Economists' Outlook

Housing stats and analysis from NAR's research experts.

2012 NAR Investment And Vacation Home Buyers Survey: Sales

  • In 2011 there was an increase in the number of investment properties purchased and a decline in the number of principal residences purchased.
  • Investment properties purchased jumped to 27% in 2011 of the market from 17% of the market in 2010.
  • 41% of investment buyers purchased more than 1 property in 2011.
  • Vacation properties purchased have remained nearly flat since 2009. 11% of properties purchased in 2011 were vacation homes.
  • For more on the 2012 NAR Investment And Vacation Home Buyers Survey, click here and here.

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