Home Together Blog Series

Intro: Why We’re Talking About Homeownership, Affordability, and Adulting - Together

Last May, our daughter graduated from college and stepped into her first full-time career. Like so many young adults navigating today’s world, she’s working hard, planning her future, and living at home.

Yes, we made the decision as a family to have her move back in after graduation. Not because she couldn’t “make it on her own,” but because we saw the bigger picture: by saving money, building her credit, and learning about budgeting in a supportive environment, she’s giving herself a stronger financial foundation for the long haul. That’s not always the easiest adjustment for a household, but with mutual respect, good communication, and a shared goal, it’s worked for us.

And we’re not alone. More and more families are choosing to hit pause on rushing out the door and instead are embracing intergenerational living as a smart move in today’s high-cost housing market. According to Fortune, millions of young adults are living with their parents longer, and many are using the time to pay down debt, save for a down payment, or prepare for the realities of adult life.

So, why this blog series? Because whether you’re a parent, a first-time buyer, or someone wondering how today’s real estate market got so complicated, I want to help you understand what’s going on, and how to make confident decisions.

Over the next seven parts, we’ll explore everything from the affordability gap and creative buying strategies to trends in housing sizes, generational shifts, and the tools that can make homeownership possible in today’s world. This is personal and professional for me, and I hope it helps you or someone you love find their footing.