Buying Power Then Vs Now -

Median income rose from ~$14k in 1990 to ~$42k in 2023, but the home price-to-income ratio jumped from 8.7x to 10x.

Inflation-adjusted home prices have nearly doubled since 1990. buying power then vs now

Mortgage rates were often 10% in 1990, making monthly payments a heavy lift even at lower prices. Median income rose from ~$14k in 1990 to

Inflation is a natural part of growth, but it’s a reminder of why investing matters. Your cash needs to work as hard as you do just to stay in the same place! 📈 buying power then vs now