Millions of people have been making predictions about 2012, ever since the Mayans ruled Central America.  Hollywood even made a movie about it!   So Kathy figured she would take a stab at it with a focus on real estate investing.

On this episode, Kathy explains why:

>> Interest rates will remain low
>> The US economy will grow by 2-3%
>> The number of first-time home buyers will increase
>> The stock market will hold steady
>> Oil prices will spike
>> Food costs will spike
>> Foreign investors will buy up more real estate
>> Rents will continue to rise
>> Apartments will be in demand
>> Home Construction will Increase

In Summary – things will look rosey in 2012 in preparation for elections.  Good economic news will fuel job growth, and more jobs will fuel home sales.  Expect price increases on housing (albeit quite small).  Jan-April of 2012 will be an optimum time to buy in order to avoid the buying frenzy expected in Spring and Summer.

Speak with a Real Wealth Network investment counselor for tips on the next hottest emerging markets or join us for one of our next property showcase events!

You can read Kathy’s blog post here for more about her Top 10 Predictions for Real Estate in 2012

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Kathy begins this show by going over the latest headline news in real estate and how it relates to property investing.

Then (as we have done for the past six years on the Real Wealth Show) Kathy interviews her husband, Rich Fettke, about the process he has used for the past 15 years with his coaching clients.

Before planning 2012, it’s important to take a good look at 2011.  What worked, what didn’t, what did you learn, and what can you differently in the new year?  Join Rich, as he walks us through this year-end completion process.  Then, he takes us through the process of creating a 2012 success plan.

Rich Fettke is a Master Certified business coach and the best-selling author of Extreme Success.  As of one the nation’s top coaches for the past 15 years, his work has been featured on every major TV network,USA Today, SF Chronicle and Entrepreneur Magazine.  Rich is also an active real estate investor and is director of business development at Real Wealth Network.

On this episode, you will learn:

>> Why it’s important to “close out” your year
>> What successes, wins and lessons you experienced in 2011
>> How to set a theme for 2012 that motivates and inspires you
>> How to create a strategic plan for focus and effectiveness this year
>> And a bunch of other big ideas!

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Kathy begins this show by going over the latest headline news in real estate and how it relates to property investing.

Then she goes over the steps that wise investors make at the end of each year.

On this episode, you will learn:

>> What real estate investors need to know about tax planning
>> Steps to take to organize and wrap up your yearly files
>> How to create more tax deductions
>> Ways to accelerate depreciation expenses

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Kathy begins this show by going over the latest headline news in real estate and how it relates to property investing.

Then she explains your options with tax planning.  Should you defer taxes through a 401k or choose a different option?  It really depends on your situation.

On this episode, you will learn:

>> How to investigate what you’re being told about tax planning
>> What you should know about the kids of Baby Boomers
>> What the doubling of student loan defaults means to your wealth
>> What options you have besides paying huge taxes or deferring taxes

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