The number of young Americans living with their parents is at a record high

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A graduate in a 2026 cap appears before their parents, suburban house, and a plane banner reading

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The kids aren't all right.

A couple built their home themselves to save money. Their mortgage is less than $900 a month.

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A composite of a couple in a home and a bathroom with a yellow vanity and a floor with floral detailing.
Maddy and Drew Olson built their own home to ensure their mortgage payments were affordable.

Maddy Olson

From secluded estates to a former monastery, take a look at Palantir CEO Alex Karp's lavish properties

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Alex Karp appears beside an aerial sunset view of a waterfront Miami Beach island and skyline.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp has purchased multiple properties in Miami.

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After a lifetime in New York City, I moved to a charming small town. Five years later, all I want is to go back home.

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The writer standing in front of a dam in her new town, with water and hills in the background.
There are things I love about my town, but I find myself missing New York City.

Chris Doka

A Washington, DC, rowhouse built during George Washington's presidency is on sale for $1.15 million. Look inside.

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Exterior of 1317 4th Street SW, a 1790s row home in Washington, D.C.
The rowhouses on 4th Street SW in Washington, DC, were built in 1794.

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'Botox once a quarter. That's non-negotiable': Luxury realtors break down what they're spending on their appearance — and why

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Business Insider spoke to seven luxury real-estate agents across the country about what they spend to look good on the job.

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A couple turned their starter house into their forever home for $500,000

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A side-by-side of a couple sitting on the stairs in front of their house and a large kitchen inside the home.
Olivia DiBona and Christos Koci renovated their house to make it their long-term home.

Olivia DiBona

A Rhode Island mansion that predates the Declaration of Independence by 53 years is on the market for $3 million. See inside.

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Exterior of The Grange colonial home
The Grange in Potowomut, Rhode Island, was built in the 18th century.

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A woman and her siblings never moved out of their mom's house. Now, 11 relatives live under one roof — and love it.

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A side-by-side of a family standing in a train station and members of the same family standing in a kitchen.
Brianna Wilson lives with her husband, children, mom, and siblings.

Brianna Wilson

The quest to look hotter is reshaping America's homes

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Home Spa

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