Owning a home remains a vital component of the American Dream, according to a recent Home Buyer poll conducted by TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank. Below are some interesting statistics and an infographic exploring the survey results and U.S. homeownership aspirations.

59 percent of respondents say owning a home is vital in defining the American Dream. The majority of today’s younger renters (18-34) intend to buy a home (84 percent). When describing how they felt when they first purchased a home, 56 percent said excited. 24 percent intend to sell their current home and buy up in the future