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Back to EpisodesBaby Boomers Dominate Housing Market as First-Time Buyers Hit Record Low
Episode 1691
Published 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Description
Baby boomers are now the largest force in the U.S. housing market, while first-time buyers have fallen to a record low. Kathy Fettke breaks down new National Association of Realtors data showing how high mortgage rates, rising costs, and home equity are creating a major divide between today's buyers.
In this episode, learn why boomers now make up 42% of home buyers, why younger households are struggling to enter the market, and what this means for home prices, rental demand, and real estate investors in 2026.
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