Escrow, explained!

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If you’re buying a home – or own a home already –you probably know about the term “escrow.” But what is escrow, anyway?

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Energy Saving Tips for RI Homeowners

Energy-Savings

With rising energy costs, it’s more important than ever to be energy efficient. Thankfully, there are simple ways that can help you save on costs.

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Keep you and your home safe in the event of a natural disaster

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Is your home prepared for larger disasters? We’ve pulled together some helpful tips and resources for RI homeowners.

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Common mortgage terms for new Rhode Island homeowners

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Here are some common mortgage terms you will see throughout your homeownership journey.

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Are you a Newport resident?

Check whether your current residence is located within an eligible census tract.

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Only residents of census tract 405 are eligible for the FirstGenHomeRI pilot program.

The map on the left shows the approximated eligible region.

Unsure if your address is part of the eligible region?

Type in your address below to find out (Include street #, street name, Newport, RI).

Data mapped by PolicyMap, an online GIS mapping tool.

Do you live in Central Falls, Pawtucket, Newport or East Providence?

Check whether your current residence is located within an eligible census tract for application prioritization.

Applications from residents who live in the census tract listed below are prioritized.

Central Falls 44007010900, 44007010800, 44007011100, 44007011000
Pawtucket 44007016000, 44007015300, 44007015100, 44007015200, 44007015500, 44007016600, 44007016700, 44007017000, 44007017100, 44007016100, 44007016400
Newport 44005040500, 44005041100
East Providence 44007010100, 44007010501

Type in your address below to learn if you are in the targeted area. (Include street #, street name, city, RI).