Industry Updates
Real Estate News
The latest mortgage, market, and housing headlines — curated for Northeast Wisconsin buyers, sellers, and homeowners.
Mortgage Rates Hold Steady as Buyers Return to the Market
After months of volatility, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has settled into a tighter range, giving Northeast Wisconsin buyers more confidence to lock in a payment and move forward with their search.
Existing-Home Sales Post a Spring Bump
Existing-home sales rose month-over-month as inventory expanded and seasonal buyers came off the sidelines. Median prices remain near record highs, but days on market are creeping up — a signal that negotiation is back on the table.
Wisconsin Housing Market Snapshot
Wisconsin home sales are tracking ahead of last year, with new listings up across most counties. Median sale prices in the Northeast region continue to grow, though at a more sustainable pace than the post-pandemic peak.
First-Time Buyers Reach Historic Lows — Then Tick Back Up
First-time buyers represented a smaller share of total purchases this past year, but new down-payment assistance programs and a slight cooling in prices are bringing more first-timers back into the conversation in 2026.
Home Equity Hits Another All-Time High
U.S. homeowners are sitting on more equity than ever before. For sellers in Brown, Outagamie, and surrounding counties, that means a strong financial cushion — and a real opportunity to right-size or relocate while values remain elevated.
Inventory Slowly Rebuilding in Northeast Wisconsin
Active listings in Green Bay, Appleton, and the Fox Valley are climbing modestly off historic lows. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes are still going under contract quickly, but buyers finally have a few more options to choose from.
Property Tax Bills: What Wisconsin Homeowners Should Know
Reassessments are hitting many Wisconsin communities this year. Understanding how your assessed value compares to recent neighborhood sales is the first step in deciding whether to appeal — and how to plan for next year's bill.
Remote Work Continues to Reshape Where Buyers Look
Hybrid and fully-remote workers are still driving demand for larger lots, dedicated home offices, and quieter outlying communities — a trend that's helping smaller Northeast Wisconsin towns attract buyers from larger metros.
New Construction Picks Up to Meet Demand
Builder confidence has improved, and new single-family permits are trending upward. For buyers struggling with limited resale inventory, new construction in growing NE Wisconsin subdivisions is becoming a more realistic option.
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