The U.S. Treasury has proposed rules clarifying which institutional homebuyers would face restrictions on purchasing additional single-family homes beginning January 7, 2027. The October 23 proposal addresses a 350-home control threshold, exceptions for new rental construction and major repairs, and purchase rights for certain renters. Its details affect property companies and prospective buyers. Key Takeaways The federal purchase restriction takes effect January 7, 2027, under a law enacted July 11, 2026. Treasury’s October 23 regulations are still proposed. Covered for-profit companies generally must control at least 350 single-family homes, including through certain related entities. Qualifying newly built rentals and extensively repaired homes may remain eligible for purchase under defined exceptions. Certain renter programs would provide a 30-day first opportunity to purchase a home. Comments on the proposal close November 23. The Treasury Department’s new proposal places the 350-home threshold at the center of planned federal purchase restrictions on institutional homebuyers,
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