People Want to Own Homes

I've been noticing some talk that perhaps the "American Dream" of home ownership is changing.   Perhaps renting is better than buying.   I thought this poll was interesting in that regard.   It shows that most Americans still feel that homeownership is important; a New York Times/CBS News Poll.   Almost 9 of 10 Americans feel that owning a home, in spite of the recession, is still part of their future, and for their children.  Meantime a lot of people are putting off purchases, even though this is historically one of the best times in terms of affordability to buy a home.

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New York Times Article