First-Time Homebuyers

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Median Earnings Rise to Nearly $60,000 for Workers Ages 25 to 34

Americans ages 25 to 34 now earn a median $59,280 annually-almost 50% more than younger workers-but rising student debt, rent, and delayed homebuying are squeezing savings and raising concerns about long-term financial security

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How Much Couples Need to Retire in Each State

Median savings for Americans in their 30s and 40s fall far short of the typical down payment needed for a home, with high prices and closing costs widening the gap and forcing buyers to seek new strategies to build cash reserves

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