Gold just hit a record $4,000 an ounce — its highest level ever — as investors seek safety amid a falling dollar and global uncertainty. In this episode, Kathy Fettke explains why gold is having its best year since 1979, what it signals about the economy, and why many are turning to hard assets like real estate to protect and grow their wealth.

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SOURCE: https://www.npr.org/2025/10/08/nx-s1-5566666/gold-hits-record-best-year-1979

President Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on lumber, cabinets, and furniture — starting at 10% and rising as high as 50% by January. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what these tariffs mean for the housing market and for real estate investors.

With lumber and wood products already under strain from supply chain disruptions, higher import costs could make new construction, remodeling, and even replacement materials more expensive. Kathy explains how these new trade policies might ripple through the real estate industry — from home builders facing tighter margins to investors navigating higher property and renovation costs.

Plus, we look at which countries are hit hardest, how Canada and Vietnam are responding, and what this could mean for long-term housing affordability in the U.S.

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With the federal government shut down and the official jobs report on hold, investors are turning to ADP’s private payroll data for answers — and the numbers aren’t encouraging. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the surprise 32,000 job decline in September, the biggest drop in more than two years. You’ll hear insights from ADP’s Chief Economist Nela Richardson and Boston Fed President Susan Collins on why employers are pulling back hiring, how wage growth is shifting, and what this means for the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision.

Stay informed on how these economic shifts could impact real estate investors and the broader housing market.

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SOURCE: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/01/private-payrolls-declined-in-september-by-32000-in-key-adp-report-coming-amid-shutdown-data-blackout.html