Financially Dependent Young Adults

The Brian Lehrer Show | Jan 26, 2024

Yesterday, Pew Research released a results of a study showing that only 45% of young adults ages 18 to 34 are completely financially independent from their parents. We hear from listeners -- both parents and young adults -- about giving and receiving financial aid within their families, what this aid is used for, how this dynamic affects their relationships, and their aspirations for financial independence in the future.

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