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Saturday, February 14, 2026   /   by Ryan Huemmer

Happy Valentine’s Day, Madison Housing Market

Happy Valentine’s Day, Madison
 
Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
We’re matchmakers…
And we’ve got the perfect home for you.
 
At The Huemmer Home Team, we don’t just sell houses, we create love stories. Over 2,100 home matches made right here locally.
 
We introduce first-time buyers to cozy condos in Fitchburg.
We pair growing families with perfect cul-de-sacs in Sun Prairie.
We upgrade lovebirds from starter homes in Madison to “forever homes” in Waunakee.
 

 
And tonight?
We’ll let you focus on the romance.
 
But if Cupid’s aim is a little too accurate this Valentine’s Day… Call us in nine months when you need a bigger home. Because when your “starter” turns into “we’re going to need another bedroom”…Your favorite local home matchmakers are ready to set you up again.
 
Love is unpredictable.
The housing market doesn&rsqu ...

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Monday, February 2, 2026   /   by Ryan Huemmer

January Dane County Housing Market

Dane County Housing Market Update – January 2026
The Dane County housing market began 2026 with steady activity, rising home prices, and slightly longer timelines for buyers and sellers. Despite mortgage rates remaining elevated, demand across single-family homes, condos, and multi-family properties continues to support a healthy and competitive market throughout the county.
Home values saw a notable increase compared to last year. In January 2026, the average sale price in Dane County reached $513,362, up from $473,846 in January 2025. This year-over-year growth highlights the continued strength of the local market and the ongoing equity gains many homeowners are experiencing, even as affordability challenges persist for buyers.
While prices increased, the number of homes sold declined modestly. A total of 297 properties closed in January 2026 compared to 320 during the same month last year. This shift reflects buyer caution driven largely by interest rates rather than a ...

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Monday, January 12, 2026   /   by Ryan Huemmer

Dane County Real Estate Market Review: 2025 Year in Review

Dane County Real Estate Market Review: 2025 Year in Review
As we close the books on 2025, the Dane County real estate market tells a story of solid activity, strong sales ratios, and a competitive landscape for both buyers and sellers. Here's what homebuyers and sellers need to know about how the market performed this year.

The Big Picture: Dane County Market Performance
The Dane County market demonstrated robust health throughout 2025, with an impressive overall sell-through rate of 83.07% across all property types. This indicates that more than four out of every five listed properties found buyers, reflecting strong demand and effective pricing strategies.
Single-Family Homes: A Seller's Market Across Price Points
Single-family homes showed exceptional market strength with 5,010 properties sold out of 7,754 listings, an 83.58% sell rate. The market favored sellers, with homes selling at 99.87% of their list price on average, and properties ...

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Thursday, January 8, 2026   /   by Ryan Huemmer

December Dane County Housing Market

Community Market reports:Cambridge - bit.ly/CambridgeHousingUpdateColumbus - bit.ly/ColumbusHousingUpdateCottage Grove - bit.ly/CottageGroveHousingUpdateCross Plains - bit.ly/CrossPlainsHousingUpdateDeerfield - bit.ly/DeerfieldHousingUpdateDeforest - bit.ly/DeforestHousingMarketFitchburg - bit.ly/FitchburgHousingUpdateMadison - bit.ly/MadisonHousingUpdateMaple Bluff - bit.ly/MapleBluffHousingUpdateMarshall - bit.ly/MarshallHousingUpdateMcFarland - bit.ly/McFarlandHousingUpdateMiddleton - bit.ly/MiddletonHousingUpdateMonona - bit.ly/MononaHousingUpdateMount Horeb - bit.ly/MountHorebWIHousingUpdateOregon - bit.ly/OregonWIHousingUpdateStoughton - bit.ly/StoughtonWIHousingUpdateSun Prairie - bit.ly/SunPrairieHousingUpdateVerona - bit.ly/VeronaHousingUpdateWaunakee - bit.ly/WaunakeeHousingReportWindsor - bit.ly/WindsorHousingUpdateThe Huemmer Home TeamRE/MAX Preferredtheteam@thhtrealty.com6 ...

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Friday, January 2, 2026   /   by Ryan Huemmer

January Home Maintenance Checklist

January Home Maintenance Checklist for Wisconsin Homeowners
January in Wisconsin brings freezing temperatures, snow-packed driveways, and some of the toughest conditions your home will face all year. Proactive winter maintenance not only protects your property from costly repairs but also preserves long-term home value something every homeowner and future seller should prioritize. Whether you live in Madison, Dane County, or anywhere across Wisconsin, this January home maintenance checklist will help keep your home safe, efficient, and market-ready.
Start by paying close attention to your heating system. January is peak usage season for furnaces in Wisconsin homes, so changing your furnace filter and scheduling a mid-winter HVAC check can improve efficiency and reduce heating costs. Make sure all vents are clear of snow and debris, and listen for unusual noises that could signal mechanical issues. A properly functioning heating system is also a major selling point if you plan to li ...

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