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…
Planning To Sell Your House in 2025? Start Prepping Now
Agent Value, For SellersIf your goal is to sell your house in 2025, now’s the time to start prepping. Even though it might seem like there’s plenty of time between now and the new year, you should get a head start on any updates or repairs you want to make now.…
What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025
Affordability, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Mortgage RatesCurious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts are offering some promising forecasts, especially when it comes to two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices.Whether…
How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House?
Agent Value, For Sellers, Selling TipsIf you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. To be honest, the final number will depend on several factors like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs,…
Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market
For Sellers, Selling TipsHas your house been sitting on the market longer than expected? If so, you’re bound to be frustrated by now. Maybe you’re even thinking it’s time to pull the listing and wait to see what 2025 brings. But what you may not realize is, the…
Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home
Equity, For Sellers, Mortgage RatesIf you’ve been wanting to sell your house and move up to a bigger or nicer home, you’re not alone. A recent Inman survey reveals the top motivator for today’s homebuyers is the desire for more space or an upgraded home (see graph below):But…
Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall
For Buyers, For Sellers, Home PricesRecent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion. And as a buyer or seller, it’s easy to assume that means prices are coming down. But here’s…
Secrets To Selling Your House Quickly
For Sellers, Selling TipsSeeing your house sit on the market without any bites is the ultimate frustration. And unfortunately, some sellers are in that tricky spot today.According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the average time a house spends…
Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths
Agent Value, Buying Tips, For Buyers, For Sellers, Selling TipsWhen it’s time to buy or sell a home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you’ll work with as your agent. That choice will have an impact on your entire experience and how smoothly it goes.As you figure out who you’ll…
Is Your House Priced Too High?
Agent Value, For Sellers, Selling TipsEvery seller wants to get their house sold quickly, for as much money as they can, with as few headaches as possible. And chances are, you’re no different.But did you know one of the biggest things that could jeopardize your success is the…
Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back
For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Selling TipsIf you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent.After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates…