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Tim Merriman talks story with heritage interpretation professionals from all over the world. In his 50+ year career as a heritage interpreter, Tim has been a park ranger, nature center director, and national recreation area research manager. From 1995 to 2012, he was Executive Director of National Association for Interpretation, the professional organization for guides and interpreters in the United States. He has been a motivational speaker, trainer, and planner in 26 countries and all 50 s ...
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Don’t get caught off guard by market crashes that can take all your money down with them. And don’t miss out on markets where you can build wealth practically overnight. Real Estate News for Investors with Kathy Fettke is the premiere source for savvy real estate investors who want to stay up-to-date on new laws, regulations, and economic events that affect real estate. Topics include: market trends, economic analysis that affects housing prices, updates on the best rental markets for invest ...
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Jim Buchholz, director of the Schmeeckle Reserve at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, joins to discuss interpretive planning, exhibit design, and his popular recurring NAI Conference session, the Wayside Olympics. He is the co-author of several publications, most notably Signs, Trails, And Wayside Exhibits: Connecting People And Places, pa…
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Opportunity Zone incentives may soon reach new areas, thanks to a proposed extension through 2033. A key House committee has included major Opportunity Zone reforms in a sweeping tax package, aiming to give investors more time and more places to deploy capital gains for powerful tax advantages. The proposal would allow states to nominate a new roun…
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David Larsen (1960-2011) was a National Park Service Interpretive Ranger who became the Manager of Interpretive Training with National Park Service (NPS) at The Mather Employee Development Center. After many years as a frontline interpreter at sites such as the the Vietnam Memorial and Harper's Ferry National Historic Park, David stepped up to beco…
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Builders are slowing down, but inventory is rising. In this Real Estate News Brief, Kathy Fettke dives into the latest trends in home starts, sales, and what it all means for real estate investors. From the sharp decline in single-family construction to the resilience of multifamily and the growing number of completed homes for sale, this episode o…
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Zillow is enforcing stricter MLS compliance, requiring publicly marketed listings to appear on the MLS within one business day — or be removed from Zillow and Trulia. This move could have major implications for agents, investors, and off-market deal flow. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the policy means, why it’s controversial, and h…
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The Fed's interest rate pause is making headlines as economic uncertainty reaches new heights. In this episode, Kathy Fettke unpacks what the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady means for real estate investors, borrowers, and the broader economy. With rising concerns about stagflation, shaky GDP numbers, and trade tensions driving marke…
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First-time home buyers now make up a record 58% of agency purchase loans, according to ICE’s Monthly Mortgage Monitor — but price growth is cooling, and serious delinquencies are ticking up. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest data means for investors, lenders, and the 2025 housing market. Topics Discussed: 00:00 First Time Ho…
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In a major shift, HUD and the FHA are walking back a Biden-era policy on foreclosures that gave nonprofits and government agencies first access to buy distressed properties. Originally intended to support affordable housing and community revitalization, the policy has delivered underwhelming results—prompting officials to reverse course. In this ep…
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Today Tim Merriman is interviewed by Bill Gwaltney about the HEART Train the Trainers Program. This innovative new training program for the fundamentals of the interpretive approach to communication began in October of 2024 and is now being used by many experienced trainers as a more affordable approach to training new hires, seasonal guides, docen…
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A groundbreaking new study from the University of Cincinnati reveals that police funding can significantly impact home prices—but the effect depends on the income level of the community. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down economist David Brasington’s findings, which show that increasing police budgets raises…
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A major shift is underway at Jack in the Box, owner of Del Taco, and it could open the door to hundreds of new real estate opportunities. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the company’s decision to potentially sell its Del Taco brand and close up to 200 underperforming locations. With softening demand and rising competition in the fast-food…
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Roche and Regeneron, two of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, have announced a combined $56 billion investment that’s set to transform U.S. real estate and manufacturing. Billions of dollars will go into expanding research and manufacturing facilities across key states like California, Indiana, New York, and North Carolina, creating tho…
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A massive real estate portfolio of over 6,000 rental units tied to convicted investor Eli Silber is set for auction following a multi-million-dollar loan fraud scheme. The properties, located across several states including Michigan, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania, are being sold after Silber defaulted on $20M in loans. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and th…
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Tired of all the negative headlines? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke shares three encouraging updates that could brighten your outlook on the market. We’ll cover the latest drop in gas and diesel prices, new signs of a buyer-friendly shift in the housing market, and growing optimism in the multifamily sector for 2025…
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Commercial real estate remains strong amid tariffs and economic uncertainty — but why? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down a special report by Marcus & Millichap and the factors driving CRE resilience in 2025. As new U.S. tariffs disrupt global trade and inflation rises, many investors are bracing for volatil…
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Home sellers are surprisingly confident in today’s unpredictable market. A new Realtor.com survey shows that 81% expect to get their asking price—or more—even with high rates and economic uncertainty. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke explores what’s behind this optimism, from the ongoing housing shortage to spring sel…
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Toby Merriman is the Acting Director of Center for Virtual Expression at Southern Illinois University (SIU). He and his staff assist faculty at SIU in the uses of Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and Gamification in teaching university students, who so readily employ these new tools. Join Monique Thompson, Clark Hancock, Rosemary Prince, An…
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Flippers across the U.S. are facing the biggest pullback since 2007, with high interest rates, tight lending, and shrinking margins making deals harder to find. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest LendingOne-ResiClub Fix-and-Flip Survey and what it reveals about today’s market. From the aging housing stock in the Northeast to risin…
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🎉 It’s our 1,500th episode! In this special milestone edition of Real Estate News for Investors, we’re taking a global view of the housing market in 2025. Discover which countries top the list of the most overpriced real estate markets—from China and Argentina to Singapore and Vietnam—based on mortgage burdens, price-to-income ratios, and more. Plu…
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