President Trump’s recent announcement to ban big institutional investors from buying more single family homes has sparked discussions on housing affordability across the U.S. In a Truth Social post on January 7, 2026, Trump highlighted how record inflation has pushed the American Dream out of reach, vowing to call on Congress to codify the ban and prioritize people over corporations.
History of Institutional Home Buying: A Beginner’s Overview The issue traces back to the 2008 financial crisis, when foreclosures flooded the market, allowing firms like Blackstone and Invitation Homes to buy distressed properties en masse. By the 2020s, low interest rates fueled a surge—investors purchased 1 in 3 single-family homes in Q2 2025, per PR News Wire via Batch Data. This reduced inventory for individual buyers, driving up prices and rents, especially in growing markets where corporations treat homes as assets for profit.
Trump’s Proposal and Potential Impacts Trump’s plan aims to halt large investors (those owning 1,000+ properties) from further acquisitions, emphasizing “People live in homes, not corporations.” Details will be discussed at his Davos speech later this month. If codified, it could free up inventory, easing affordability for young Americans and first-time buyers. Critics argue enforcement might be complex, but supporters see it addressing a 15-year trend where investors own over 20% of U.S. rentals.
Local Insights for Colorado Springs In Colorado Springs, institutional buying affects about 5-10% of single-family rentals, particularly in affordable areas like Fountain and Peyton, per local Pikes Peak Association of Realtors reports. With median prices at $441,000-$492,000 (depending on source) and inventory at 1.8 months in early 2026, a ban could boost supply, helping military families near Peterson AFB or remote workers drawn to our outdoor lifestyle. However, without it, competition from investors could keep entry-level homes scarce.
For more on national trends, see the National Association of Realtors’ housing reports.
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I’m Andrew Bacon, a Top Colorado Springs Real Estate Broker in Colorado Springs. I take care of my clients as family and aim to provide them with the necessary information and tools to navigate the complex markets in Colorado and around the US.
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