Today’s Solutions: August 03, 2026

American Millennials are making the news once again. This time, it’s because the demographic as a whole can’t afford to purchase homes. According to a recent survey by Apartment list, a staggering 80% of Millennials, those born between the years 1980 and 1995, express that they want to buy a home. Here’s the kicker: 69% have less than $1000 available for a down payment. What’s more is that 40% don’t have any savings at all.

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