The Housing Ladder: A Perpetual Staircase for Millennials The notion that it's getting easier for millennials to buy a home is a misleading narrative that glosses over the complexities of the housing market.
House prices have indeed risen more slowly than wages in recent years, but this trend barely scratches the surface of the difficulties prospective first time buyers face.
A comparison of house price and egg price inflation since 1948 highlights the stark contrast between previous generations' experiences and those of millennials.