Did Boomers Have It Easier Buying Their First Homes?

09/07/2024 18 min Episodio 14
Did Boomers Have It Easier Buying Their First Homes?

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Episode Synopsis

In this insightful episode, Dave Gallegos tackles the question of generational financial differences. Dave compares the housing market conditions faced by Baby Boomers to those confronting today's first-time homebuyers. He explores factors such as interest rates, home prices, income levels, and economic conditions, providing a comprehensive look at the generational differences. Join Dave as he unpacks whether the older generation truly had an advantage and what lessons can be learned for navigating the current housing market.00:50 - The Difference Home Ownership Makes01:45 - “No, Boomers Didn’t Have It Easier Than Millennials Buying Their First Home”05:30 - The Real Numbers07:05 - New Ways To Spend Money10:55 - Capitalism Changed the Narrative13:05 - Boomers Didn’t Have the Options