Author: Katrina Romatowski | Founder & CEO at reSpace | Unlocking Homeownership for Millions | Impact-Driven Real Estate Innovator
(6–8 min read) What William Zeckendorf would say about soul, spreadsheets, and designing for life
Driving through Seattle this morning, I passed two

"Just because you can doesn't mean you should" is one of those sayings that has stood the test of time for a reason. Capacity and wisdom are not the same thing. Readiness is not only about access. Timing matters.
That idea sits at the center of a thoughtful Seattle Times article

The traditional path into homeownership is shifting. According to recent data, the median age of first‑time homebuyers in the U.S. has reached 40 years , a record high. (Source: Bloomberg)
What's driving the delay? • Home prices are significantly higher than in past decades, forc