[EXPERT] Are You a “Real” Adult if You Don’t Own a Home?

Are you a “real” adult if you don’t own your primary home? Today’s expert guest, a generational researcher, explains how that definition of true adulthood was shaped by our parents’ era—and why it’s no longer relevant for Millennials and Gen Z. This Week’s Expert: Dr. Meghan Grace is a generational expert, researcher, and author who’s spent her career studying how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the way we think about careers, money, and yes, real estate. She’s here to share insights on why younger generations are especially drawn to strategies like Second Home First—from growing up in the sharing economy to coming of age in a digital-first world. She also breaks down the latest research which just might prove that my Baby Boomer Dad’s skepticism wasn’t personal—but generational. Tune in to learn: -Why the “forever home” is a myth  -How generational mindset shifts impact our approach to life -How younger buyers are using short-term rentals to offset mortgages and build equity -Why renting in high-cost cities can be a strategic financial move, not a failure -How buying a second home first can unlock both lifestyle freedom and long-term wealth Key links: –Subscribe to the free weekly newsletter: BuyYourSecondHomeFirst.com/#subscribe  –Visit the website: BuyYourSecondHomeFirst.com –Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @BuyYourSecondHomeFirst –Find us on Substack: SecondHomeFirst.Substack.com  –Say Hi! [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])  A Special Thank You To Our Sponsors: Lodgify: https://lodgify.com/?afmc=28y Use code SHF20 for an ADDITIONAL (!) 20% their yearly and bi-yearly plans Minoan: https://www.Minoan.com/SecondHome   Use the link provided to sign up and receive a free $25 in credit. Turno: https://go.turno.com/second_home_first  Use the link provided to get $25 off your first clean. Flytographer: https://www.Flytographer.com/SHF   Use code SHF25 for $25 off your first shoot PriceLabs: https://hello.pricelabs.co/signup/?referral=secondhomefirst  Use code SecondHomeFirst (all one word) for a 30-day free trial, plus $10 off your first invoice