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Find out if you live in one of the most (or least) desirable cities and states, according to Americans.

Gen Z grew up expecting to graduate, move out, and buy a home. A 2026 Clever survey of 1,000 college students and recent grads found the opposite: Half of recent grads have moved back in with their parents, and most doubt they'll afford a home at the age their parents did.

Buying a home together is supposed to bring couples closer. But a 2026 Clever survey of 1,000 people who bought with a partner found their home often competes with their partner: 26% say it is more likely to outlast their relationship, and 29% say nothing has strained their relationship more.

A new survey finds workers expect to retire with only half the recommended amount, and more than half worry they'll outlive their savings. Learn more about U.S. workers' retirement outlook.

New construction homes cost a premium of $50,000 across the U.S., with even larger gaps in cities such as Miami and Los Angeles.

Home shoppers often begin their home-buying journey with firm standards, but many of those standards start to bend under market pressure. Discover the red flags buyers would overlook to own a home.