Is buying a home still the American Dream?

Name: Is buying a home still the American Dream?
Uploaded: 2026-08-27T00:00:24+08:00
Description: Is buying a home still the American Dream? CNBC Make It spoke with renters around the country — millionaires, former homeowners, forever renters — for their thoughts. Watch more on why renting is growing more attractive than buying in the U.S. in the related video.

7.8K views3 minAug 27, 2026

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Outlier vs channel median1.0×Comparable-age T+720h

Current velocity—needs two snapshots

Engagement2.9%likes + comments

ConfidenceMedium9 comparable videos

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Last observed 10/4/2026, 6:35:24 PM

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