
Dane County’s Summer 2025 Market Insights
Dane County Market Analysis, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Inventory, McGrady Group Blog, Mortgage Rates
In our Spring market outlook, we predicted that 2025 would repeat the trend lines of 2024. So far, that prediction has held steady. This update continues our focus on Dane County market data, mortgage rates, and provides insights for buyers…

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…

A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis
Economy, Infographics, Mortgage RatesSome HighlightsThere’s a lot of talk about a recession lately and how the odds of one are rising. If you’re wondering what that means for the housing market, here’s what the data tells us.While you may remember the price crash in 2008,…

Things To Avoid After You Apply for a Mortgage
Buying Tips, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsOnce a lender has reviewed your finances as part of the homebuying process, you want to be as consistent as possible. Don’t make any big changes that could affect your mortgage application.Here are a few tips. Don’t change…

National Housing Trends To Watch
Home Prices, Infographics, InventorySome HighlightsAt a national level, the housing market has shifted over the past year.There are more homes for sale, price growth has moderated, and homes are taking a little longer to sell.Do you want to know how your area compares? Connect…

Your Roadmap to Homeownership
Agent Value, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsBuying a home isn’t just a transaction – it’s a journey. And like any great adventure, having a solid roadmap makes all the difference. From building your dream team to getting pre-approved, house hunting, and signing…

What You Need To Know About Pre-Approval
Buying Tips, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsBefore you even start looking at homes, there’s something you should do first – and that’s get pre-approved for your mortgage.Pre-approval is when a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to…

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?
Equity, For Sellers, Home Prices, InfographicsSome HighlightsOver the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think. Nationally, prices are up nearly 60% since 2019. And, if selling has been on your…

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?
For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. BuySome HighlightsA study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize…

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?
For Sellers, Infographics, Selling TipsSome HighlightsWith more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates. But how do you decide what’s worth doing? You lean on an agent.An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick…

Why You’ll Love Owning a Home
First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsOwning a home comes with many benefits, both non-financial and financial.From the sense of accomplishment and freedom of expression, to growing your net worth, it’s easy to fall in love with homeownership.What’s the top reason…

Why Buying a Home Now Is Your Winning Play
Buying Tips, For Buyers, InfographicsSome HighlightsYou may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.Moving this winter can give you significant advantages, like less competition,…