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BestMoney Quotes Frederick Blum on Homeownership and the American Dream
BestMoney’s article The American Dream is Not Dead: Why 85% of Americans Still Aspire to Homeownership, written by Lorraine Roberte and published August 12, 2026, quotes Frederick Blum of San Diego-based Blum Realty Group on how younger buyers are adapting their plans rather than abandoning the goal of homeownership.
The article reports findings from a BestMoney survey of 1,055 U.S. adults, including that 85.6% still view homeownership as an ultimate or major goal.
Frederick’s Published Comments
“Younger buyers that I work with…are adapting. From considering smaller homes, different locations and longer travel times to work, to teaming up with close friends on a purchase or renting out bedrooms individually after closing to decrease their monthly housing expense, younger buyers tend to find workarounds rather than giving up on the dream of homeownership entirely.”
What San Diego Buyers Should Take Away
Affordability is not only about the purchase price. Buyers should compare the complete monthly cost, evaluate a realistic search area, and understand how location, commute, property type, financing, insurance, taxes, HOA obligations, and maintenance affect the plan.
Co-buying or renting rooms can change the numbers, but each approach needs careful review of ownership, occupancy, loan, insurance, HOA, zoning, tax, and exit considerations before relying on it.
Review the San Diego homebuyer process, explore home loan guidance, use the mortgage calculator, or contact Frederick directly.
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