The Currency
More than 2 in 5 Americans (42%) don’t think a wedding is worth the splurge. Here’s what they’re willing to spend:
Source: Empower "Maybe I Do" study, 2024
More than 2 in 5 Americans (42%) don’t think a wedding is worth the splurge. Here’s what they’re willing to spend:
Source: Empower "Maybe I Do" study, 2024
🚀 Making moves
Money
About one in four home sales go to first-time buyers, but some are opting to buy an investment property as their first purchase. Here's this week's money news.
The Great Decide
Money
Money is on the move – and Americans are standing at the precipice of big financial choices ahead. On America’s financial scorecard, people rate their happiness with their overall personal finances a 4.97 out of 10, according to new research from Empower – and scores need improvement across the board, as the majority (91%) are prioritizing their financial health and happiness in a year of decisions ahead.
Small backyard homes break new ground
Life
A quiet housing evolution is taking place in backyards across the U.S., as new zoning laws and permitting process make it easier to build accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs.