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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…

Dane County Market Snapshot, Inventory Low, End of 2023

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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…

4 Reasons Why the End of Forbearance Will Not Lead to a Wave of Foreclosures

Distressed Properties, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Short Sales

With forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are four reasons why that won’t happen. 1. There are…

A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers

For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction, Selling Myths

One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply…

3 Hot Topics in the Housing Market Right Now

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates

If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just released its Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate report.…

Pop Quiz: Can You Define These Key Terms in Today’s Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics

Some Highlights The language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms relate to today’s market can help you. For example, current low mortgage rates and higher wages positively impact affordability…

Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing

As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at four…

Remote Work Has Changed Our Home Needs. Is It Time for Your Home To Change, Too?

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers

Over the past year, many homeowners realized what they need in a home is changing, especially with the rise in remote work. If you’re longing for a dedicated home office or a change in scenery, now may be the time to find the home that addresses…

3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, New Construction, Pricing

With home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons. 1. The…

What You Should Do Before Interest Rates Rise

Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher…

Experts Agree: Options Are Improving for Buyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Buyers hoping for more homes to choose from may be in luck as housing inventory begins to rise. Many experts agree – new sellers listing their homes is great news for buyers and the overall market. Although the supply increases…

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe…