On The Market New 2025 Survey: Real Estate Investors Are Surprisingly Confident
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Jun 19, 2025 Explore investor confidence in the current housing market and the surprising willingness to expand portfolios despite regional differences. The podcast dives into the effects of rising mortgage rates and the latest inflation data on housing affordability. It also discusses the impact of immigration policies and tariffs on the market, revealing varying perspectives among homeowners and renters. Listeners will gain insights into strategies for navigating these economic challenges in real estate.
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Investor Confidence Varies by Region
- 45% of real estate investors plan to grow their portfolio soon, which is higher than expected.
- Investor growth intentions vary by region, with the Midwest most active and the West Coast least.
Mortgage Rates Limit Transactions
- Investors willingness to accept mortgage rates drops sharply above 5%, halving by 7%.
- This helps explain the 50% drop in housing transactions since 2022 due to current ~7% mortgage rates.
Cap Rates Signal Buying Opportunity
- 65% of investors are willing to accept cap rates above 6%, signaling good buying opportunities.
- Cap rates rising from ~4.9% to ~6% translates to roughly 25% lower multifamily property prices now.