Gen Z can't afford the American Dream—so they've traded homeownership for paying off debt. 'Their debt feels heavier because it hits earlier'
Gen Zers carry an average of $94,000 in personal debt.
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The American dream is no longer buying a house—it’s paying off debt
Gen Zers carry an average of $94,000 in personal debt.
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