Waiting for a Rhode Island housing market crash? Inventory is under two months and prices are holding near $535K. Here's what the data really shows.

Master Rhode Island's 10-day inspection period. Get your home ready for buyer inspections with this complete seller's guide from Slocum Home Team.

Everything Rhode Island real estate professionals need to know about the 24-hour continuing education requirement, core hours, and fair housing education for license renewal.

A luxury Portsmouth home at 205 Indian Avenue sold for $6 million during the week of July 6-10, 2026, highlighting Newport County's high-end market resilience.

Learn when PMI is required in RI, how much it costs, and discover Rhode Island programs that eliminate it entirely. Your guide to smarter homebuying.

Explore the Q2 2026 Rhode Island housing market, including home prices, sales, inventory, and trends in Warwick, Kent County, condos, and multifamily homes.

Rhode Island doesn't recognize teams as separate entities. Learn critical regulations every RI agent and broker must follow under 230-RICR-30-20-2.

Learn when HELOC and home equity loan interest is tax-deductible for Rhode Island homeowners. Federal rules, limits, and what you need to know.

Understanding flood insurance in Rhode Island? Learn NFIP coverage limits, costs, coastal risks, and what every Ocean State homeowner should know.

Providence Restaurant Weeks returns July 26-Aug 8, 2026 with 60+ participating restaurants. Prix fixe deals, special menus & more across Rhode Island.

Rhode Island property taxes surged 3.7% in FY 2026, the largest increase in a decade. Learn what the RIPEC report means for your home budget and future planning.

Learn how seller concessions work in Rhode Island, federal loan limits, and strategic timing for 2026. Expert guidance from Slocum Home Team in Warwick, RI.

Rhode Island has one of America’s most competitive rental markets. Learn how buying a multifamily home and house hacking could help offset your mortgage and build equity.

Rhode Island first-time buyers: Learn what happens during home appraisals, FHA requirements, low appraisal options, and timeline tips. Expert guidance inside.

Every Rhode Island home buyer needs a Municipal Lien Certificate before closing. Learn what it is, what it covers, and why it protects your investment.

Rhode Island down payment assistance requires homebuyer education. Learn why it matters, what to expect, and how to complete your course with confidence.

When everything is working, most people avoid change. But for The Slocum Home Team, the move to eXp Realty was about evolving before we were forced to. Here’s why we made the leap, what surprised us most, and why collaboration may be the future of real estate.

This isn't just another Fourth of July. This year, as fireworks light up Narragansett Bay and patriotic music fills town greens from Westerly to Woonsocket, we're marking something extraordinary: America's 250th birthday. And if there's one state that knows how to celebrate independence with authentic pride and deep historical roots, it's Rhode Island—the state that declared independence from Great Britain a full two months before the rest of the colonies caught up.

💰🏠 How Rhode Island Homeowners Can Reduce Capital Gains Taxes When Selling

Selling a home can come with a sizable tax bill if your property has appreciated significantly, but many Rhode Island homeowners can reduce or even eliminate capital gains taxes with proper planning. Key strategies include taking advantage of the federal primary residence exclusion, documenting qualifying home improvements to increase your cost basis, and carefully timing your sale to maximize available tax benefits.

This blog breaks down the most important capital gains tax rules, common seller situations such as inherited homes and rental properties, and practical ways homeowners can keep more of the equity they've built over the years. 📈🔑💵

💰🏠 How Rhode Island Homeowners Can Reduce Capital Gains Taxes When Selling

Selling a home can come with a sizable tax bill if your property has appreciated significantly, but many Rhode Island homeowners can reduce or even eliminate capital gains taxes with proper planning. Key strategies include taking advantage of the federal primary residence exclusion, documenting qualifying home improvements to increase your cost basis, and carefully timing your sale to maximize available tax benefits.