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…
Why You May Still Want To Sell Your House After All
Demographics, For Sellers, Selling MythsEven though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider. While the financial side of things does matter, your personal needs…
Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market
Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For BuyersGeneration Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association…
How Homeowners Win When They Downsize
Demographics, For Buyers, For SellersDownsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. Homeowners who have experienced a change in their lives or no longer feel like…
5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying Homes
Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, MillennialsIn the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t alone. According to Zonda, 98% of millennials want to become a homeowner at some point if they…
How Homeownership Is Life Changing for Many Women
Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For BuyersThroughout Women’s History Month, we reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes impact on the housing market. In fact, since at least 1981, single women have bought more homes than single men each year, and they make…
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…
How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate
Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up BuyersAs we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership…
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.…