
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…

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?
For Sellers, Home PricesOver the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home?Home prices have risen dramatically over the past five…

Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation
Home Prices, Rent vs. BuyIt feels like everything is getting more expensive these days. That’s because inflation has remained higher than normal for longer than expected – and that’s impacting the costs of goods, services, and more. And with rising costs all around…

Home Price Growth Is Moderating – Here’s Why That’s Good for You
For Buyers, Home PricesOver the past few years, home prices skyrocketed. That’s been frustrating for buyers, leaving many wondering if they’d ever get a shot at owning a home. But here’s some welcome news: that whirlwind pace of home price growth is slowing…

The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year
For Buyers, Home PricesHave you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership? It’s a big decision, and let’s be real — renting can feel like the easier option, especially if buying a home feels out of reach.But here’s…

Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market
Equity, Forecasts, Home Prices, InfographicsSome HighlightsAre you torn between whether to buy a home now or wait? Consider this.Forecasts show prices will climb for at least the next 5 years. If you wait, the price of a home will be higher later on. But, if you buy a $400K now,…

How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement
Agent Value, Home PricesIf retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter. And you probably want to make sure you’re set up to feel comfortable financially to live the life you want in retirement.What you may not realize…

3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring
For Buyers, Home PricesLet’s face it — buying a home can feel like a challenge with today’s mortgage rates. You might even be thinking, “Should I just wait until spring when more homes hit the market and rates might be lower?”But here’s the thing, no one…

Smaller Homes, Bigger Opportunities: The Homebuilder Trend Buyers Love
Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage RatesIt’s no secret that affordability is tough with where mortgage rates and home prices are right now. And that may have you worried about how you’ll be able to buy a home. But, if you don’t need a ton of space, you may find you have more…

If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling
For Sellers, Home Prices, Selling TipsThere’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high. It might seem like overpricing gives you room to negotiate or could really boost your profit, but the reality is, it usually backfires.In…

When Is the Perfect Time To Move?
For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage RatesIt’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what…