
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…

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up BuyersIf you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a really…

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire
Demographics, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up BuyersIf you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is by downsizing to a smaller home.When you think about cutting down on your spending, odds are…

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home
For BuyersIf you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your…

The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow.As more buyers re-enter…

Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move
Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Selling MythsNo matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your life and you need some guidance, what do you do? You get advice from people who know what they’re talking about. Moving…

The Truth About Down Payments
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For BuyersIf you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it comes to the down payment. That might be because you’ve heard you need to save 20% of the home’s price to put down. Well,…

Strategic Tips for Buying Your First Home
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For BuyersBuying your first home is a big, exciting step and a major milestone that has the power to improve your life. As a first-time homebuyer, it's a dream you can make come true, but there are some hurdles you'll need to overcome in today’s housing…

Achieve Your Dream of Homeownership with Condos and Townhomes [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsIf you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget, here’s something that can help: consider condos and townhomes.They may better fit your budget, can help you start building equity,…

Why So Many People Fall in Love with Homeownership
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. BuyChances are at some point in your life you’ve heard the phrase, home is where the heart is. There’s a reason that’s said so often. Becoming a homeowner is emotional.So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to keep on renting or if…

Bridging the Gaps on the Road to Homeownership
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up BuyersHomeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to owning…