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‘The kids are not all right’: Gen Zers and millennials are as likely to own crypto as real estate
Apr 11, 2024 ·
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‘The kids are not all right’: Gen Zers and millennials are as likely to own crypto as real estate
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Title: Gen Z and Millennials Prioritize Crypto Investments Amid Housing Affordability Crisis A recent survey from Policygenius reveals an intriguing trend among younger generations, showing an equal likelihood of owning...
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Title: Gen Z and Millennials Prioritize Crypto Investments Amid Housing Affordability Crisis
A recent survey from Policygenius reveals an intriguing trend among younger generations, showing an equal likelihood of owning cryptocurrency as real estate. With home affordability at a significant low, exacerbated by high interest rates, wage stagnation, and a limited housing supply, Gen Zers and millennials are turning to digital assets as an alternative investment strategy. This shift is occurring in a context where traditional wealth accumulation through real estate becomes increasingly challenging, especially as the real estate market has seen substantial price increases without a corresponding rise in wages. Furthermore, the allure of cryptocurrency investments is strengthened by their accessibility and the recent surge in Bitcoin value, offering a glimpse of hope for wealth generation for these younger, internet-savvy generations. Meanwhile, traditional avenues for financial advice are being eschewed in favor of social media and innovative financial "hacks," showcasing a significant transformation in how financial literacy and investment decisions are approached by Gen Z and millennials.
Subtopics:
1. Cryptocurrency ownership among Gen Z and millennials.
2. Challenges in the real estate market affecting younger generations.
3. The rise of Bitcoin and digital asset investments.
4. Alternative financial practices and advice sources for Gen Z and millennials.
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A recent survey from Policygenius reveals an intriguing trend among younger generations, showing an equal likelihood of owning cryptocurrency as real estate. With home affordability at a significant low, exacerbated by high interest rates, wage stagnation, and a limited housing supply, Gen Zers and millennials are turning to digital assets as an alternative investment strategy. This shift is occurring in a context where traditional wealth accumulation through real estate becomes increasingly challenging, especially as the real estate market has seen substantial price increases without a corresponding rise in wages. Furthermore, the allure of cryptocurrency investments is strengthened by their accessibility and the recent surge in Bitcoin value, offering a glimpse of hope for wealth generation for these younger, internet-savvy generations. Meanwhile, traditional avenues for financial advice are being eschewed in favor of social media and innovative financial "hacks," showcasing a significant transformation in how financial literacy and investment decisions are approached by Gen Z and millennials.
Subtopics:
1. Cryptocurrency ownership among Gen Z and millennials.
2. Challenges in the real estate market affecting younger generations.
3. The rise of Bitcoin and digital asset investments.
4. Alternative financial practices and advice sources for Gen Z and millennials.
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