Moneytalksnews iconMoneytalksnewsOct 17, 2026

The American Dream Now Costs $5.3 Million

Owning a home tops the list at $1.28 million, but health care, retirement, and even pets push the lifetime bill far past what most paychecks can cover.

The American Dream Now Costs $5.3 Million

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