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Locked out: Why young Europeans can’t afford to buy homes

Europe is facing a serious housing crisis and young people are feeling the strain. While many dream of owning their own home, it is becoming increasingly difficult to do so. Younger generations in Europe have lower homeownership rates than earlier generations, according to the OECD.

So, how have homeownership rates changed across generations? Why is homeownership falling among young Europeans? And in which countries are young people struggling the most?

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