Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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The long-predicted “silver tsunami” of baby boomers downsizing has yet to arrive. Instead, many boomers are remaining in large homes because they’ve paid off mortgages, face costly replacement housing or need space for extended family. Housing experts say the shift is making it harder for younger families to compete for larger homes, especially as inventory remains tight and prices stay high.

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