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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…

Experts Agree: Homeownership Provides a Path to Long-Term Wealth

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

A recent survey from LendingTree.com found there are multiple reasons why Americans would choose to purchase a home instead of renting. Some of the most popular non-financial reasons given include: The flexibility to make the space your own The…

111,285 Reasons You Should Buy a Home This Year

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

The financial benefits of buying a home versus renting one are always up for debate. However, one element of the equation is often ignored – the ability to build wealth as a homeowner. According to the latest research from the National Association…

Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy

Some Highlights When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors. Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater…

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Rent vs. Buy

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers…

What You Can Do Right Now To Prepare for Homeownership

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

As rent prices continue to soar, many renters want to know what they can do to get ready to buy their first home. According to recent data from ApartmentList.com: “The first half of 2021 has seen the fastest growth in rent prices since the…

The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

Becoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much homeownership can help them achieve that dream. A recent report, The Journey Toward Financial Freedom, surveys Americans about their…

If Housing Affordability Is About the Money, Don’t Forget This.

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

There are many non-financial benefits of buying your own home. However, today’s headlines seem to be focusing primarily on the financial aspects of homeownership – specifically affordability. Many articles are making the claim that it’s…

More Young People Are Buying Homes

Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z, Housing Market Updates, Millennials, Rent vs. Buy

There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist…

With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time To Buy?

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. As it notes: “Beyond simply…

The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear

Buying Myths, Demographics, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z, Interest Rates, Millennials, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found: “1 in 4 underestimated their…