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Dane County’s Fall 2025 Market Insights

Dane County Market Analysis, Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Inventory, Market Updates, McGrady Group Blog, Mortgage Rates, Pricing

In our Summer market outlook, we discussed the early 2025 trendlines in Price, Days on Market and interest rates matching Spring of 2024. Would this trend continue into the Summer and Fall of 2025, or would a softer real estate market begin…

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…

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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…

The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here

Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates

Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect.Yes, mortgage rates have been ticking up lately – and that’s creating some real challenges with affordability.…

Why Buyers Shouldn’t Overlook a Fall Move

Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Rates

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the savviest buyers know that the changing season can start tipping things…

Worried About a Housing Crash? The Numbers Tell a Calmer Story.

For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Rates

A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on.So, it’s understandable if you've been putting off buying or selling…

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now

Affordability, Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Rates

If you're waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while. But before you get discouraged, there's a number working behind the scenes that's actually good for you right now. It's called the spread, and once…

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.

Affordability, Buying Tips, Economy, For Buyers, Forecasts, Mortgage Rates

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven't changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it's a real possibility.

What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026

Affordability, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates

If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming.That's…

The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

Equity, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates. Stretched budgets. Headlines that make buying or selling sound like a terrible idea. But the data tells a very different story. This isn't 2020 or 2021.…

What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

Affordability, Economy, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.Inflation…

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.The…

The Truth About Affordability Today