Invest in United States Real Estate
Why Investors Choose the USA?
- Large and diversified economy
- Multiple property sectors
- Established rental markets
- Significant geographic diversification
- Strong financial and professional infrastructure
- Potential for rental income and capital appreciation
- Access to hundreds of metropolitan markets
Foreign Ownership & Buying Laws
Foreign nationals can generally purchase US real estate, although specific rules, taxes and financing conditions can vary by state and property type.
International investors should consider:
- State-specific regulations
- Federal and state taxes
- Property taxes
- Insurance
- Financing
- Ownership structure
- Estate planning
- Tax implications when selling
Professional US legal and tax advice should be obtained before purchasing.
Typical Rental Yield
For broad website guidance, residential gross rental yields can vary considerably by city and property type. Approximately 4%–8% gross can be used as an indicative range, rather than a national average or guaranteed return.
The important metric for an investor is net yield after vacancy, property tax, insurance, management and maintenance costs.
Market Performance
The FHFA House Price Index provides one of the most comprehensive measures of US single-family house-price movements, covering all 50 states and more than 400 cities.
US house prices increased:
- +2.9% YoY — Q2 2025
- +2.2% YoY — Q3 2025
- +1.8% YoY — Q4 2025
This also demonstrates why investors should analyse the specific city, rather than relying solely on a national figure.
How to Buy Property in the USA
1. Define your investment strategy
Capital growth, rental income, lifestyle or diversification.
2. Select the market
Compare cities, neighbourhoods and property sectors.
3. Identify the property
Review purchase price, rental demand and potential returns.
4. Make an offer
Negotiate and enter into the purchase contract.
5. Conduct due diligence
Inspection, title, valuation, insurance and legal checks.
6. Arrange financing
Cash purchase or financing where available.
7. Complete the transaction
Close through the appropriate legal/title/escrow process.
8. Manage the property
Lease and professionally manage the asset.
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally yes, although state-level rules and tax considerations apply.
No. International investors can purchase remotely with appropriate professional support.
Potentially, depending on the lender, property and investor profile.
There is no single US ROI. Rental yields and appreciation vary significantly between markets.
That depends on whether the investor prioritises rental yield, appreciation, liquidity or lifestyle.
WHY ELLIOTT & CO?
One Global Perspective. Multiple Local Markets.
Investing internationally requires more than finding a property.
It requires understanding the market, the laws, the numbers, the risks and the long-term investment strategy.
Elliott & Co Real Estate gives clients access to international property opportunities while helping them navigate the differences between each market.
We help you:
Compare markets
Understand where your investment objectives may be best aligned.
Identify opportunities
Access selected properties across multiple international markets.
Understand the numbers
Evaluate rental income, capital appreciation and acquisition costs.
Navigate complexity
Connect with appropriate local legal, tax and property professionals.
Invest with perspective
Look beyond the property itself and consider the wider market and long-term strategy.