ChatGPT said: Investor demand for single-family rentals is surging, making up 33% of all purchases in Q2 2025 — the highest in five years. While total sales slowed, investors gained a larger market share, with small landlords driving most acquisitions. Many buy distressed homes for value-add potential, but rising repair costs, slower rent growth, and operational challenges are squeezing returns, prompting a shift toward scalable, passive multifamily investments.