The Truth About Wall Street Buying Up Homes

Mortgage Research Network Podcast · Mar 27, 2026 · 4m

Wall Street investors have been blamed for driving up home prices—but the data tells a more nuanced story. Large institutional buyers own less than 1% of single-family homes and are already pulling back from the market. Tim Lucas and Craig Berry break down what’s really happening, why policymakers are stepping in, and whether these efforts will make housing more affordable.In this episode you’ll learn:How much investors actually own: Large institutional investors control less than 1% of single-family homes nationwide. Why they became a target: Their activity in certain markets fueled…