Best Moodys Analytics Podcasts (2025)

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Which Real Estate Sectors Are Most Vulnerable? | Moody’s Analytics Economist Explains 32:02

2d ago32:02

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What does Moody's Analytics have to say about shifting real estate market? Well not all sectors are moving in the same direction and telling the sam story. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke is joined by Dr. Ermengarde Jabir, Economist at Moody’s Analytics, to uncover which areas of real estate are most vulnerable right now. From…

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Every Rose Has Its Thorn 1:04:05

2d ago1:04:05

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Moody’s Analytics colleague Dante DeAntonio joins the podcast to recap the April jobs report, along with the potpourri of other economic data released this week. Marisa dives into other labor market data, Cris tackles GDP, and Mark discusses consumer confidence. All along the way, Mark points out the thorns in recent data. The team also provides an…

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Intelligence analysis: All Source miniseries part 2 56:54

3d ago56:54

56:54

In a world increasingly defined by rapid information flow, interconnected risks, and complex decision-making, intelligence analysis has never been more critical—or challenging. In this second installment of our All Source miniseries, we are joined by Lieutenant General Guy Swan, U.S. Army (Retired) and President of Swan and Associates, LLC and Jaso…

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How to Use 1031 Exchanges to Build Wealth Through Real Estate 26:02

2d ago26:02

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Looking to build wealth through real estate while deferring taxes? A 1031 Exchange could be your most powerful tool. In this episode, we break down exactly what a 1031 Exchange is, who it’s for, and how to use it to your advantage. We cover the key rules you need to follow, the strict timelines involved, and whether you need to reinvest in the same…

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Shaken, Not Stirred 57:28

10d ago57:28

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Richard Barkham, Senior Economic Advisor at CBRE, joins the podcast to discuss the outlook for commercial real estate and the economy. Richard is decidedly more sanguine than the podcast hosts. Mark, Cris and Marisa also discuss the economic team’s recent win for Most Accurate U.S. Forecast for 2023-2024 by Consensus Economics. They debate how much…

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Real Wealth Member Story: 33 Doors, Velocity Banking, and Reaching Financial Freedom with Kyle Nott 30:33

11d ago30:33

30:33

Have you ever wondered how velocity banking can help you retire early with real estate? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, we catch up with Real Wealth member Kyle Nott, who was first featured in 2022. Since then, Kyle has dramatically transformed his investment strategy—scaling his portfolio to 33 rental doors, stepping away from syndication…

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A Shifting Economic Landscape: Consumer Sentiment, Tariffs, and Risk Mitigation 33:13

9d ago33:13

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Equifax advisors Jesse Hardin, Dave Sojka, Tom O'Neill, and Maria Urtubey explore the disconnect between positive hard data and declining consumer sentiment, rising concerns over tariffs, and their disproportionate impact on households and businesses. They dig into leading indicators to watch—like delinquency rates, employment trends, and consumer …

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Can a Home Warranty Save Cash Flow on a Rental Property? 9:10

9d ago9:10

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Unexpected repairs can crush your cash flow—but a home warranty might help. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with expert Randy about how home warranties work, what they cover, and how they can reduce CapEx surprises for real estate investors. Whether you're hands-on or hands-off, this could be a smart tool to protect your…

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How to Build a Cashflow Machine Using the Co-Living Strategy with Miller McSwain 25:00

10d ago25:00

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If you're looking for a way to boost cashflow through real estate, the co-living strategy might be the game-changer you’ve been searching for. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke talks with Miller McSwain, a former rocket scientist who left his W-2 job to become a full-time real estate investor by building a cashflow machine with …

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The Inbox Episode 1:08:42

17d ago1:08:42

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This episode marks our four-year anniversary doing the Inside Economic podcast, and we devote the conversation to responding to listener questions. We’ve been getting lots of great Qs, ranging from the global trade war and DOGE cuts to immigration and productivity growth. Keep the questions coming. Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody’s Analy…

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From W-2 to Full Time Real Estate Investor at 35 with Mandy McAllister 23:13

16d ago23:13

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Ever dreamt of ditching your W-2 job and diving into real estate full-time—especially with a family depending on you? On this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with GoBundance Women’s Mandy McAllister, who made that leap at age 35. After a divorce dealt a major blow to her net worth, Mandy rebuilt her financial foundation…

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How Tariffs, the Job Market, and Recession Fears Could Affect Your Investments with Joel Naroff 37:38

17d ago37:38

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How tariffs, the job market, and recession fears could affect your investments is the focus of this episode of The Real Wealth Show with host Kathy Fettke and renowned economist Joel Naroff, Ph.D. They dive into the key economic trends shaping today’s uncertain financial landscape—exploring everything from trade tensions and employment shifts to ma…

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Mortgage Rates, Rising Inventory & Regional Trends: A Market Breakdown with Andy Walden 20:18

18d ago20:18

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What is going on with mortgage rates, inventory, and delinquencies? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, housing market expert Andy Walden joins us to break down the latest trends shaping real estate in 2025. We dive into key market dynamics—from rising housing inventory and slowing home price growth to shifting mortgage rates and regional mark…

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Jared Bernstein's Head is Spinning 1:13:54

23d ago1:13:54

1:13:54

The Inside Economics team is joined by the former chair of the White House’s Council of Economic Advisors, Jared Bernstein. Jared shares his evaluation of what has been a whirlwind few weeks for the global economy. With a healthy dose of humility, the group then debates where things might be headed in the U.S.-China trade war as well as which count…

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Channeling Trump 1:15:57

26d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Breitbart’s Economic and Finance Editor, John Carney, and the Urban Institute’s Jim Parrott return to Inside Economics to discuss the motivations and endgame of President Trump’s global trade war, tax and spending policy, and what will happen with Fannie and Freddie. The upshot of the conversation: the trade war isn’t going to end soon, and a reces…

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Corporate espionage: All Source miniseries part 1 47:08

26d ago47:08

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Could your company be the next target for corporate espionage, where trade secrets and competitive advantages hang in the balance? As corporate spies evolve their methods to outpace defenses, the risks have never been greater. In this gripping first episode of our All Source series, we’re joined by Michael Orlando, Senior Director of Global Securit…

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Mortgage Rates, Conforming Loans, and the All-In-One Loan: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know 22:53

26d ago22:53

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Wondering how today’s mortgage rates and loan types could impact your next real estate investment? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke and guest Caeli Ridge unpack the current lending landscape and what it means for investors looking to grow their portfolios. They break down the differences between conventional and non-QM loa…

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How to Rebalance Your Portfolio and Maximize Gains with a 1031 Exchange 28:36

27d ago28:36

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When should you stick with a buy-and-hold strategy—and when is it smarter to sell and rebalance your portfolio? In this episode, we dive into the art of portfolio rebalancing, featuring insights from our expert Dallas property team leader, who manages a $40 million real estate portfolio. Learn how strategic selling and using a 1031 exchange can hel…

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☹️ 1:11:17

1M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

The Moody's Analytics team discusses President Trump's trade war. Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody’s Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody’s Analytics Follow Mark Zandi on 'X', BlueSky or LinkedIn @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, …

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Recession Risk, The Unpredictable Economy, and Regional Market Trends with John Burns 25:40

29d ago25:40

25:40

Is a recession on the horizon, and how are regional housing markets responding? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke is joined by housing market expert John Burns to explore the pressing issues of recession risk, the unpredictable economy, and shifting regional market trends. They dive deep into how economic uncertainty is impactin…

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A Plethora of Data 1:13:44

1M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Mark, Marisa, and Cris break down this week's flood of economic data and explain how new auto tariffs will affect consumers and the overall economy. Their conversation addresses important concerns about the quality and availability of government statistics as they consider private-sector alternatives. They wrap up the episode with the ever-popular …

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How to Invest in Turn Key Rental Properties 29:48

1M ago29:48

29:48

Purchasing a turnkey rental property can be a hassle-free, hands-off way to grow your wealth and expand your portfolio. In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with Investment Counselor Leah Collich and new investor Krista Fettke to discuss how to successfully purchase turnkey rental properties. They’ll cover key topics…

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Fraud strategy: A growth engine? 49:34

1M ago49:34

49:34

Would you rather spend money recovering from a fraud-related attack or building an anti-fraud strategy? Organizations who become victims of fraud often find themselves paying enormous sums of money, managing severe reputational damage, and navigating uncertainties on how to better prepare for the future. In this episode of KYC Decoded we welcome Ch…

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Navigating the Housing Market Amid Economic Uncertainty with J Scott 31:41

1M ago31:41

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In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Jay Scott, real estate expert and investor, shares valuable insights on navigating the housing market during times of economic uncertainty. Jay discusses how the housing market often remains resilient during recessions, the impact of local job markets on real estate values, and the potential return of manufa…

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Investing with UBS CIO Mark Haefele 1:05:49

1M ago1:05:49

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Investing in these especially turbulent times is intrepid. No better person to navigate the ups and downs in global stock, bond, crypto and other asset markets than UBS’s CIO, Mark Haefele. Mark discusses his new book, in which he considers the broad global trends – the 5 Ds – investors should embrace. And he offers a few investment nuggets along t…

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Logan Mohtashami on Navigating the Housing Market, Economic Slowdown, and Government Policies 35:05

1M ago35:05

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Join Logan Mohtashami, a renowned housing expert, as he breaks down the current state of mortgage rates, the housing market, and how government policies are shaping economic conditions. In this episode, Logan discusses the relationship between economic slowdowns and mortgage rates, the challenges facing the construction industry, and the dynamics o…

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Protecting Your Real Estate Investments: LLCs, Asset Protection, and Common Investor Mistakes 27:20

1M ago27:20

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In this episode, we dive deep into the essential strategies for protecting your real estate investments. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, understanding the benefits of structuring your investments through an LLC is crucial for safeguarding your assets. We’ll explore when the right time is to create an LLC, how it works with …

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Fires and Floods with Firas Saleh 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

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Firas Saleh, director of product management at Moody's, joins the Inside Economics team to discuss the increasing risk of wildfires and floods. He highlights the growing frequency and intensity of natural disasters and the significant economic losses they cause. The conversation then shifts to the insurance industry, focusing on how rising insuranc…

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Will Economics Win? 30:43

2M ago30:43

30:43

The Inside Economics crew is joined by Matt Colyar to discuss February’s CPI report and a rapidly changing U.S. economic environment. Primarily, the conversation focuses on tariffs and the on-again, off-again chaos coming out of D.C. The group also discusses investors and U.S. trade partners’ increasingly evident fatigue and whether orthodox macroe…

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How to Leave Your W-2 Through Real Estate Investing with Grace Gudenkauf 21:49

2M ago21:49

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Are you dreaming of leaving your W-2 job but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with Grace Gudenkauf, real estate investor and co-author of The Self-Managing Landlord, to share how she built a successful rental portfolio in her twenties—creating time freedom and financial independence. Grac…

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Tranche 2: The future of AML and CTF compliance in Australia 45:10

2M ago45:10

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Australia recently passed an amended anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) bill that will soon include Tranche 2 entities in its regulatory regime. The result? Approximately 100,000 new entities under its scope. Regulating non-financial entities is not a new undertaking, as we’ve seen in countries like the UK, Singapore, a…

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From $1,000 to 100+ Rentals: Henry Washington’s Real Estate Success Story 31:47

2M ago31:47

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How do you turn just $1,000 into a thriving real estate portfolio with over 100 rental properties? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke sits down with seasoned real estate investor, mentor, and educator Henry Washington to share his incredible journey. Henry opens up about his early financial struggles, how he got started in r…

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Sharing the Angst 1:02:06

2M ago1:02:06

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Moody’s Analytics colleague, Dante DeAntonio joins the podcast to discuss the February jobs report, and the team shares their angst about potential cracks in the labor market. The conversation then turns to the potential impact of DOGE cuts to the federal workforce and the economic implications of the on-again, off-again tariffs that has developed …

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The Neuroscience of Creating Real Wealth with Ellen Petry Leanse 31:23

2M ago31:23

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Are your 2025 financial goals feeling out of reach? You’re not alone! Many people start the year with big ambitions but struggle to maintain momentum. That’s why in this episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke explores the neuroscience of wealth with Ellen Petry Leanse—an early Apple team member, TEDx speaker, and neuroscience expert—to …

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Syndication Investing 101: How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate with Mauricio Rauld 49:14

2M ago49:14

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Are you curious about real estate syndication and how it can help you build long-term wealth through passive investing? In this episode host Kathy Fettke sit down with Mauricio Rauld, a seasoned syndication attorney, to break down everything you need to know before diving into this powerful investment strategy. Mauricio explains what a syndication …

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Immigration Innovation with Adam Ozimek 1:19:10

2M ago1:19:10

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Adam Ozimek, Chief Economist at the Economic Innovation Group, joins the podcast to discuss his latest proposal to reform and replace the high-skilled immigration program in the U.S. (better known as H-1B). In addition to immigration policy, the group discusses remote work, the softening of recent economic data, and the prospects for the year ahead…

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Commercial Real Estate: Banking Risks & Market Outlook 24:35

2M ago24:35

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The commercial real estate market is shifting, and banking risks are playing a major role in shaping its future. In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Stanley from Moody’s Analytics to break down whether banks are reducing their exposure, what tightening credit conditions mean for investors, and what the general outlook is for Commercial Real Esta…

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The Trump Whisperer 1:04:54

2M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Inside Economics was fortunate to have Trump whisperer John Carney of Breitbart News join the podcast to provide his insight on the Trump administration’s efforts to rework government and reshape economic policy. Urban Institute scholar Jim Parrott helped guide the conversation. Listeners will get a wildly different perspective from that provided b…

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Sanctions 2025: What compliance professionals are working on now 28:51

2M ago28:51

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We find ourselves 3 years out from the Russia/Ukraine war, and the sanctions climate continues to evolve. From changing global politicians to sanctions regulations and enforcements to evasion tactics, it is imperative compliance professionals stay alive to risks, and the consequences of not doing so. In this episode of KYC Decoded, we are pleased t…

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Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors 20:23

2M ago20:23

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Why do real estate investors pay far less in taxes while earned income is taxed as high as 37%? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, Kathy Fettke sits down with Thomas Castelli of Hall CPA to reveal powerful tax strategies for real estate investors. Thomas breaks down how depreciation, passive losses, and real estate professional status can dra…

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Robert Reich on President Trump 57:00

2M ago57:00

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Robert Reich, UC Berkley professor and former Labor Secretary under President Clinton, joins the Inside Economics podcast to take a retrospective look at economic policies extending back to Clinton that ultimately contributed to President Trump’s election, and a prospective look at where the president is taking policy and what it means for democrac…

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Air Force Nurse to Real Estate Investor: How Stacey Stegenga Built Her Portfolio 24:36

2M ago24:36

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How do you go from serving as an air force nurse to building a thriving real estate portfolio? In this episode of The Real Wealth Show, we’re thrilled to introduce our newest Investment Counselor, Stacey Stegenga, who did just that! Stacey shares her incredible journey from military service to real estate investing, including how she overcame analy…

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Realtor Confidence, Homebuyer Trends & The Future of Real Estate with NAR's Jessica Lautz 29:01

2M ago29:01

29:01

Realtor confidence and homebuying trends are shifting as the real estate market undergoes major changes. With low inventory, rising home prices, and industry-shaking events like the Sitzer/Burnett vs. NAR lawsuit, buyers, sellers, and agents are adapting to a new landscape. So, what does this mean for Realtors, homebuyers, and investors? In this ep…

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Inflation Blues 57:18

3M ago57:18

57:18

After congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their dominant Super Bowl win, the Inside Economics team breaks down the week’s inflation data. Moody’s Analytics colleague Matt Colyar joins to help unpack the details behind January’s hotter-than-hoped-for CPI and then the group discusses whether their outlooks for 2025 have changed. Predictably, th…

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Real Estate Coaching: Should this Investor Sell or Hold? 36:02

3M ago36:02

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In this Real Wealth Show episode, we’re coaching an investor through a major real estate dilemma—should he sell off smaller rental properties to consolidate into a larger asset? Ben, a Real Wealth Member, originally accelerated his financial independence by leveraging out-of-state investing through investing in 40+ rental properties. But now, risin…

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Economic Outlook 2025: Inflation, Jobs, and Market Trends 22:39

3M ago22:39

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With President Trump’s administration in full swing, we’re joined by Shandor Whitcher, economist at Moody’s Analytics, to break down key economic trends shaping the year ahead. Get the latest on inflation, labor market dynamics, and the Federal Reserve’s approach to interest rates, along with the impact of global trade policies, emerging technologi…

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OSINT 101: Turning data into intelligence 49:07

3M ago49:07

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An exponential growth in data has coincided with the era of exponential risk - what does this mean for anti-financial crime and risk professionals? With ever increasing amounts of unstructured data and information at their fingertips, how can professional investigators implement sophisticated open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations to make …

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The Future of Real Estate Taxes: Bonus Depreciation, SALT, and More 26:19

3M ago26:19

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What is the future of Real Estate taxes? The 2017 Trump Tax Cuts brought significant benefits to real estate investors, but many of those provisions are set to expire soon—potentially leading to higher taxes across the board. With Congress facing a major decision, will these tax breaks be extended, or is a tax hike on the horizon? In this episode o…

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Eagles and Jobs and Tariffs, Oh My! 1:15:57

3M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Dante joins the podcast to break down the January employment report and provide his odds for an Eagles Super Bowl victory. The job market is starting 2025 in a great place, and the team discusses the implications of significant revisions to labor market data. Finally, the conversation turns to tariff policy as everyone weighs in on which tariffs, i…

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Real Estate Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started 27:48

3M ago27:48

27:48

Thinking about getting started in real estate investing but feeling stuck due to high interest rates and home prices? You’re not alone! In this special episode of The Real Wealth Show, host Kathy Fettke is joined by Real Wealth’s investment counselor Leah Collich and social media manager Krista Fettke—who is also a brand-new investor—to tackle the …

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