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Rates Just Hit 3-Year Lows — Here’s How Smart Rhode Island Buyers Are Gaining Leverage

Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels in three years, with many 30-year fixed loans now hovering around 6%. While that’s improving affordability for buyers, it also means more people may soon jump back into the market — and competition could rise quickly. 📉🏡

But in Rhode Island, a recent blizzard temporarily slowed showings and delayed listing momentum, creating a short window where some homes are sitting slightly longer than expected. Savvy buyers are using that brief market friction to identify opportunities, negotiate strategically, and secure homes before demand accelerates again.

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