REI Only: Why Small Investors Are Buying 30% of U.S. Homes in 2025 (And What It Means for You)

The FasterFreedom Show: Change the Way You Think About Freedom

In this week’s REI Only episode of The FasterFreedom Show, Sam breaks down the surprising stat from the Wall Street Journal: small investors are buying 30% of homes in 2025. But is it as crazy as it sounds?

Get the real story behind the numbers — who these “small investors” actually are, why hedge funds are backing off, and how local knowledge and off-market deals are creating massive opportunity for savvy investors. Sam shares practical insights for thriving in today’s “weird but normal” market, plus key tips on creative financing, exit strategies, and staying disciplined in your buy box.

You’ll Learn:

• Why 80% of investment properties are owned by small investors

• The real meaning behind the 30% headline

• How off-market deals shift the stats

• What the BRRRS method still works (if you know what you're doing)

• Smart plays in a low-cash-flow, high-rate market

• How to win with singles and doubles, not just home runs

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