Here is your real estate news for Friday, November 7th.
Today’s Real Estate News (November 7th, 2025):
Investor Purchases Hit Record Share in Single-Family Homes
In Q3 2025, investors (defined as buyers with three or more properties) accounted for approximately 30% of all U.S. single-family home purchases—up from about 27% a year ago. In many markets, these investors are paying premiums over homeowner-buyer levels: in Utah up ~35 %, in California ~23 %, in New York ~12%.
Locked-In Homeowners + Low Turnover = Constrained Supply
Meanwhile, home-ownership turnover remains at a multi-decade low: roughly 28 out of every 1,000 homes changed hands in the first nine months of 2025. Many sellers are staying put because they locked in lower-rate mortgages, reducing supply even as buyer demand remains.
Mortgage Rates (November 7th, 2025):
- 30-Year Fixed-Rate: 6.32%
- 15-Year Fixed-Rate: 5.82%
- 30-Year Jumbo: 6.40%
- 10 Year Treasury Yield: 4.06%
In the competitive real estate market, staying informed is crucial for both buyers and sellers. By understanding mortgage trends, housing market shifts, and the broader economic environment, individuals can make well-informed decisions. This knowledge can lead to more effective pricing strategies, better investment timing, and smoother transactions. For buyers, tracking mortgage rates can help them secure more favorable terms, while sellers who know their local market trends can set more competitive listing prices. Overall, staying updated on these topics not only helps real estate professionals serve their clients better, but also empowers everyday buyers and sellers to achieve their property goals.
Thanks for reading,
Chris
