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The American Dream Now Costs More Than $5.3 Million
Original: The ‘American Dream’ Now Costs More Than $5.3 Million
A new analysis by Investopedia estimates the lifetime cost of achieving the traditional American Dream — including homeownership, raising children, college education, retirement savings, a car and healthcare — at more than $5.3 million. The figure has reignited debate about how attainable middle-class milestones remain for younger generations, with many arguing the dream is priced out of reach for most ordinary households.
Why now: The eye-popping total is fueling conversation about affordability and whether the American Dream is still achievable.
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- The ‘American Dream’ Now Costs More Than $5.3 Million · Investopedia
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