Investment Trends and Reasons Behind the Shift
In response to political and economic instability, Latin American investors are increasingly considering real estate investment in the United States as a strategic way to protect and diversify their wealth beyond regional borders.
According to a report by Dividenz, a platform specializing in real estate investment, the interest in moving part of their assets away from Latin America has significantly increased between late 2024 and early 2025.
This trend has spread across the region, as per surveys conducted by Dividenz in Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia. The study found that 68% of participants “definitely” or “probably” would transfer part of their wealth outside Latin America.
Key Destinations for Investment
Among the preferred destinations, the United States leads due to factors such as its legal security, macroeconomic stability, and mature real estate market.
“More and more investors in the region understand that safeguarding their wealth involves geographical diversification and accessing markets with greater macroeconomic stability and concrete return options. The United States represents an opportunity due to the scale and maturity of its real estate market,” said Diego Arrojo, Dividenz’s Commercial Manager for South America.
Opportunity and Caution in 2025
Perception of political risk, inflation, and loss of purchasing power are key factors driving this capital migration towards the United States. According to the study, 80% of respondents feel “extremely concerned” or “concerned” about the security of their wealth.
For many, investing in the U.S. real estate market offers a double benefit: protecting assets in a regulated environment and accessing more predictable returns. In terms of real estate investment volume, Mexico and Colombia stand out regionally as countries with the highest capital flow to the United States.
The interest of Mexicans in U.S. real estate investment is expected to persist, driven by the need for stability amid global political and economic adjustments.
Misinformation: A Challenge
While the intention to diversify is clear among Latin American real estate investors, a significant knowledge gap remains between those with small and medium-sized capital volumes.
Dividenz’s report shows that 55% of respondents admit having little or no knowledge about investing in real estate outside their country. Only 10% consider themselves very familiar with the process.
This lack of experience exposes investors to unnecessary risks, such as choosing opaque options or falling prey to dubious actors promising high returns without solid foundations.
“We understand the uncertain moment many Latin American investors are facing. Our proposal is to provide affordable access to multifamily, industrial, and retail real estate assets that are already built and operational, enabling them to diversify and protect their wealth without leaving their home country,” added Mariza Alvarado, Dividenz’s Commercial Director for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is driving Latin American investors to shift their focus to the U.S. real estate market? Political and economic instability in Latin America has led investors to seek more stable markets, with the U.S. real estate market being a popular choice due to its legal security, macroeconomic stability, and mature real estate sector.
- What are the primary concerns of Latin American investors? The main concerns include political risk, inflation, and loss of purchasing power.
- What benefits do investors see in the U.S. real estate market? Investors view it as a way to protect their assets in a regulated environment and access more predictable returns.
- What challenges do smaller investors face in real estate diversification? A significant knowledge gap exists, with many lacking understanding of investing in real estate outside their home country. This can lead to unnecessary risks, such as choosing opaque options or falling for dubious actors promising high returns without solid foundations.
