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“The Appreciation of Real Estate and Its Impact on Future Generations”

In today’s video, I present a different perspective on the real estate market, reflecting on how rising property values affect society, particularly future generations.

Does the idea that real estate is always a good investment really make sense?

I explore how the rise in housing prices can jeopardize our children’s future, forcing them to pay ever-increasing prices for an essential asset and often taking on more debt than previous generations.

After all, while rising property values benefit those who already own homes, they create increasing barriers for those dreaming of buying their first home.

Other points I discuss:

	•	Impact on the economy: This type of appreciation doesn’t improve GDP or create real jobs. In the end, it’s a redistribution that benefits a few while making access difficult for many. I’m talking about the appreciation of existing homes that aren’t even being renovated!
	•	Quality of life: Rising costs of living and the drive to earn more end up stealing free time and pushing back retirement age, compromising what truly matters—the time to enjoy life.
	•	Reflections on the future: Where might this cycle lead us? Are we on the brink of a social and financial collapse?

I believe it’s time to question whether this real estate appreciation is truly beneficial or if we’re simply worsening the future in exchange for short-term gains.

Is it reasonable to drive up the value of old homes with no renovations, and what is the true impact on our generation and the ones to come? Does it make sense?

Aren’t we, as parents, acting out of individualistic hypocrisy, sacrificing the future lives of our children?
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 The cost of real estate is based on supply and demand and the fact that it is a hard asset.  The increase in price is a symptom.  

I don’t want to offend you, but your thinking is misguided.  If we want to make real estate affordable, we need to save in hard assets and look for ways to change real estate market. Don’t purchase the expensive home. Instead, purchase a smaller home or look into alternative ways to get into the real estate market. 
 The real estate market is not an asset!

What is the reason for old houses, with no renovations, increasing in price to the level of a new house?

I’m talking about already constructed homes, not new ones!

If you understand economics, you will realize that the buying and selling of old houses do not generate any wealth for the GDP of any country!

This is the point! 
 The point I’m trying to make is that individuals need to plan their finances to be able to purchase a home and may have to make compromises or get creative.  The price of a home will fluctuate whether new or existing based on a number of factors.  Most likely, they will continue to go up.

My advice for everyone is to try to get their net worth in the positive as soon as possible then look for ways to benefit from inflation. Take advantage of the system not be taken advantage of!