Amanda Nguyen

As rising mortgage costs make homeownership in big cities out of reach, Americans are flocking to exurbs—smaller towns on the outskirts of major metropolitan areas. Zillow's chief economist, Skylar Olsen, joins us to discuss the growing trend, with monthly mortgage payments nearly doubling from 2020 to 2024. Many are opting for exurbs, where housing is more affordable, yet still within commuting distance of major cities. As job seekers face mounting pressure, many are finding themselves applying for positions that don't actually exist. Career expert Erin McGoff weighs in on how to avoid falling for these fake opportunities.