Rhode Island Association of Realtors

09/23/2026

How are REALTORS® using technology to work smarter and better serve their clients? A new NAR report explores how technology and AI are shaping real estate, from saving time to improving the client experience.

Read more in the full article. Link in comments.

NAR’s 2026 REALTORS® Technology Report finds that 81% of agents adopt technology to save time and 71% use it to improve the client experience. Nearly half use artificial intelligence daily or weekly, most often for listing descriptions, social media posts and email follow-up. The report also exam...

09/22/2026

Before you show a property, what’s the first thing you should do? Stephen Antoni shares an important first step in this sneak peek. Stay tuned for the full Keeping it REAL with RI REALTORS® podcast coming this Thursday!

09/19/2026

An important update for REALTORS® and their clients! The expanded acceptance of VantageScore 4.0 could help open new doors to homeownership.

See what NAR has to say about the change. Link in comments.

NAR welcomed the decision by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to accept VantageScore 4.0 from all lenders. The change introduces competition among credit score providers and expands the use of alternative data, including rent, utility, and telecom payment histories. NAR said the move could improve credit....

09/17/2026

Rhode Island’s housing supply is growing, but it still trails national levels and offers little relief for home prices.

Read the full August housing market update. Link in comments.

Rhode Island residential home sale trends continued in August with slower sales and rising median prices year-over-year in all sectors of the market.

09/17/2026

Please note that our office will be closed Thursday, September 17th, for building maintenance. Staff will be working remotely and available to assist members.

09/17/2026

Who’s your real estate buddy? The buddy system can play an important role in REALTOR® safety. Hear why in this sneak peek, and stay tuned for the full Keeping it REAL with RI REALTORS® podcast coming soon!

09/15/2026

It’s always great to see members come together to connect, build relationships, and enjoy time with colleagues from across the industry.

09/12/2026

There’s still time to register for the 4 S’s of Real Property: Site, Structure, Style & Systems on Wednesday, September 15! Learn more and register: https://conta.cc/45obg0t

Email from RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center Understand how homes function and guide your clients to make informed decisions!     4 S’s of Real Property: Site, Structure, Style & Systems Le

09/11/2026

Newport is calling. The New England Mortgage Bankers Conference kicks off September 16, and Day 2 (Thurs, Sept 17) is where Realtors can jump in for just $99. If you've been thinking about it, now's the time to lock in your spot and start building those connections before conference season gets busy. Details in the link in comments.

09/09/2026

Tomorrow! Join RI REALTORS® and Tether RE for Show Smart, Stay Safe: REALTOR® Safety Essentials and learn practical ways to stay safer on the job.⁠
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Link in comments to learn more and register!⁠
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Email from RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center Practical safety strategies, smart technology and tools to help protect you on the job.   Show Smart, Stay Safe: REALTOR® Safety Essentials Join