Madison’s Challenge: Escalating Prices & Sluggish Listings
Dane County Market Analysis, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Market Updates, McGrady Group Blog, Pricing, Time-sensitive
Here at The McGrady Group, we love digging into the data to determine how national headlines apply to us in South Central Wisconsin. Our latest analysis delves into how Dane County’s robust employment but lackluster listing quantity influences…
Let’s Navigate the 2024 Dane County Market Together
Dane County Market Analysis, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Industry News, Interest Rates, Market Updates, Pricing
With a competitive 2024 market upon us, The McGrady Group is excited to help our clients balance rising home prices, dynamic interest rates, and low inventory levels. The housing market's current stability, driven by economic factors and population…
Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami
Baby Boomers, Demographics, Housing Market UpdatesHave you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to move or downsize all at once. And the fear is that…
Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For SellersIf you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life.Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than…
Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Buyers, For SellersDuring the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from their grandkids, especially as schools started to open. That’s because it would have been risky to visit…
Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses?
Baby Boomers, Buying Myths, Demographics, For Buyers, Rent vs. BuyAre you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time and you’re ready for a change? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you have a lot to consider. Will you move to a different state or stay nearby? Is it time…
Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?
Baby Boomers, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Millennials, Move-Up BuyersDuring the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. Today, that can be seen in the recent rise in multigenerational households. According to Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President…
A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Buyers, For SellersMany people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and…
Planning to Retire? It Could Be Time To Make a Move.
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Senior Market
If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be selling your house and finding a home that more closely fits your needs.
Fortunately, you may be in a better…
More People Are Finding the Benefits of Multigenerational Households Today
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Buyers, Gen Z, Generation X, Millennials
If you’re thinking of buying a home and living with siblings, parents, or grandparents, then multigenerational living may be for you. The Pew Research Center defines a multigenerational household as a home with two or more adult generations.…
Planning To Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goal.
Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Sellers, Senior Market
Whether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a whole new stage of your life. And you’re not alone. Research from the Retirement Industry Trust Association (RITA)…
Is It Time To Buy a Smaller Home?
Baby Boomers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Senior Market
Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean doing more of the things you enjoy, like traveling, visiting with loved ones,…