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Mar 2024
42m 49s

It's Official, The American Dream to Own...

Ken McElroy
About this episode
Ken McElroy and Danille McElroy discuss the dramatic shift in the American housing market between 2019 and 2024, highlighting the significant increase in home prices and interest rates that have effectively doubled the cost of homeownership. The slow growth in wages have put further pressure on the problem. The implications of these changes for first-time homebuyers, the middle class, and the broader societal impacts, including the trend towards a nation of renters and the future of the American dream.

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ABOUT KEN: Ken is the author of the bestselling books The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing, The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing, and The ABC’s of Property Management. With over two decades of experience in real estate investing, Ken McElroy is passionate about sharing the good life by helping real estate investors grow and prosper. This podcast is a place for Ken to discuss numerous topics connected to real estate investing, including finance, budgeting, the entrepreneur mindset, and creating passive income. Ken offers a wealth of personal experiences, practical advice, success stories, and even some informative setbacks, all presented here to educate and inspire. Whether you’re a new or seasoned investor, the information and resources on this channel will set you on a path where you and your investments can thrive.
 
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