http://www.realestatewiser.com London's original real estate blog... an interactive source of MLS listings and real estate information. Tue, 25 Mar 2008 22:15:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en It’s a question almost every homebuyer asks. “When do I get my keys?” The legal answer is the keys are released when the seller’s lawyer receives the money and the buyer’s lawyer registers the deed. Getting vacant possession, however, is sometimes another story. At the moment the buyer receives ... http://www.realestatewiser.com/?p=40 We know the importance of focusing on kitchens and bathrooms when undertaking renovations in our homes. These improvements usually pay for themselves in added market value. However, there’s a trend toward the ‘greening’ of homes that will increase market value and appeal to many buyers. Younger buyers are particularly ‘green’ ... http://www.realestatewiser.com/?p=38 Baby boomers (circa 1947 to 1966) describe themselves as darn near perfect. Damn, we’re good… just ask us. Getting on in years? We don’t think so. Ten percent of us feel like we’re still in our 20’s. We’re friendly, generous, ambitious, (yet not materialistic). We exercise regularly. Our kids ... http://www.realestatewiser.com/?p=37 According to Garth Turner, Canada’s economic guru, our eight-year lovefest with real estate is over. Does it mean housing prices are going to start spiraling lower? Should people who have concentrated most of their wealth in homes start panicking? Turner says he sees no economic storm clouds ... http://www.realestatewiser.com/?p=36