CT Real Estate Radio
Each week, real estate team lead Byron Lazine and financial advisor Pat Kenny discuss Connecticut real estate trends, local news, and how these factors influence the real estate and stock markets. The show provides insights for buyers, sellers, and investors interested in the Connecticut property market, along with broader economic context.
Episodes
How To Buy A Home Without Letting Interest Rates Hold You Back
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they break down strategies for navigating high interest rates, helping buyers understand their options, and making smart homebuying decisions in today's market.
Inside The 33rd Running Of The Hartford Marathon
Josh Miller, President of the Hartford Marathon Foundation, joins Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, and Chaz Koch to break down the 33rd running of the Hartford Marathon, the community and charities behind the event, and what runners can expect from this year’s marathon.Hartford Marathon: https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/
Mortgage Rates Just Hit A New 2026 High: What Buyers Need To Know
Join Byron Lazine as he breaks down the latest 30-year mortgage rate high, what’s driving rates higher, the 10-year Treasury’s surge above 5%, and why today’s housing market is fundamentally different from 2007.
Realtor.com Just Revealed The Best Week To Buy A Home In 2026
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they break down Realtor.com’s best week to buy a home in 2026 and what the fall market could mean for Connecticut buyers and sellers.
U.S. News Just Ranked Connecticut’s Best Places To Live
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they break down U.S. News’ rankings of Connecticut’s best places to live and debate whether the list actually reflects where buyers should be looking.
The 7% Mortgage Rate Problem Is Back
Join Byron Lazine, Chaz Koch and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss mortgage rates climbing back toward 7%, what rising Treasury yields and a strong jobs market could mean for the Federal Reserve, and why Connecticut home prices continue to rise despite historically low inventory and declining sales activity.
Connecticut’s Hottest Places To Move To Right Now
Join Chaz Koch and Alan Spotlow as they break down Connecticut's hottest places to move to right now.
Milford Just Showed Connecticut How To Add 500+ Units
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Milford’s 500+ new housing units, why Connecticut needs to embrace development, and what other towns can learn from it.
Connecticut Just Landed On America’s Hottest ZIP Code List
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Realtor.com’s 10 hottest ZIP codes for 2026 and what Connecticut’s inclusion reveals about supply, inventory, and housing competition.
Connecticut Housing Market Update: Prices Hit Record Levels
Join Byron Lazine and Chaz Koch as they discuss the latest Connecticut housing market update, including record-high home prices, the inventory shortage driving appreciation, and why Connecticut continues to outperform the rest of the country.
Could A September Rate Hike Lower Mortgage Rates?
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss the Fed’s latest meeting, Kevin Warsh’s approach to interest rates, rising inflation concerns, and why a September rate hike could actually mean lower mortgage rates.
Connecticut Earns #2 In America's School Rankings
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss WalletHub's 2026 rankings of the best and worst school systems in America and why Connecticut earned the nation's #2 spot.
The Real Reason The Housing Market Is Still Stuck
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss the latest drop in pending home sales and why mortgage rates continue to hold buyers back despite improving affordability.
Realtor.com Just Updated Its 2026 Housing Forecast
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Realtor.com's updated 2026 housing forecast, whether mortgage rates can still average 6.3% this year, and how global events are impacting inflation and borrowing costs.
Will The Median U.S. Home Really Hit $1 Million?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss a long term projection that the median U.S. home price could reach $1 million, breaking down the math behind 250 years of housing appreciation.
Why Is President Trump Holding Up America's Biggest Housing Bill?
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss the historic bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, what's actually in the legislation, and why President Trump has delayed signing a bill he previously championed.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Realtor.com Just Exposed Connecticut's Housing Problem
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Realtor.com's new Housing Affordability Report Card, why Connecticut earned an F grade, and how housing affordability, homebuilding restrictions, and government regulation continue to impact residents across the state.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
76% Of Buyers Would Ignore THIS To Buy A Home
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss a new survey revealing that 76% of buyers would overlook major home inspection red flags in order to achieve homeownership. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Ned Lamont Just Changed How Connecticut Homes Are Marketed
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut's new private listing law, signed by Gov. Ned Lamont, and what it means for home sellers, buyers, and real estate agents.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
The Bridge Loan Strategy More Homebuyers Are Using Right Now
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they break down why bridge loans are gaining attention in today’s competitive housing market.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut Breaks Into The Top 15 Best States To Live In
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut’s rise in the latest U.S. News Best States rankings and break down the biggest factors impacting where Americans want to live, from energy costs to education and affordability.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Why Connecticut’s Housing Shortage Is Unlike Anywhere Else
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut's housing inventory crisis, why the state continues to lag behind in new construction, and what needs to happen to increase housing supply as demand keeps rising across the state.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut Home Prices Hit Another All-Time High
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut's housing market surge, record-breaking home prices, historically low inventory, and why homes are selling faster than ever despite high mortgage rates.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Are New Condo Rules About To Backfire In Connecticut?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss how new condo rules could potentially force associations to raise fees or cut services.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut Property Taxes Hit DOUBLE The U.S. Average
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut's property taxes hitting double the U.S. average.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Why The Connecticut Housing Market Is Defying National Trends
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut’s housing market compared to national trends in the U.S.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Did Connecticut Buyers Miss The Cheapest Window Of 2026?
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss Connecticut’s single-family housing market data from quarter one.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut’s Housing Market vs. National Headlines: What's The Real Story?
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses national headlines about housing and why consumers and agents should be hesitant believing them when it comes to the Connecticut market.#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Realtor.com Reveals The Best Week To List Your Home in 2026
Join Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss the best week to list your home in 2026 according to Realtor.com. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut's Top 10 Best Towns To Live In
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Chaz Koch as they discuss the best towns to live in in Connecticut. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Mortgage Rates Just Dropped Under 6%: Is This The Spring Market Signal?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss mortgage rates hitting their best week in over three years. <br/>#realestate #housingmarket #housing
Mortgage Rates Hit 3-Year Low: Is Now The Time To Buy?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss mortgage rates hitting a 3-year low. <br/>#realestate #housingmarket #housing
How This Weeks Economic News Could Impact The Market
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the CPI and jobs reports' impact on the market. <br/>#realestate #housingmarket #housing
What’s Really Going On With Connecticut's Housing Inventory?
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses Connecticut's housing market data for the past year. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Trump Signals A New Fed Chair Nominee: Does That Mean Lower Mortgage Rates?
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses President Trump's nomination for a new Fed chair and what this might mean for housing.
President Trump’s 401k Down Payment Plan Explained
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss President Trump's 401k down payment plan. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #trump
Brutally Honest Advice For Early Real Estate Investors
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss tips for real estate investing. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #realestateinvesting
Will Trump's $200B Mortgage Bond Plan Ease Rates?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss President Trump’s $200B mortgage bond proposal. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions For Homebuyers In 2026
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss 10 new year's resolutions for homebuyers in 2026. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Could This CPI Report Be The Turning Point For Mortgage Rates?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the CPI report and its effect on rates. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
The Fed Cuts Rates Again: Will This Help Housing?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the Fed's decision on rate cuts and what Jerome Powell has to stay about housing. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Bigger Loan Limits Are Coming: What That Means For Your Buying Power
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the new conforming loan limits and how this can help buyers. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
The 50-Year Mortgage Debate: Will It Fix Housing or Make It Worse?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the 50-year mortgage debate on whether or not it will help housing. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
The Truth Behind The Trump Administration's New Mortgage Ideas
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses Trump's 50-Year mortgage plan for real estate. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
What’s Driving Connecticut’s 8% Home Price Surge?
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses Connecticut's housing numbers for the month of October. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut Homes Ignite In Bidding Frenzy As NYC Buyers Rush In
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss a NYT article on bidding wars & soaring prices hitting CT homes as NYC buyers flee. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Is This The CPI Report Buyers Have Been Waiting For?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the CPI report and rates hitting year-to-date lows. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Is The Government Shutdown Really Affecting Housing?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the government shutdown and how it is impacting the housing market. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Connecticut Housing Market: What September Really Means for Your Home Value
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses the Connecticut housing market, focusing on what recent trends mean for homeowners who aren’t planning to sell. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
The Truth Behind Connecticut’s Condo Market Boom
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut's condo boom and why this is happening over single family homes. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housing
Fed Cut Backfires: Why Rates Just Jumped After Hitting YTD Lows
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss why rates jumped despite the Fed cutting rates. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
What Connecticut Homeowners Should Know As Housing Wealth Soars
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Zillow's report on the U.S. housing market now being worth a record $55.1 trillion. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
BREAKING: Jobs Report Sends Mortgage Rates To Yearly Lows
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the impact the jobs report is having on mortgage rates. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Realtor.com Survey Shows Major Divide On The Future Of Housing
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses Realtor.com's most recent survey on buyers and sellers showing sharp generational divides. Younger adults, especially Gen Z, lean optimistic, while Gen X and Baby Boomers are far more likely to expect decline. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
CT’s Affordable Housing Bill: Can Policy Makers Deliver?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut's Affordable Housing Bill and what policy makers have to say about it. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Why Connecticut's Rental Market Is Defying National Trends
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss where Connecticut rentals are moving based on Zillow data. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
10-Month Low for Mortgage Rates: Is the Market Finally Turning?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss mortgage rates hitting a 10-month low and how this will (and already has) impact the real estate market. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Is Jerome Powell Holding Back the Housing Market?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Jerome Powell's impact on inflation, interest rates, and the housing market. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Will Ned Lamont’s Community Investment Fund Fix CT’s Local Problems?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s recent appearance in Norwich, where he celebrated the revitalization of the historic Reid & Hughes building through the Community Investment Fund. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
What Does This 'Big Beautiful Bill' Really Mean for CT Homeowners?
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Alan Spotlow as they discuss the 'Big Beautiful Bill' and how it might affect Connecticut homeowners. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Real Estate Meets Crypto: Bill Pulte’s Big Bet on the Future
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Bill Pulte's initiative for Fannie and Freddie to allow cryptocurrencies for mortgages. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Controversial Housing Bill Shakes Connecticut: What Will Ned Lamont Do?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut's new housing bill in response to the housing shortage and Ned Lamont's thoughts behind it. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Inventory Hits 5-Year High: Will Connecticut Feel The Shift?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss inventory hitting the one million mark and whether or not this has affected the Connecticut housing market. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Rates Are Near 7%: Here’s Why That Might Not Change Soon
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss current interest rates and how they may play out in the future. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Is Connecticut Finally Turning The Inventory Corner?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss existing home sales and Connecticut's inventory. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Is Your Home Ready for Spring? Don’t Skip This Checklist!
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, and Ryan Casey as they discuss spring tune up tips for homeowners to get their home ready for spring. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Zillow Downgrades U.S. Home Price Forecast: What This Means For Connecticut Consumers
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Zillow downgrading their U.S. home price forecast and what this means for Connecticut's consumers. <br/>#realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Realtor.com’s State Report Cards Reveal Shocking Truth Behind Connecticut’s Housing Market
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Realtor.com's State-by-State Report Cards and see how Connecticut scored on the list. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
How Tariffs and Mortgage Rates Are Reshaping Consumer Behavior
Join Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, Ryan Casey, and Greg McCarthy as they discuss how tariffs and mortgage rates may be reshaping consumer behavior. <br/>#realestate #tariffs #housingmarket
A Shocking Shift in Mortgage Rates—Is 'Liberation Day' the Cause?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Trump's tariff decision and how his 'Liberation Day' has impacted mortgage rates. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Are These Really The Best Places to Live in Connecticut?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss a recent study on the best places to live in Connecticut and whether or not there is truth behind it. #realestate #connecticuthousing #housingmarket
Realtor.com Reveals The Best Time To Sell Your Home
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Realtor.com's insights on when the best time is to sell your home. #realestate #mortgagerates #housingmarket
What’s Next for Interest Rates as CPI and Tariffs Drive Market Volatility?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the current mortgage rates and how CPI, Tariffs, and other factors are affecting rates. #realestate #mortgagerates #housingmarket
Is The Mortgage Rate Relief Too Good to Be True?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss mortgage rates currently trending down and whether or not lower mortgage rates are here to stay. #realestate #mortgagerates #housingmarket
JP Morgan’s Interest Rate Warning: What Buyers Need to Know
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss JP Morgan's outlook on the 2025 housing market. #realestate #jpmorgan #housingmarket
Can The Fed Fix Housing?: Jerome Powell's Latest Monetary Policy Report
Join Byron Lazine as he discusses Jerome Powell's latest monetary policy report and what he says about housing. <br/>#housing #jeromepowell #realestatemarket
Is Connecticut’s Real Estate Market Heating Up for Spring?
Join Byron Lazine and Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss Connecticut's real estate numbers for January and whether or not the market is heating up for a good spring market. <br/>#realestate #connecticutrealestate #realestatemarket
Why Insurance Companies Are Leaving Connecticut
Join Byron Lazine and Debbie Yother as they discuss why insurance companies seem to be leaving Connecticut.
#realestate #insurance #connecticut
Are The LA Fires Really Driving People To The Northeast?
Join Chaz Koch from The One Team at William Raveis Real Estate, Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss an article on people relocating from LA due to the fires.
#realestate #LAfires #connecticut
Connecticut's Top 20 School Districts & What Today’s Buyers Think of the American Dream
Join Chaz Koch from The One Team at William Raveis Real Estate, Byron Lazine, Brian Skelly, the mortgage guru, as they discuss the top 20 school districts in CT and a Realtor.com survey on what buyers think of the American dream.
#realestate #connecticutschools #americandream
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