Investors Now Snapping Up Nearly One in Three U.S. Homes
- Neil Caron
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- 2 min read
September 16, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️
Investor activity in the housing market is surging. In the first half of 2025, about 30% of single-family homes were purchased by investors—up from 25% in 2024. This growing investor footprint is reshaping market access and fueling urgency for Connecticut buyers and sellers.
What’s Driving the Investor Wave
Steady investor dominance: While total investor purchases sit at roughly 85,000 homes per month—flat from last year—their market share has surged, mostly due to calmer owner-occupant activity. CotalityRISMedia
Medium-size investors leading: Investors who own between 10–99 properties grew their market presence from 6% to 10% from mid-2024 to mid-2025. Cotality
Cash market advantage: Investors—particularly those paying all-cash and waiving contingencies—are well positioned in a high-rate, high-price environment. CotalityRealEstateNews.com
What This Means for Connecticut
For Buyers | For Sellers |
Investor competition is real—many homes, especially cheaper ones, are moving quickly. Act fast, be pre-approved, and stay flexible. | You’re in demand—especially if you’re moving or downsizing. Just be smart about pricing and leverage speed to market. |
Neil’s Take 🎤
"Investors are reshaping the market—and in Connecticut, that makes competition fierce, especially for entry-level homes. Buyers need clarity and readiness. Sellers with equity are in a powerful position—but only if they price and pivot quickly.— Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager, CMG Mortgage
RSL Piggy Points
A record 30% of homes are now investor-owned—a market highlight, not a long-term trend.
Medium-scale investors are fueling the surge—not just the mega players.
Connecticut-specific opportunity: Investors mostly target value; well-priced, well-timed properties still win.
Prepared buyers thrive; smartly-positioned sellers capitalize on demand.
RSL Perspective
At ReadySetLoan™️, we see two truths: The housing market is competitive—but not bleak. Investors create urgency, but also predictability—those who are prepared and realistic can still win. Whether you're buying, selling, or refinancing, clarity and speed remain your greatest assets.
Final Lap
Investor-buying is reaching new heights—now claiming nearly one in three homes. In Connecticut, that means competition is real—but so are the rewards for the ready. ReadySetLoan™️ stands by your side to seize opportunity, not surrender to noise.
