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EPISODE · Oct 18, 2025 · 9 MIN

Why Young Americans Can’t Afford Homes... and How to Fix It!

from Common Sense for America · host Bruce Rutherford

There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in America — and it’s hitting our youngest generations hardest. In this episode, Bruce Rutherford breaks down why so many Americans can no longer afford to buy a home — and what common sense policies could restore the dream of homeownership. From runaway inflation to broken tax policy and sky-high interest rates, Bruce explains the real economic forces at play and how we can fix them. Learn how inflation, government spending, and outdated mortgage practices are locking millions out of wealth-building — and what practical steps can make homeownership achievable again for the middle class. 💡 In this episode: Why 77% of Americans can’t afford a median-priced home How Congress and the Fed helped create the crisis The “Common Sense Taxation” plan that could help families save How to make 90% mortgages safer and more accessible What local governments can do right now to reduce housing costs 📊 Join the conversation: Tell us how this housing crisis has affected you or your family in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe to Common Sense for America for clear, fact-driven discussions on the issues that shape your life — without the noise, bias, or political spin. #commonsenseforamerica #uspolitics #housingcrisis #americandream #americaneconomy #solutionsnotpolitics #trump #budgetcrisis #commonsense #congress

There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in America — and it’s hitting our youngest generations hardest.In this episode, Bruce Rutherford breaks down why so many Americans can no longer afford to buy a home — and what common sense policies could restore the dream of homeownership. From runaway inflation to broken tax policy and sky-high interest rates, Bruce explains the real economic forces at play and how we can fix them.Learn how inflation, government spending, and outdated mortgage practices are locking millions out of wealth-building — and what practical steps can make homeownership achievable again for the middle class.💡 In this episode:Why 77% of Americans can’t afford a median-priced homeHow Congress and the Fed helped create the crisisThe “Common Sense Taxation” plan that could help families saveHow to make 90% mortgages safer and more accessibleWhat local governments can do right now to reduce housing costs📊 Join the conversation: Tell us how this housing crisis has affected you or your family in the comments.🔔 Subscribe to Common Sense for America for clear, fact-driven discussions on the issues that shape your life — without the noise, bias, or political spin.#commonsenseforamerica #uspolitics #housingcrisis #americandream #americaneconomy #solutionsnotpolitics #trump #budgetcrisis #commonsense #congress

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There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in America — and it’s hitting our youngest generations hardest. In this episode, Bruce Rutherford breaks down why so many Americans can no longer afford to buy a home — and what common sense policies could restore...

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