Young adults leaving home a good sign: #tellusatoday

As a sign the economy is recovering, about 44% of adults living with relatives say they plan to rent or buy homes this year, according to a UBS survey. Comments from Facebook are edited for clarity and grammar:

Many problems today are stacked against young workers. I for one feel sorry for them with what they are facing.

Live below your means and resist temptations to splurge. Challenge yourself to save.

— Brian S Davis

You can bet these people who are "forced" to live with mommy and daddy have the latest smartphone and plenty of money for social activities while they mooch off their parents. It's not the economy; it's the culture.

— Mark T Davis

It's smart for younger folks to live at home. Save your money and pay off debt.

— John Staudt

We asked our followers on Twitter what economic recovery looks like for them and their communities. Comments are edited for clarity and grammar:

A drive around town reveals many stores are still closing. This tells me the economy is still in the tank, recovery a lie.

— @BradANGSA

I retired 13 years ago. At year one, I had a cost of living adjustment — none since. Regular COLAs would help.

— @sddphoto

Recovery in Oklahoma means a lot of new and big pickup trucks parked in the parking lot at my office building.

— @NormanPenny

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