Housing costs are so high some Americans are delaying milestones like getting married, having kids and even adopting a pet

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Americans are sacrificing a lot just to be able to afford a roof over their head. 

According to a recent Redfin survey, more than 44% of U.S. homeowners and renters said they struggle to afford their mortgage or rent payments. And because of that, they’ve been forced to forgo dining out at restaurants and taking vacations.