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A Hard Look at the Economic World Gen Z Inherited

The Money with Katie Show

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Housing Affordability and Educational Impacts

This chapter examines the stark contrasts in housing affordability and educational attainment from the 1980s to today, particularly focusing on the financial challenges faced by Generation Z. It highlights how median home prices and required down payments have risen significantly, making homeownership increasingly out of reach for young adults. Additionally, the chapter discusses the rising costs of education and the corresponding income disparities linked to educational attainment, underscoring the evolving economic landscape for future generations.

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