Your Advocate. Your Alliance.

The American Property Owners Alliance is more than your advocate on Capitol Hill. We are here to help families unlock the American Dream of homeownership.

“A family’s home represents safety, security and prosperity and we believe everyone deserves the chance to achieve their American Dream. Our work takes us from Washington, DC to communities across the country to build relationships and share the stories of homeowners who plan, save and succeed in owning a home.”

– Colin Allen, Executive Director

A quarter of first-time buyers relied on help from family or friends for their down payment. Too many aspiring homeowners are shut out due to rising costs and limited access to financial support.

First-time buyers now make up only 24% of the market, the lowest share since tracking began in 1981. This stark decline signals increasing barriers for families to break into homeownership.

A quarter of first-time buyers relied on help from family or friends for their down payment. Too many aspiring homeowners are shut out due to rising costs and limited access to financial support.

The median age of a first-time homebuyer has climbed to 38. Many Americans are being forced to wait longer to afford a home—delaying financial stability and family goals.

79% of buyers still believe purchasing a home is a good investment. Even with costs rising in some parts of the country, the dream of homeownership remains a powerful goal for American families.
cial stability and family goals.

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