the proposed "Trump Homes" concept that's gaining attention across the ho…
1 month, 4 weeks ago
Why Immigration Policies Are Creating New Risks for Multifamily Investors
Episode 1644
Immigration policy changes are emerging as a new risk factor for multifamily investors, especially in immigrant-heavy markets like Florida and Texas.…
2 months ago
Partial Government Shutdown Delays Jobs Report for January
Episode 1643
The January jobs report has been delayed after a partial government shutdown forced the Bureau of Labor Statistics to suspend its scheduled data rele…
2 months ago
62% of Americans Say Buying a Home is Unrealistic in 2026
Episode 1642
A new survey reveals growing pessimism among Americans about the future of homeownership. According to data from IPX1031, 62% of Americans say buying…
2 months ago
Inflation Pressures Build as Trump Taps Kevin Warsh to Lead the Fed
Episode 1642
Inflation pressures are resurfacing—and the Federal Reserve may be headed for a major shakeup.
In today's episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the lates…
2 months ago
Rocket Mortgage Hit With Class Action Over Illegal Steering Allegations
Episode 1640
A new nationwide class action lawsuit is accusing Rocket Companies of illegally steering homebuyers toward its mortgage and closing products — even w…
2 months ago
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady
Episode 1639
The Federal Reserve is hitting pause.
The Fed held interest rates steady this week after cutting rates three times since September, as policymakers w…
2 months, 1 week ago
U.S. Population Growth Slows in 2025 as Immigration Drops
Episode 1638
New population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show that U.S. population growth slowed sharply in 2025, largely due to a steep drop in immigrat…
2 months, 1 week ago