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…
Don’t Expect a Wave of Foreclosures [INFOGRAPHIC]
Foreclosures, Infographics, Interest RatesSome HighlightsWith ongoing high inflation pushing up everyday costs, some people are worried that'll create a flood of foreclosures. Here's why that's unlikely. Fewer people are seriously behind on mortgage payments right now. If foreclosures…
People Want Less Expensive Homes – And Builders Are Responding
For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, PricingIn today’s housing market, there are two main affordability challenges impacting buyers: mortgage rates that are higher than they’ve been the past couple of years, and rising home prices caused by low inventory. To overcome those challenges,…
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…
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…
Homebuyers Are Getting Used to the New Normal
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Selling MythsBefore you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One positive trend right now is homebuyers are adapting to today’s mortgage rates and getting used to them as the new normal.To…
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…
Two Questions To Ask Yourself if You’re Considering Buying a Home
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, PricingIf you’re thinking of buying a home, chances are you’re paying attention to just about everything you hear about the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate…
Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates
For Buyers, For Sellers, Interest Rates, Move-Up BuyersIf you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not…
The Main Reason Mortgage Rates Are So High
For Buyers, Interest RatesToday’s mortgage rates are top-of-mind for many homebuyers right now. As a result, if you’re thinking about buying for the first time or selling your current house to move into a home that better fits your needs, you may be asking yourself…