Economists' Outlook

Housing stats and analysis from NAR's research experts.

Cash Sales at 33 Percent of Residential Sales

Approximately 33 percent of respondents reported cash sales in January [1]. About 13 percent of reported sales made by a first-time buyer were cash sales compared to about 50 to 70 percent for investors and international buyers. See the January REALTORS® Confidence Index Survey report for more information.

[1] The RCI Survey asks about the most recent sale for the month.

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