The conversation about rising home prices is inevitable, with predictions that the value may exceed a million dollars in the coming years. A study by Zillow highlighted the affordability crisis, indicating that since 2020, one would need to earn 80% more to comfortably purchase a home in the current market. This challenge is primarily due to a 42% increase in home prices coupled with mortgage rates exceeding 7%, requiring almost double the income compared to 2020 to afford the same house.