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Why Americans Keep Buying McMansions

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April 14, 2025

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For years following the Great Recession, “McMansion” were considered "ugly" or "bad investments," mainly because they were considered unnecessarily large, had way too many amenities and built often with cheap materials. But during the pandemic when Americans sought to move to larger homes in the suburbs, they had a resurgence. In 2025, tariffs and immigration crackdowns will cause an increase on the price of new construction, helping the already built McMansions. But not all of these home are created equal.

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Produced Shot and Edited by: Natalie Rice

Animation: Jason Reginato, Mallory Brangan

Senior Managing Producer: Tala Hadavi

Additional Camera: Erin Black

Additional Footage: Getty Images, AP Photos, NBC News

Additional Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Redfin

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