For Gen Z and millennials, dating is becoming more expensive and less frequent. Surveys show many young singles are cutting back on outings as costs for meals, drinks and app subscriptions climb. Dating apps’ freemium models add another layer of expense, while the abundance of options can overwhelm users. Experts say this dynamic is leading to fewer meaningful connections and more cautious behavior among daters.
0:00 Introduction
01:35 Dating as a financial luxury
04:14 Dating apps
06:00 Paying for apps
08:55 Going analog
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Why Dating Has Become A Financial Luxury
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