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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…

Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers

A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home. If you feel…

A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

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

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers faced during the pandemic were the limited number of homes for sale and the intensity…

Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing

You may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand that the data and expert opinions tell a different story. A recent survey from Pulsenomics asked over one hundred…

Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers, FSBOs, Infographics, Pricing, Selling Myths

Some Highlights When it comes to pricing your house, there’s a lot to consider. The only way to ensure you price it right is by partnering with a local real estate professional. To find the best price, your agent balances current market…

Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising Inflation

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing

If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about rising inflation. Today, inflation is at a 40-year high. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): “Consumer prices accelerated again in May as shelter,…

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers

Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to making any big purchases. Here are a few things…

The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

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

If you own a home, your net worth likely just got a big boost thanks to rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. And today, based on recent home price appreciation, you’re building that…

Why Achieving the Dream of Homeownership Can Be More Difficult for Some Americans

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates

Today we take time to honor and recognize the past and present experiences of Black Americans. When it comes to real estate specifically, equitable access to housing has come a long way, but the path to homeownership is still steeper for households…

More Listings Are Coming onto the Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics

Some Highlights Worried you won’t be able to find your next home after you sell? You should know data from realtor.com shows more listings are coming onto the market each month this year. Having additional options can make the search for…

Home Price Deceleration Doesn’t Mean Home Price Depreciation