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…
How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash
Equity, For Sellers, Selling TipsBuilding equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on record amounts of it.Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and…
Struggling To Sell Your House? Read This.
For Sellers, Selling TipsWhen you sell your house, ideally, you want it to go something like this: your house sells for top dollar, you get it sold quickly, and it all goes down without a hitch.But what many people don’t realize is that even in today's market where…
Only an Expert Agent Can Give You an Accurate Value of Your Home
Agent Value, For Sellers, Selling TipsIn today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The automated estimates you’re seeing online often miss key details that affect the…
Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents
Agent Value, For Sale by Owner, For Sellers, Selling TipsPutting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market.That’s why data from the…
Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot
For Sellers, Selling TipsA lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch: so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same…
Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?
For Sellers, Selling TipsA recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why, 39% of…
Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season
For Sellers, Selling TipsWith the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of…
How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025
For Sellers, Infographics, Selling TipsSome HighlightsIf you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start?Your local agent will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return…
Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?
For Sellers, Selling TipsWhen you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought…
What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Selling TipsOver the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s…