Jennifer Rolfsema Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams

08/05/2026

Home prices rose in 80% of metro markets during the second quarter of 2026; this is up from 71% in the first quarter. The national median single-family existing-home price rose 1.5% YoY to $434,900, up from 0.5% annual growth in the first quarter.
https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/home-prices-increased-in-80-of-metro-areas-in-second-quarter-of-2026

07/29/2026

Rhode Island's housing market posted year-over-year gains in closed sales across all residential property types despite ongoing economic uncertainty.

Single-family home sales led the way with a 14% increase - the first annual gain in closed transactions this year - while the median sales price climbed to a record monthly high of $550,000, up 5.8% from June 2025.

The condominium market also posted gains, with sales and inventory each rising 5.4%, while the median sales price remained essentially unchanged at $417,450.

"Amidst increased inflation and mortgage rates, Rhode Island home sales held their own in June. The allure of the Ocean State in the summer months increased pent up demand and sales activity climbed across the board...” said Michael Pereira, President of the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®.

🔗 For more market insights, read the full article at: www.rirealtors.org/news

07/29/2026

Gen X buyers are driven by life’s many transitions. While 22% bought simply to own a home, 11% wanted more space, 10% moved closer to family and friends, and 9% purchased due to family changes.
https://www.nar.realtor/news/economists-outlook/from-mixtapes-to-mortgages-how-gen-x-is-owning-todays-housing-market

07/09/2026

Special purpose, commercial building for sale. Let me know if you know of anyone looking to relocate, expand or invest in Rhode Island. Massive 24,000 sqft. with parking, sanctuary, chapel, gymnasium/community space, large kitchen, library, music room, floral arranging room, classrooms, storage, offices and daycare center with tenants.

05/14/2026

Thankful and happily surprised when my office awarded me this certificate 😊

05/14/2026

April showed slightly improved market conditions for sellers. Sellers received an average of 2.5 offers, and 21% received more than the asking price of the home. Days on market remained higher than last year at 32 days, but dropped considerably since last month.

05/07/2026

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Coverage of historical RI May Day breakfast, Cranston Harold

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05/07/2026

Homes are becoming cozier and healthier as people choose designs that fit their real lives. Think bright natural light, cleaner air, and flexible wellness spaces. Discover how these thoughtful trends are taking over home interiors. https://bit.ly/3PRktJY

05/07/2026

Millennials who are flexible have been able to buy homes, even with higher interest rates and housing costs, and personal debt.

05/07/2026

Home prices rose in 71% of metro markets (167 out of 235) during Q1 of 2026, according to the NAR's latest quarterly report. The national median single-family existing-home price rose 0.5% year-over-year to $404,300, down from 1.2% annual growth in the fourth quarter. 🧵: