On the Rise: The Costs and Stress of Owning a Home

Infographic: How homeowners are coping with increased economic pressures

Owning a home has always been an important part of the American Dream. But as economic pressures skyrocket and incomes remain largely the same, it’s become challenging to predict how or if people’s financial goals — and dreams — will shift. A recent survey of 1,000 homeowners revealed:

• what costs are causing the greatest impact
• what trade-offs and sacrifices homeowners are making as a result, and
• if they still believe owning a home is truly worth it.

Our infographic outlines survey responses and gives insight into homeowners strategies for doing more with less and their thoughts on the future of the American Dream.