Gladue Stopped By Podcast | Real Estate in Madison, WI

What’s one of the biggest myths when it comes to figuring out how to buy a home? It’s how much you will need for a down payment. Mark breaks down what could be a huge opportunity if you are ready to leap into homeownership and start building generational wealth.
Here’s a hint. You will be shocked at how many people believe the myth. As always, do what you feel is right and invest as you see fit. More questions? Call or text Mark today!Listen and SubscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/gladuestoppedby​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladuestoppedby/The Gladue Team: https://www.gladuestoppedby.com/ #realestate #madisonwi #downpayment #buyingahome #yourmadisonrealtor

Madison WI Market Update for February 2023. What a difference a year makes! It is still a Seller's Market and the median home price remains steady at just over $420,000 in the city. Mark breaks down everything from competitive offers to where interest rates are. Questions about the market? Are you thinking of buying or selling in 2023? We can help. Call, text or DM Mark for all your real estate needs!

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Simply said, thank you. We are grateful to have such wonderful clients, trusted partners, family, and friends. We appreciate you and all the likes, loves, and comments. Happy Holidays to you and your and here’s to a fantastic 2023!

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Selling your home in 2023 requires a plan! Now is the time to set those plans in motion. The Spring market will likely start early and you need to have all the pieces in place. What does that mean?

Mark breaks it down for you and it is not what you may think. The times of placing a sign in the yard, putting your home on the MLS, and watching offers fly in may be a thing of the past. Are you ready? Call, text, or DM Mark today to get started!

#madisonwi #realestate #sellmyhome #actionplan #yourmadisonrealtor

The Holidays are upon us! What does that mean for you? If you’re a buyer it could be the perfect time to find your dream home. If you’re a Seller it may be the perfect time to prepare for what could be a crazy Spring market. Mark breaks down the numbers from last week, gives an update on interest rates and fills you in on how to be best prepared.

Questions? Feel free to call, text or DM Mark.
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Curious to hear what’s happening in the Madison Real Estate Market? Not surprising to hear that inventory is way down because the snow has started to fly. Can you guess which market is the hottest right now?

We still have a lot of activity even with interest rates hovering around 7%. Learn more about the market by reaching out to Mark via DM, call or text.
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Abbey Wentland is one of our trusted partners in the mortgage business. She’s going to give the first-time home buyer insight on how you get started! Really important to meet with your lender as a first step in the home-buying process. Thanks, @abbeywentland for your insights!

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Think you have what it takes to time the Madison Real Estate Market perfectly? Don’t count on it.

Knowing what predictors are key in determining where we are right now is important, but trying to get the timing perfect is nearly impossible. The old saying, “buy low, sell high” may work in other markets right now, but Madison is still a robust market.

Have more questions? Please call, text, or DM Mark.

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Selling a home takes a solid strategy. What time of year, market data, and how your home is shown to the public are important. During the pandemic, we didn’t need to really think about these things because the market was crazed. Now we do!

Here’s Mark’s take on what you should think about if you want to sell your home in Madison WI in the next 3-6 months. Questions? Call, text or DM Mark today!
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What do you absolutely need to have ready if you are looking to purchase a home in the next three months? It’s a question we get asked often this time of year.

There are more Buyers looking to purchase a home every day and our job is to help you have everything you absolutely need in order to get started. If you have more questions call, text, or DM Mark!

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When hiring an agent to help you find your first home, your move up home or if you are downsizing, here a few tips on what to look for in that agent. More questions? As always, feel free to call, text or DM Mark for the answers.

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Fall is a great time to buy a home in Madison, WI. A few things for you to teach as a buyer in the normalizing market. Here’s a hint…be sure to hire a good agent to track all the right numbers to make sure you find the perfect home at the right price! Any questions? Feel free to call, text or DM Mark today.

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Lock n shop. Did you know you can do that? Some local lenders are offering you the opportunity to lock your interest rate for a period of time so you can feel confident about where you will be when you find the perfect home in Madison.

Have questions about the program? Would you like Mark to update you when rates go up or down? DM Mark and he will be sure to get you on the list.
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Setting the expectation! As the market evolves, changes, and normalizes in Madison, WI our job is to give you the most accurate data. What was then is certainly not what is happening now. We analyze the data for you to set and manage realistic expectations to bring you the best results.

Are you curious about what’s happening with Real Estate in Madison, WI please DM Mark with your questions.
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Knowing the value of your home is important! Even if you are not in the market to sell your home. Real estate is perhaps one of the largest pieces in your portfolio and know what it is worth can help you figure out your net worth. Not everyone’s home is worth a million dollars. Given the current market you might be shocked at what your home is actually worth.

Want to learn more about an equity check? DM Mark for more details. Let us figure out what your hole is worth today. No obligation and even if you’re not selling, wouldn’t it be nice to know?
#madisonwi #realestate #homeequity #homevalue #yourmadisonrealtor

Thinking about your dream home on the lake? Mark breaks down the numbers for you. We are sure you won’t be shocked given how crazy thing have been this year.

Did you know only 1-2% of the homes sales each year in Madison are on one of the 3 lakes? Did you know that the median price per sq ft is double that of homes not on the lake? Can you guess what the median home price was on the lakes just 2 years ago?

DM Mark for these answers and to pick his brain about buying or selling on one of Madison’s beautiful lakes.
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Appraisal waiver? In a hot market like Madison, a lot of people have been waiving appraisals. See how Mark breaks down what it means for you as the Buyer and if it may be right for you.

Have more questions about the appraisal contingency in the offer? DM Mark to learn more and see what strategies he uses when writing an offer to put you on top.

#madisonwi #realestate #appraisal #homebuying #youmadisonrealtor

Smart Home Technology! Yep, it’s a big deal when it comes to resale. Find out why.

Thinking about installing smart home technology in your home and have questions? DM Mark with any questions you may have.

- Mark Gladue Broker Lauer Realty Group -
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Be prepared! Not all lenders work weekends and you may find the perfect home. In this market, you want to have your pre-approval at the ready when the right home comes up.

Not all lenders work weekends, but that’s okay. When you meet with your lender be sure to ask this question so you know how to plan accordingly.

Need help or have questions? Feel free to DM Mark and get all the information you need.

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Market Update! Mark takes a look at what happened in July and how it compares to this same time last year.

2 key indicators to be aware of. Median Days on Market = 6 and the Absorption Rate = 2.5 months. What does this mean?

The Madison market continues to move at a rapid pace. While the Median Hoke Price is down by about 3% since last month, it is up 10% over last July. Hmmmmm …

Questions? Be sure to DM Mark for all your real estate needs.

-Mark Gladue-Broker-Lauer Realty Group-
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Open Houses are coming back! It has been quite some time since we have held an open house. Depending on your comfort level they are making a come back. Here are a few reasons why they are helpful when you are looking at purchasing a home…

If you are wondering what homes will be open on a given weekend, be sure to reach out and we will send you the full list.

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Inspection contingencies? You thought they were a thing of the past. For the last two and half years it was almost impossible to write an inspection contingency into an offer given the frantic pace of the market and the demand. Most buyers were fine with waiving them all together.

Home inspections are an important part of the process. Looking at all of the important systems and the structure of the home to determine what needs to be addressed.

If you are purchasing a home and want to find out more about the home inspection process, please reach out and we would be happy to help!
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Wake up, rinse, repeat and show gratitude for this amazing city! Happy Friday from Madison, WI!

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It takes a village! I am so thankful to have the team I have surrounding my clients to help them succeed with their real estate needs. From our agents to our lenders, admin, and title company reps. Few people know all that goes on behind the scenes and I am so grateful for this amazing team of people.

If you’re looking for the right village and a team of people that look out for your best interests please don’t hesitate to reach out.

One of my favorite summertime activities. Slow smoked ribs! Thanks for the rub @meatchurch

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Frustrated by searching for homes on Zillow? Who isn’t! Looking for the big deal in this market? Today, we're talking about ways to find the exact home you're looking for without Zillow.

Mark breaks down both of these for you today. Any questions? DM Mark and let him know
#madisonwi #realestate #zillow #letsmakeadeal #yourmadisonrealtor