Starter Homes Are a Million Bucks Now

7/7/26: Starter homes now cost a million dollars in many parts of the country, leaving younger generations wondering whether homeownership is still a realistic goal. Jill asks whether buying a house should remain a cornerstone of the American dream, or if the idea itself has become outdated. 

Plus, caller questions: Dorian is feeling the financial strain of wedding season as travel costs, gifts, and pricey trips pile up. And Andrew, a brand-new dad, wants to know whether now is the right time to buy term life insurance.