It’s been years since the housing market crashed. But in that time, increased job insecurity and the rising cost of living have left many questioning whether the American dream of homeownership is still a practical one, especially for the nation’s low- and middle-wage earners.
This hour, a roundtable conversation about the state of Connecticut’s housing market. We talk with a panel of industry experts to find out more about what rollercoaster market fluctuations and rising rents mean for the future of homeownership in our state.
GUESTS:
- Eric Chatman - President and Executive Director of the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority
- Deb Chamberlain - President of the Connecticut Association of Realtors
- David Fink - Policy Director for the Partnership for Strong Communities
This show originally aired on September 4, 2014.
