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…
There’s Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling MythsWondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few homes there are for sale today.You may have heard inventory is low right now, but you may not fully realize just how…
Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, PricingSome HighlightsWant to know what experts say will happen in the rest of 2023? Home prices are already appreciating again in many areas. The average of the expert forecasts shows positive price growth.Where mortgage rates go for the rest of the…
How Inflation Affects Mortgage Rates
Buying Myths, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up BuyersWhen you read about the housing market in the news, you might see something about a recent decision made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But how does this decision affect you and your plans to buy a home? Here's what you need to know.The Fed…
How To Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market UpdatesIf you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re…
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…
Homebuyers Are Still More Active Than Usual
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling MythsEven though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In actuality, buyer traffic is still strong today.The ShowingTime…
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…
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…