Wisconsin.condos - Milwaukee

10/01/2025

📉 Jobs data just sent mixed signals: ADP shows –32,000 jobs while official payrolls rose +38,000. Overall revision may be different according to ADP.
Why it matters for housing:
➡️ Softer jobs mean less buyer confidence.
➡️ Conflicting reports add market uncertainty.
➡️ A weaker labor market could push mortgage rates lower, helping affordability if buyers can qualify.
⚖️ But remember: different price ranges can move in opposite directions, even in the same market. I hope to have such a look after September’s final housing numbers come in
The job market and housing market are more connected than many realize. 🏡📊

09/26/2025

Compass’s $10B acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate has reshaped the chessboard of American housing. But does this deal represent a true industry shake-up, or is it more of a shell game among holding companies? In our new commentary, we explore the merger and highlight the five real power brokers driving the future of U.S. real estate.

Compass acquires Anywhere Real Estate in a $10B deal. Is it more shake-up or shell game? Explore the top U.S. real estate power brokers.

09/25/2025

🚦📈 The Labor Department says only 22,000 jobs were added.
The BEA insists GDP surged at a 3.8% pace.
Either the economy needs a marriage counselor… or a better sense of humor. 😅

09/23/2025

🔥 Wisconsin is on the map!
According to Realtor dot com’s August 2025 Hot Markets report, FOUR Wisconsin cities landed in the nation’s Top 10.
✔️ #2 Kenosha
✔️ #3 Oshkosh/Neenah
✔️ #7 Janesville-Beloit
✔️ #10 Racine
That means faster sales, higher demand, and stronger visibility for our local housing markets.
👉 Intro to the scoop, here - August 2025 Hottest Housing Markets -
https://wisconsin.condos/news/august-2025-hottest-housing-markets/

09/19/2025

📊 August Market Snapshot – Southeast Wisconsin
Single-family home sales (excluding condos) across Waukesha, Cedarburg, and Milwaukee school districts stayed active this past month. Each market showed steady buyer interest, with year-to-year differences reminding us how local trends can shift while demand remains strong. As we head into fall, families continue making moves in Southeast Wisconsin’s communities. Follow us for updaes.

09/18/2025

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate today: 6.22%

Same day last year: 6.11%

09/05/2025

Back when U-6 used to mean something, we paid closer attention to the whole jobs picture. U-3 shows the unemployed, but U-6 reveals the hidden strain, workers who can’t find enough hours or gave up looking. With U-6 climbing to 8.1%, it raises the question: are we overlooking the bigger story?

09/04/2025

The latest ADP report shows U.S. job growth falling short in August, signaling a cooling labor market nationally. Yet, all markets are local and conditions in your community may look very different. Understanding your area’s trends is key to making the right decisions.

09/01/2025