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…
Reasons To Consider Condos in Your Home Search
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. BuyAre you having trouble finding a home that fits your needs and your budget? If so, you should know there’s an option worth considering – condominiums, also known as condos. According to Bankrate:“A condo can be a more affordable entry…
What’s Ahead for Home Prices in 2023
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. BuyOver the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could be a repeat of 2008 – which hasn’t happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could…
Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up BuyersThough there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts…
An Expert Gives You Clarity in Today’s Housing Market
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Selling MythsThe housing market has been going through shifts lately. That’s why it’s so important to work with an industry professional who can be your guide throughout the process.A real estate expert uses their knowledge of what’s really happening…
Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up BuyersAre you planning to buy a home this spring? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best…
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…
Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up BuyersYou may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on.A lot of the time, these reports…
What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up BuyersAfter steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if…
One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up BuyersOne of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac:“Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of homeownership…