The American Dream now costs $5.3 million — nearly $2 million more than just three years ago

Source: New York Post

The price of the American Dream has soared to over $5. 3 million this year – almost $2 million more than just a few years ago, according to a new Investopedia report.   The eye-watering sum represents the estimated lifetime tab for typical American milestones, including paying for a wedding, paying for healthcare and retirement, raising two kids and putting them through college, buying new cars and owning a home.