Home Buying Tips

Oct. 12, 2026

RI AnchorHome Explained: Rhode Island's 3.99% First-Time Buyer Mortgage

RI AnchorHome Explained: Rhode Island's 3.99% First-Time Buyer Mortgage

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RI AnchorHome is a Rhode Island state program that gives first-time homebuyers a 30-year fixed mortgage starting at 3.99% with no PMI and up to 100% financing. Sandi Warner, Managing Broker Owner of Warner Realty Group in …

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Sept. 29, 2026

Does the Highest Offer Always Win in Newport?

Not always. Most buyers think so. It usually doesn't. The buyer who wins is the one who understood the seller's situation better than anyone else at the table. In two minutes, I break it down to five cards every buyer can play.

Ready to play your cards?

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Feb. 28, 2025

3 Smart Strategies to Make Home Buying More Affordable in 2025

 

 

🏡💰 3 Smart Strategies to Make Home Buying More Affordable in 2024! 📉✨

If you've been holding off on buying a home, waiting for mortgage rates to drop, you might be in for a long wait. ⏳💭 Experts predict rates will likely stay between …

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Jan. 17, 2025

Rhode Island Real Estate in 2025: Trends, Tips, & Opportunities!

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Welcome to a brand-new year in Rhode Island real estate! I'm Sandi Warner, your trusted Realtor® and Property Manager. Let’s dive into the latest trends, legislative changes, and opportunities shaping the market. Grab a cup of coffee, and let’s get started!


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The Rhode …

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Dec. 22, 2024

2024 Real Estate Wrap-Up & 2025 Market Forecast | Must-Know Insights!

 

2024 Rhode Island Real Estate: Navigating the Market Trends

 

As we wrap up 2024 and embrace the holiday season, it's an opportune time to reflect on the current dynamics of the Rhode Island real estate market. I'm Sandi Warner from Warner Realty Group, here …

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Oct. 3, 2024

Median Asking Prices are Dropping

 

 

Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion. And as a buyer or seller, it’s easy to assume that means prices are coming down. But here’s the catch: those …

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Aug. 23, 2024

How to Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent

How To Choose a Great Local Real Estate Agent




Selecting the right real estate agent can make a world of difference when buying or selling a home. But how do you find the best one? Here are some tips to help you make that big decision as you …

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Aug. 23, 2024

How Growing Inventory Helps Homebuyers

 

 Inventory is growing and that means more options for your search, more negotiation power for you, it’s more likely sellers will make select repairs, and more moderate price growth. If you want to talk more about rising inventory means for you, let’s connect.

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June 8, 2024

Mid-Year Market Update for 2024: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Last December, when the Federal Reserve projected a series of benchmark rate cuts in the coming year, some analysts speculated that mortgage rates—which had recently peaked near 8%—would fall closer to 6% by mid-2024.1,2,3 Unfortunately, persistent inflation has delayed the central bank’s timeline and kept the average 30-year mortgage …

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April 20, 2023

Cast Iron Pipes in Old Rhode Island Homes

 

Buying a Homes In Rhode Island’s Aging Water Infrastructure where cast iron pipes abound!

 

If you're thinking about purchasing in Rhode Island or you're a homeowner in Rhode Island, one thing that you may be struggling with right now, particularly if you're living in …

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