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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…

Homebuyers Are Going on a Shopping Spree This Winter

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

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, which means some shoppers have wrapped up their holiday buying. But there’s still a group of buyers that are very active this holiday season – homebuyers. Experts anticipate the real estate market…

What Everyone Wants To Know: Will Home Prices Decline in 2022?

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

If you’re thinking of buying a home in today’s housing market, you may be wondering how strong your investment will be. You might be asking yourself: if I buy a home now, will it lose value? Or will it continue to appreciate going forward?…

Advice for First-Generation Homebuyers

Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z, Millennials

The sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that feeling of accomplishment is even greater. That’s because the pride of homeownership for first-generation buyers extends…

If You Think the Housing Market Will Slow This Winter, Think Again.

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates

From the opportunity to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates to changing homeowner needs, Americans have more motivation than ever to buy a home. According to the experts, buyers are making moves right now, creating an unseasonably…

A Happy Tail: Pets and the Homebuying Process [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers, Infographics

Some Highlights It’s no secret that we love our furry friends – about 70% of U.S. households have pets. What may come as a surprise is how large a role they play in the homebuying process. Americans spend $1,163 a year on their pets,…

Two Reasons Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You

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

If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to become a homeowner, you may be hoping that waiting until next year could mean better market conditions to purchase a home. To…

Struggling To Find a Home To Buy? New Construction May Be an Option.

For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction

There’s no question that the financial benefits of selling a house are outstanding today. Now is truly a great time to list if you’re ready to make a change. But if you do sell your house right now, you may be wondering where you’ll go…

Why It Just Became Much Easier To Buy a Home

Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many benefits of homeownership, including the feelings of security and stability and the financial benefits that come…

Win When You Sell (And When You Move)

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

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time than this winter. Selling this season means you can take advantage of today’s strong sellers’ market when you make a move. Win When You Sell Right now,…

A Checklist for Selling Your House This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers, Infographics

Some Highlights If you’re planning to sell your house this winter, you’ll want it to look its best inside and out. Take the time and focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. Let’s connect…