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…
The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter
Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For BuyersWaiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize is, if you’re ready and able to buy, this time of year could actually give you an edge. Here’s why. As the weather cools down, the housing market…
The Top 2 Reasons To Look at Newly Built Homes
Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, InventoryWhen planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But with more brand-new homes on the market and builders focusing on smaller, more affordable options, this type of home may just be the key to crossing…
How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today
Buying Tips, For BuyersBuying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door.…
Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs
Agent Value, Buying Tips, For BuyersWith rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance…
The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit
Buying Tips, For BuyersFor over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership. But according to Veterans United, only 3 in 10 Veterans realize they may be able to buy a home without needing a down payment…
Is a Fixer Upper Right for You?
Affordability, Buying Tips, For BuyersLooking to buy a home but feeling like almost everything is out of reach? Here’s the thing. There’s still a way to become a homeowner, even when affordability seems like a huge roadblock – and it might be with a fixer upper. Let’s dive…
Why Buying Now Is Worth It
Buying Tips, Equity, For Buyers, Forecasts, InfographicsSome HighlightsYou may be torn between buying a home now or waiting. But don’t forget to factor in the equity you’ll gain as prices rise.Experts forecast prices will climb over the next 5 years – and based on those forecasts, you could…
Why Did More People Decide To Sell Their Homes Recently?
Buying Tips, For Buyers, Mortgage RatesHomeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall. It’s a predictable, seasonal trend in real estate. But this year, mortgage rates came down at the…
Why an Agent Is Essential When Buying a Newly Built Home
Agent Value, Buying Tips, For BuyersFor some buyers, there’s a misconception that newly built homes aren’t made to last or fall short of the quality you can find in older homes. Unfortunately, this is turning some buyers away from what may be one of their best options in today’s…
Buy Now, or Wait?
Buying Tips, For Buyers, Infographics, Mortgage RatesSome HighlightsIf you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. If you wait for rates to drop more, you’ll have to deal with more competition and higher prices as additional buyers jump back in. But if you…