INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Foreign real estate investment in the United States jumped sharply over the past year
According to the National Association of Realtors, international buyers spent $56 billion on U.S
Nearly half of them paid in full with cash, avoiding mortgages and rising interest rates
Most homes bought were in the high-price segment.Florida remained the top destination, making up 21% of international purchases for the
Other popular states included California, Texas, New York, and Arizona.Buyers from China made the largest investments: 15% of all foreign
home purchases and $13.7 billion in spending
Canadians came next with 14% of deals, followed by Mexico at 8%, then India and the United Kingdom.Foreign Buyers Spent $56 Billion on U.S
(Photo Internet reproduction)Of all foreign purchases, 56% came from buyers already living in the U.S., such as recent immigrants or people
The remaining 44% were made by buyers living abroad, purchasing American property from outside the country.Foreign Investors Return to U.S
Many foreign investors see U.S
house prices and interest rates pushed many to avoid loans by paying upfront in cash
While still below pre-pandemic levels, this renewed foreign demand is shaping market conditions in key states.It adds competition for
limited housing, which can push prices even higher, especially in areas where locals already struggle to afford homes.This trend brings in
billions but raises critical questions
Who can afford to live in cities where properties are increasingly owned by people from abroad? And what impact does it have on local
families competing to buy a home?This report relies solely on official figures from the National Association of Realtors and includes no
All data is verified and reflects factual activity in the U.S
housing market.CountryShare of Purchases (%)Total Investment (USD millions)China15%13,700Canada14%6,200Mexico8%4,400India6%2,200United
