You may be seeing headlines about how foreclosures are rising. And if that makes you nervous that we’re headed for another crash, here’s what you should know.  According to ATTOM, during the housing crash, over nine million people went through some sort of distressed sale (2007-2011). Last year, the

If your house is on the market but you haven’t gotten any offers you’re comfortable with, you may be wondering: what do I do if it doesn’t sell? And for a growing number of homeowners, that’s turning into a new dilemma: should I just rent it instead? There’s a term for this in the industry, and it’s

First-time buyers: Now just 28% of the market (down from 29% in July). Affordability remains a challenge, especially in Providence, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Attleboro. Days on Market: Homes are taking longer—28 days vs. 24 days last month. Locally, we’re seeing similar shifts, giving buyers a touch

You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash. And if you lived through the crash back in 2008, seeing new construction is up again may feel a little scary. But here’s what you need to remember: a lot of what you see online is designed to get clicks. S

Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who haven’t sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes off the market. According to the latest data from Realtor.com, the number of homeowners taking their homes off the market is up 38% since the start of this year and

Starting October 1, 2025, Rhode Island will increase the real estate conveyance tax from $2.30 to $3.75 per $500 of property value. ✅This means sellers will see higher closing costs. ✅For buyers, it’s good to keep this in mind when budgeting for a fall purchase.✅ If you’re considering selling, it ma

If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let some of that fear go. While multiple-offer situations haven’t disappeared entirely, they’re not nearly as common as they used to be. In fact, a recent survey shows agents reported only 1 in 5

Single Family – Colonial – MLS # 1392793 Total Rooms: 6                             Bed: 3                    Full Bath: 1                  Half Bath:   1 Great opportunity to live in the historic Conimicut neighborhood—one of Rhode Island’s most charming waterfront communities! This beautifully res

Navigating the housing market can feel overwhelming, but understanding the current trends in Cumberland, RI 02864, can help you make informed decisions with confidence. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to move up, here’s what you need to know about the market today. Currently, Cumber

By Sarah Paynter Aug. 15, 2025 3:25 pm ET The 227-acre farm has a circa-1798 farmhouse. NICK LAROCHE The owners acquired about 200 acres around the historic Berkshires property, which dates back to the 18th century uring a ski trip to the Berkshires in the late 1960s, MaryAnn and William Roston came

Written by: May Ortega|July 14, 2025 Top tips for getting your own slice of space age-inspired living. If The Baxter Building from Marvel Studios’ “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” in theaters July 25, is on your home shopping “inspo” list, then you’re no doubt a fan of retro-futurism. Also called

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Published Wed, Aug 20 202510:55 AM EDTUpdated Wed, Aug 20 20253:05 PM EDT By: Jessica Dickler watch nowVIDEO03:23Mortgage rate continues to hinder housing affordability, says NAR’s Lawrence Yun Lorene Cowan, 44, thought she would own a home by now. However, in New York City, where Cowan lives and wo

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Published Thu, Aug 21 202510:00 AM EDTUpdated 3 Hours Ago By:Diana Olick A “For Sale” sign outside a house in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025.Al Drago | Bloomberg | Getty Images Sales of previously owned homes rose 2% in July compared with June to 4.01

Published Thu, Aug 21 20252:19 PM EDTUpdated An Hour Ago By: Ana Teresa Solá Sdi Productins | E+ | Getty Images Mortgage rates have declined in recent months, and with the potential for a Federal Reserve rate cut this fall, it’s smart for homeowners with high interest rates to start preparing for th

If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy. Homes were listed one day and gone the next. Sometimes it only took hours. You had to drop everything to go and see the house, and if you hesitated even slightly, someone else swooped in and bought it – sometimes eve

Not every homebuyer wants the biggest house on the block. Some want something simpler, more affordable, and easier to maintain, especially in a market where every dollar counts. That’s where condos come in. For first-time buyers, they can be a smart way to get into homeownership without stretching y

👉OPEN HOUSE: Sat Aug 23, 11:00AM to 1:00PM Single Family – Colonial – MLS # 1392793 Total Rooms: 6                             Bed: 3                    Full Bath: 1                  Half Bath:   1 Great opportunity to live in the historic Conimicut neighborhood—one of Rhode Island’s most charming

The latest absorption report shows Cumberland’s single-family market is hot and moving fast: ✨ Key Highlights: 293 homes sold in the past year Avg. 31 homes/month sold in the last 6 months (up from 24/month over 12 months) Just ~2 months of inventory (well below the 5–6 month “balanced” market) 64%