Nytimes iconNytimesAug 22, 2026

Gen Z Is Building Wealth By Investing Instead of Buying Homes

When it comes to building wealth, Gen Z is more focused on investment apps and their retirement accounts than they are in building equity in a home.

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When it comes to building wealth, Gen Z is more focused on investment apps and their retirement accounts than they are in building equity in a home.

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When it comes to building wealth, Gen Z is more focused on investment apps and their retirement accounts than they are in building equity in a home.

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