The median age of US homebuyers has climbed to 40, the highest in American history, as home prices and the interest rate environment continue to shut more prospective buyers out of the housing market. The average age of US homebuyers ranges from 56 to 59-years-old in 2025.
Meredith Whitney Advisory Group CEO Meredith Whitney comes on to talk about a range of housing topics, including commenting on President Trump’s proposal for a 50-year mortgage and the barriers to housing as more senior homeowners are deciding to "age in place."
Whitney has been dubbed the "Oracle of Wall Street" for forecasting the 2008 financial crisis during her time as an analyst.
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