As housing costs continue to soar, young Americans are increasingly abandoning the dream of homeownership in favor of risky investments, such as stocks and cryptocurrencies. A recent poll indicates that many prioritize investing in the market over saving for a home, driven by a sense of hopelessness and economic despair. Studies suggest that this generational shift is characterized by a growing trend of youthful individuals who, unable to afford homes, turn to the booming stock market and cryptocurrency as alternatives. Economists warn that this path reflects broader economic nihilism among Generation Z and millennials, who feel priced out of real estate and see their prospects slipping away.