%T The effect of increasing house prices on marriage (de)formation in the United States
%A L.A.J. Breed
%L theses_frw4611
%D 2024
%X This study examines the relationship between changing house prices and marriage (de)formation within U.S. Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) from 2020 to 2021. Utilizing logistic regression analysis on data from the Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement (CPS ASEC) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index (HPI), this research investigates the effects of house price increasements on divorce and marriage numbers, considering differences between homeowners and renters. The findings reveal that house price changes did not significantly impact marriage (de)formation. The results suggest that economic resilience, government interventions, delayed financial effects, differential impacts on homeowners and renters, and the multifaceted nature of marital decisions all shape marriage (de)formation. These insights highlight the complexity of marital decisions and the importance of comprehensive policies addressing economic and socio-economic factors to support family stability. This research provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between socio-economic factors and marital behaviour, offering guidance for future policy interventions and research.