
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…

Sellers: Don’t Let These Two Things Hold You Back
Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Selling MythsMany homeowners thinking about selling have two key things holding them back. That’s feeling locked in by today’s higher mortgage rates and worrying they won’t be able to find something to buy while supply is so low. Let’s dive into…

Key Housing Market Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, InfographicsSome HighlightsIf you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing market.Housing inventory is still very low, prices are climbing back up, and homes are selling fast when priced right.Connect…

Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
Buying Myths, For BuyersWhile the wild ride that was the ‘unicorn’ years of housing is behind us, today’s market is still competitive in many areas because the supply of homes for sale is still low. If you’re looking to buy a home this season, know that the…

Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices
Buying Myths, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, PricingIf you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? And it’s no surprise you don’t have the clarity you need on that topic. Part of the issue…

Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008
Distressed Properties, For Buyers, Foreclosures, Housing Market UpdatesIf you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market. This may have left you with some uncertainty, especially if you're considering buying…

Real Estate Continues To Be the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up BuyersSome HighlightsAccording to a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for 11 years in a row, beating gold, stocks, bonds, and more.Owning real estate means more than just having a home—it’s an investment…

Owning Your Home Helps You Build Wealth
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. BuyYou may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of good reasons to become a homeowner. One of them is that owning a home is typically viewed as a good long-term investment that…

Explaining Today’s Mortgage Rates
For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest RatesIf you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to answer that question because mortgage rates are notoriously…

Home Prices Are Rebounding
Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Pricing, Selling MythsIf you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture.…

How Remote Work Expands Your Homebuying Horizons
For Buyers, Interest RatesEven as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So, if you currently enjoy working from home or hope to be able to soon, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, most…