The latest Redfin report shows the typical U.S. homebuyer put down $62,468 in April 2025—down about 1% year over year, marking the first annual decline in nearly two years. Byron Lazine broke down the numbers in today’s Hot Sheet.
From a recent Realtor.com® survey, 75% of Americans view homeownership as part of the American dream, with 59% believing it’s achievable. Millennials (69%) and Gen Z (70%) still hold homeownership as a life goal despite affordability challenges.
New research from Zillow highlights the number one reason a ‘silver tsunami’ won’t fix the housing shortage or improve affordability for most would-be buyers.
A new Realtor.com report shows homebuyers are still holding onto the dream of homeownership despite affordability challenges. Younger generations (millennials and Gen Zers) are more optimistic about buying a home in the next year or five years.
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