{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","home_page_url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com","description":"Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","author":{"name":"Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island"},"items":[{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/understanding-zombie-foreclosures-q2-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Zombie%20Foreclosures%202026.jpg\"/><p>By the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/understanding-zombie-foreclosures-q2-2026","title":"Understanding \"Zombie Foreclosures\" Q2 2026 ","summary":"By the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","date_modified":"2026-05-21T23:53:07Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/house-passes-modified-21st-century-road-to-housing-act","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/unnamed%20(4).png\"/><p>Washington, DC - On May 20, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives took a monumental bipartisan step toward addressing the nation's housing crisis by passing an updated version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act wi...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/house-passes-modified-21st-century-road-to-housing-act","title":"House Passes Modified 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act","summary":"Washington, DC - On May 20, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives took a monumental bipartisan step toward addressing the nation's housing crisis by passing an updated version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act wi...","date_modified":"2026-05-21T10:53:07Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-property-disclosure-law-guide-2026","html_content":"<p>Essential Guide to Rhode Island’s Real Estate Sales Disclosure Law</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-property-disclosure-law-guide-2026","title":"Rhode Island Real Estate Property Disclosure Law Guide 2026","summary":"Essential Guide to Rhode Island’s Real Estate Sales Disclosure Law","date_modified":"2026-05-20T01:49:01Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/providence-ri-tops-zillow%E2%80%99s-hottest-rental-markets-for-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Providence%20Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20rental%20mar.jpg\"/><p>If you’ve been active in the Ocean State rental market recently, you already know how competitive it has become. 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IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ri-housing-market-hits-record-highs-amidst-low-inventory-crunch","title":"RI Housing Market Hits Record Highs Amidst low Inventory Crunch.","summary":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE","date_modified":"2026-04-22T21:35:03Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/cant-afford-a-home-in-rhode-island-many-are-doing-this-instead","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20multi%20generational%20households%20202.jpg\"/><p>The Rise of Multi-Generational Living</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/cant-afford-a-home-in-rhode-island-many-are-doing-this-instead","title":"Can't Afford a Home in Rhode Island?  Many are Doing This Instead","summary":"The Rise of Multi-Generational Living","date_modified":"2026-04-22T12:33:14Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ocean-state-housing-a-turning-tide-in-the-permitting-crisis","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20houisng%20permits%202026.jpg\"/><p>By The Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ocean-state-housing-a-turning-tide-in-the-permitting-crisis","title":"Ocean State Housing: A Turning Tide in the Permitting Crisis?","summary":"By The Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","date_modified":"2026-04-21T11:43:54Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-foreclosures-rates-resilient-vs-nation","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20Foreclosure%20Rates%20March%202026.jpg\"/><p>NATIONWIDE FORECLOSURES CLIMB</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-foreclosures-rates-resilient-vs-nation","title":"Rhode Island Real Estate Foreclosures Rates Resilient vs. Nation","summary":"NATIONWIDE FORECLOSURES CLIMB","date_modified":"2026-04-19T15:40:13Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-ranks-last-in-housing-affordability-crisis","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20housing%20affordability%20report%202026.png\"/><p>WARWICK, RI — While the national housing market faces a historic affordability squeeze, new data reveals that Rhode Island has hit a breaking point. According to a recent analysis of market trends from Realtor.com and th...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-ranks-last-in-housing-affordability-crisis","title":"Rhode Island Ranks Last in Housing Affordability Crisis","summary":"WARWICK, RI — While the national housing market faces a historic affordability squeeze, new data reveals that Rhode Island has hit a breaking point. According to a recent analysis of market trends from Realtor.com and th...","date_modified":"2026-04-19T13:37:39Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/providence-county-multifamily-market-hits-record-highs","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Screenshot%202026-04-17%20at%209.20.48%E2%80%AFAM.png\"/><p>Sales Surge 21% in March 2026</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/providence-county-multifamily-market-hits-record-highs","title":"Providence County Multifamily Market Hits Record Highs ","summary":"Sales Surge 21% in March 2026","date_modified":"2026-04-15T20:52:42Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/newport-county-single-family-market-hits-historic-peak","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Newport%20County%20Rhode%20Island%20Real%20Estate%20Market.png\"/><p>Median List Price Surges to $1.1 Million in March</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/newport-county-single-family-market-hits-historic-peak","title":"Newport County RI Single-Family Market Hits Historic Peak ","summary":"Median List Price Surges to $1.1 Million in March","date_modified":"2026-04-15T20:17:21Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/providence-claims-no-5-spot-in-2026-top-housing-market-forecast","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Top%20housing%20markets%20US-Rhode%20Island%20.jpg\"/><p>PROVIDENCE, RI – As the national housing market enters a period of stabilization, the Ocean State is making waves on the national stage. According to the latest 2026 Top Housing Markets forecast released by Realtor.com, ...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/providence-claims-no-5-spot-in-2026-top-housing-market-forecast","title":"Providence Claims No. 5 Spot in 2026 Top Housing Market Forecast","summary":"PROVIDENCE, RI – As the national housing market enters a period of stabilization, the Ocean State is making waves on the national stage. According to the latest 2026 Top Housing Markets forecast released by Realtor.com, ...","date_modified":"2026-04-13T00:37:18Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/navigating-rhode-island-landlord-tenant-laws-a-2026-guide","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20Landlord-Tenant%20laws%202026.png\"/><p>As we move through 2026, Rhode Island’s rental market continues to evolve. For homeowners and landlords, staying compliant isn't just about being a \"good\" property owner—it's about legal protection. With the first major ...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/navigating-rhode-island-landlord-tenant-laws-a-2026-guide","title":"Navigating Rhode Island Landlord-Tenant Laws: A 2026 Guide ","summary":"As we move through 2026, Rhode Island’s rental market continues to evolve. For homeowners and landlords, staying compliant isn't just about being a \"good\" property owner—it's about legal protection. With the first major ...","date_modified":"2026-04-12T23:56:52Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-closing-costs--a-home-buyer-seller-guide-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20closing%20costs%202026.png\"/><p>Navigating Rhode Island Closing Costs- A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers and Sellers</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-closing-costs--a-home-buyer-seller-guide-2026","title":"Rhode Island Closing Costs- A Home Buyer & Seller Guide 2026","summary":"Navigating Rhode Island Closing Costs- A Comprehensive Guide for Buyers and Sellers","date_modified":"2026-04-12T23:19:08Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-choose-the-right-real-estate-agent-in-ri-a-local-guide","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Hiring%20a%20Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20agent.png\"/><p>Finding the right partner to navigate the Ocean State’s unique property market is more than just a transaction—it’s about local expertise, ethics, and professional education. Whether you’re looking for a historic colonia...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-choose-the-right-real-estate-agent-in-ri-a-local-guide","title":"How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in RI: A Local Guide","summary":"Finding the right partner to navigate the Ocean State’s unique property market is more than just a transaction—it’s about local expertise, ethics, and professional education. Whether you’re looking for a historic colonia...","date_modified":"2026-04-11T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-housing-8m-to-build-660-new-units-statewide","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20housiing%20Initiiative%20April%202026.png\"/><p>On April 7, 2026, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee and Housing Secretary Deborah Goddard announced more than $8 million in funding to boost the state's housing supply. These grants, sourced from a historic voter-approved ...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-housing-8m-to-build-660-new-units-statewide","title":"Rhode Island Housing: $8M to Build 660+ New Units Statewide","summary":"On April 7, 2026, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee and Housing Secretary Deborah Goddard announced more than $8 million in funding to boost the state's housing supply. These grants, sourced from a historic voter-approved ...","date_modified":"2026-04-08T11:45:31Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-renew-your-rhode-island-real-estate-license-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20Real%20Estate%20License%20Renewal%20Guide.png\"/><p>Rhode Island Real Estate License Renewal Guide</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-renew-your-rhode-island-real-estate-license-2026","title":"How to Renew your Rhode Island Real Estate License (2026)","summary":"Rhode Island Real Estate License Renewal Guide","date_modified":"2026-04-08T02:24:59Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-housing-breaking-down-the-2026-reform-package","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/RI%20housing%20reforms.png\"/><p>By: The Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-housing-breaking-down-the-2026-reform-package","title":"Rhode Island Housing: Breaking Down the 2026 Reform Package","summary":"By: The Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","date_modified":"2026-04-04T12:05:19Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/what-the-new-down-payment-bill-means-for-rhode-islanders","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20first%20time%20home%20buyer%20down%20paymen.png\"/><p>Saving for Your First Home Just Got Smarter</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/what-the-new-down-payment-bill-means-for-rhode-islanders","title":"What the New Down Payment Bill Means for Rhode Islanders","summary":"Saving for Your First Home Just Got Smarter","date_modified":"2026-03-31T22:43:07Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ri-anchorhome-expansion-injects-50m-to-combat-housing-crisis","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20Anchorhome%20program%20for%20real%20estat.png\"/><p>Rhode Island’s \"Anchor\" for Homeowners:</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ri-anchorhome-expansion-injects-50m-to-combat-housing-crisis","title":"RI AnchorHome Expansion Injects $50M to Combat Housing Crisis","summary":"Rhode Island’s \"Anchor\" for Homeowners:","date_modified":"2026-03-24T20:27:01Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/step-by-step-guide-to-the-rhode-island-real-estate-exam","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/ChatGPT%20Image%20Mar%2023%2C%202026%2C%2007_37_45%20PM.png\"/><p>Rhode Island Real Estate Licensing Exam: How to Schedule Your Test with Pearson VUE</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/step-by-step-guide-to-the-rhode-island-real-estate-exam","title":"Step-by-Step Guide to the Rhode Island Real Estate Exam","summary":"Rhode Island Real Estate Licensing Exam: How to Schedule Your Test with Pearson VUE","date_modified":"2026-03-23T23:38:56Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-flippers-face-a-changing-real-estate-market","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/ChatGPT%20Image%20Mar%2020%2C%202026%2C%2003_09_18%20PM.png\"/><p>Across the United States, home flipping activity has slowed and profits have tightened as housing prices climb and financing costs remain elevated. According to recent national data from ATTOM Data Solutions, 78,621 home...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-flippers-face-a-changing-real-estate-market","title":"Rhode Island \"Flippers\" Face a Changing Real Estate Market","summary":"Across the United States, home flipping activity has slowed and profits have tightened as housing prices climb and financing costs remain elevated. According to recent national data from ATTOM Data Solutions, 78,621 home...","date_modified":"2026-03-20T19:12:35Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/february-2026-rhode-island-real-estate-market-report","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/February%202026%20Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20market%20.png\"/><p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/february-2026-rhode-island-real-estate-market-report","title":"February 2026: Rhode Island Real Estate Market Report.","summary":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE","date_modified":"2026-03-19T21:38:34Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-become-a-licensed-real-estate-agent-in-rhode-island","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Guide%20to%20becoming%20a%20Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20a.png\"/><p>Are you ready to design a life you’re truly excited to live? If you’ve been thinking about getting started in the Rhode Island real estate market, you are in the right place. Transitioning into real estate offers unparal...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-become-a-licensed-real-estate-agent-in-rhode-island","title":"How to Become a Licensed Real Estate Agent in Rhode Island","summary":"Are you ready to design a life you’re truly excited to live? If you’ve been thinking about getting started in the Rhode Island real estate market, you are in the right place. 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The \"Housing for the 21st Century Act,\" w...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/main-street-strikes-back-the-end-of-corporate-home-buying-in-ri","title":"Main Street Strikes Back: The End of Corporate Home Buying in RI?","summary":"As the housing market continues to dominate national headlines, the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island is closely monitoring the latest legislative developments in Washington. The \"Housing for the 21st Century Act,\" w...","date_modified":"2026-03-12T18:48:33Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ri-professional-development-center-for-real-estate-studies","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Real%20estate%20education%20in%20Rhode%20Island.png\"/><p>Why the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island Is Rhode Island’s Premier Real Estate School</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/ri-professional-development-center-for-real-estate-studies","title":"RI Professional Development Center for Real Estate Studies","summary":"Why the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island Is Rhode Island’s Premier Real Estate School","date_modified":"2026-03-12T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-new-landscape-why-single-women-are-winning-in-housing","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Single%20woman%20outpace%20single%20men%20in%20homeownersh.png\"/><p>From Restricted to Record-Breaking: The New Power Shift in Real Estate</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-new-landscape-why-single-women-are-winning-in-housing","title":"The New Landscape: Why Single Women Are Winning in Housing ","summary":"From Restricted to Record-Breaking: The New Power Shift in Real Estate","date_modified":"2026-03-10T17:08:51Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/unlocking-ri-homeownership-the-realtors%C2%AE-homebuyer-grant-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/RI-REALTORS-Homebuyer-Grant-Hero-.png\"/><p>Understanding the RI REALTORS® Homebuyer Grant</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/unlocking-ri-homeownership-the-realtors%C2%AE-homebuyer-grant-2026","title":"Unlocking RI Homeownership:  The REALTORS® Homebuyer Grant 2026","summary":"Understanding the RI REALTORS® Homebuyer Grant","date_modified":"2026-03-10T15:00:56Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-brokers-ranked-top-paying-careers-2026","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/ri%20real%20estate.%20broker.png\"/><p>Why Real Estate Brokerage is One of Rhode Island’s Top Careers</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-real-estate-brokers-ranked-top-paying-careers-2026","title":"Rhode Island Real Estate Brokers Ranked Top Paying Careers 2026","summary":"Why Real Estate Brokerage is One of Rhode Island’s Top Careers","date_modified":"2026-03-10T12:54:38Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-affordable-housing-shortage-compared-to-the-nation","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Affordable%20housing%20crisis%20in%20focus.png\"/><p>America Needs 7.2 Million Homes—Here’s How Rhode Island’s Housing Shortage Compares</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island-affordable-housing-shortage-compared-to-the-nation","title":"Rhode Island Affordable Housing Shortage: Compared to the Nation.","summary":"America Needs 7.2 Million Homes—Here’s How Rhode Island’s Housing Shortage Compares","date_modified":"2026-03-08T19:25:07Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/home-staging-and-its-impact-on-home-sales-in-rhode-island","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/2025%20home%20staging%20guide%20ri.jpg\"/><p>By the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/home-staging-and-its-impact-on-home-sales-in-rhode-island","title":"Home Staging and Its Impact on Home Sales in Rhode Island","summary":"By the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island","date_modified":"2026-03-08T19:13:34Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/accessory-dwelling-could-help-rhode-island--but-progress-is-slow","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/ChatGPT%20Image%20Mar%203%2C%202026%2C%2007_59_11%20AM.png\"/><p>Rhode Island’s housing shortage continues to dominate the conversation among policymakers, homeowners, and real estate professionals. With rising prices and limited housing inventory across the state, many experts see Ac...</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/accessory-dwelling-could-help-rhode-island--but-progress-is-slow","title":"Accessory Dwelling Could Help Rhode Island- But Progress is Slow","summary":"Rhode Island’s housing shortage continues to dominate the conversation among policymakers, homeowners, and real estate professionals. With rising prices and limited housing inventory across the state, many experts see Ac...","date_modified":"2026-03-06T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-2026-outlook-for-new-rhode-island-real-estate-agents","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20real%20estate%20license%20guide%202026%20.png\"/><p>Launching Your Rhode Island Real Estate Career</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-2026-outlook-for-new-rhode-island-real-estate-agents","title":"The 2026 Outlook for New Rhode Island Real Estate Agents","summary":"Launching Your Rhode Island Real Estate Career","date_modified":"2026-03-06T13:03:24Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island%E2%80%99s-housing-crisis%E2%80%94can-adus-solve-our-problem","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/ChatGPT%20Image%20Mar%203%2C%202026%2C%2007_59_11%20AM.png\"/><p>Accessory Dwelling Units Could Help Solve Rhode Island’s Housing Crisis—But Progress Is Slow</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/rhode-island%E2%80%99s-housing-crisis%E2%80%94can-adus-solve-our-problem","title":"Rhode Island’s Housing Crisis—Can ADU's Solve  Our Problem? ","summary":"Accessory Dwelling Units Could Help Solve Rhode Island’s Housing Crisis—But Progress Is Slow","date_modified":"2026-03-05T17:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/faq-everything-you-asked-about-becoming-a-rhode-island-realtor%C2%AE","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Realtor%20License%20Rhode%20Island.png\"/><p>The Questions and Answers for becoming a Rhode Island REALTOR®</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/faq-everything-you-asked-about-becoming-a-rhode-island-realtor%C2%AE","title":"FAQ: Everything You Asked About Becoming a Rhode Island REALTOR®","summary":"The Questions and Answers for becoming a Rhode Island REALTOR®","date_modified":"2026-03-05T01:31:59Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-distinction-agent-vs-realtor%C2%AE","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/Rhode%20Island%20REALTOR%20Licnese%20.png\"/><p>While many people search for how to get a \"REALTOR® license,\" it is important to know that \"REALTOR®\" is a professional designation, not a government license.</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/the-distinction-agent-vs-realtor%C2%AE","title":"The Distinction: Agent vs. REALTOR®","summary":"While many people search for how to get a \"REALTOR® license,\" it is important to know that \"REALTOR®\" is a professional designation, not a government license.","date_modified":"2026-03-05T01:22:01Z"},{"id":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-become-a-realtor%C2%AE-in-rhode-island-the-2026-guide","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/72e66b05-0de6-4af3-9b07-39a14f6cbafa/blob-965dbf2.png\"/><p>The Quick Answer</p>","url":"https://realestateinstituteofrhodeisland.com/blog-%26-podcast/f/how-to-become-a-realtor%C2%AE-in-rhode-island-the-2026-guide","title":"How to Become a REALTOR® in Rhode Island: The 2026 Guide","summary":"The Quick Answer","date_modified":"2026-03-05T00:57:30Z"}]}