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…
Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights
When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for.
It takes professionals who study expert opinions…
Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall
For Sellers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons…
What To Do with Your Vacation Home as Summer Ends
For Sellers, Luxury Market, Move-Up Buyers
As summer comes to a close, is it time to think about selling your vacation home? Based on recent data and expert opinions, it’s something you may want to consider. According to research from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), vacation…
What Do Experts Say About Today’s Mortgage Rates?
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage rates dating back to 2016 and where today falls by comparison.
Generally speaking, when rates are low, you can afford…
What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Selling Myths
Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good for people who want…
Sellers Are in a Sweet Spot [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights
In today’s sellers’ market, you’re set up to win big when you list your house.
That’s because homes are selling fast, receiving 4.4 offers on average and often selling above the asking price. Then, when you buy your…
Ready To Sell, but Don’t Know Where You’ll Go? [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
Some Highlights
If you’re thinking of selling your house but don’t know what you should buy, you have options.
Existing homes offer a wide variety of home styles, an established neighborhood, and lived-in charm. Meanwhile, new home construction…
Surprising Shift Favors Homeowners: Buyers Now Prefer Existing Homes
Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
In April, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) posted an article, Home Buyers’ Preferences Shift Towards New Construction, which reported:
“60% of people who were looking to buy a home in 2020 said they’d prefer new construction…
Sellers: Make Today’s Home Price Appreciation Work for You
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Home prices continue to rise as we move through the summer, and that’s good news for sellers who are looking to maximize their home’s potential. If you’re on the fence about whether to list your house now or later, the question you should…
Key Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Sometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests in mind, they may also be missing crucial information about today’s housing market that you need…