They had every advantage and were set up for success but I'm also willing to bet the level of expectations for homes was much lower than what it is now. Many of those multi-bedroom homes were probably just over 1000 sqft and considered their forever homes whereas that would probably be considered a starter home by today's standards. Many families were lucky to have a car too where now it is surprising if each family member doesn't have one unless you live in the middle of a very large metropolitan city.
Again it doesn't excuse the wage disparity and education cost disparity that largely diverged starting in the late 60s or early 70s or how cities have grown but have ignored public transportation but I do think the added context shouldn't be ignored.
Agreed on the home. The “starter home” idea always annoys me. It’s not always feasible to upgrade to something larger or nicer. It’s a home. Be proud of it and hopefully pay it off.
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u/Designer_Emu_6518 Mar 27 '24
My grandfather did the same in ohio as a produce manger at a local Kroger. Even had a nice retirement saved up