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…
Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall? Think Again
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Over the last two years, the rate of home prices appreciated at a dramatic pace. While that led to incredible equity gains for homeowners, it’s also caused some buyers to wonder if home prices will fall. It’s important to know the housing…
Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. But why is that? And is it still important in today’s shifting market?
The truth is, getting…
Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market. That’s because today’s market is undergoing a shift, and the supply of homes…
Should I Buy a Home Right Now?
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I wait? While no one can answer that question for you, here’s some information that could help you make…
The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Over the past few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac fell by half a percent. The drop happened over concerns about a potential recession. And since mortgage rates have risen dramatically this year, homebuyers across…
Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights
According to the latest data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $64,000 in home equity over the past 12 months.
That much equity can be a game-changer when you move. When you sell, it could be some (if not all) of…
How Your Equity Can Grow over Time
For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
It’s true that record levels of home price appreciation have spurred significant equity gains for homeowners over the past few years. As Diana Olick, Real Estate Correspondent at CNBC, says:
“The stunning jump in home values over the…
Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights
Based on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years in a row.
Owning real estate is more than just a place to call home. It’s also an investment in your future. That’s…
A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers faced during the pandemic were the limited number of homes for sale and the intensity…
Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to making any big purchases. Here are a few things…