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nvestors have been a dominant force in the real estate market, snapping up homes to convert into rentals or add to their portfolios. However, high interest rates and declining rent prices have made this strategy less profitable, prompting a record number of investors to sell off their properties. This trend is good news for hopeful homeowners looking for deals on new homes.

    According to Realtor.com's Investor Report, released in June 2025, investors listed 509,000 properties for sale in 2024, a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels but lower than the numbers seen in 2021 and 2022. The report notes that investor sales have shifted from cashing in on soaring home values to market softening and easing rents.

    The top five states benefiting from this surge in listings are Missouri, Oklahoma, Georgia, Kansas, and Utah. While increased inventory may not significantly impact sky-high home prices, it should provide more options for buyers within these states compared to neighboring areas.