How to Prepare for an Eviction Lawsuit

Posted on February 9, 2022

When a landlord’s tenants are no longer paying rent or are conducting themselves in a manner that violates their rental agreement, eviction may be necessary. If you are a landlord and find yourself in this situation, here is how you should prepare for an eviction lawsuit. Don’t Do it on Your Own

Top 5 Common Causes of Fire Damage

Posted on January 30, 2022

One of the best ways of dealing with a fire is to prevent its occurrence in the first place. The best way to prevent a fire from occurring in your home is to know its likely causes. According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA),...

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Residential Property

Posted on January 24, 2022

Purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial decisions that you will likely ever make. For that reason, it should be taken very seriously. Unfortunately, if you don’t have a plan ahead of time it can be quite easy to make a big mistake that may impact your financial health for...

What is a Private Nuisance and How Can it Impact Condo Living?

Posted on December 20, 2021

Owning your own home comes with many perks. Having your own space allows you to partake in activities that you desire and to use your property as you wish. However, the way in which you are allowed to enjoy your property isn’t without limitation. The way in which you use your property...

Here’s How Taking Good Pictures Can Help Your Claim

Posted on December 17, 2021

You may have heard the expression that a picture is worth a thousand words. But what you may not know is that a picture can also influence thousands of dollars. Pictures can often make or break a case as they often provide evidence that could not otherwise be equaled through mere words....

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What to Know About Condominium Association Audits in RI

Posted on November 29, 2021

When you are a condominium unit owner, you expect the condominium association or its board members to take care of the finances surrounding your community; things such as snow removal, garbage collection, utilities, and landscaping. You should know how much money of yours goes to what every month. In order to ensure...

What is a Condominium Lien in Rhode Island?

Posted on November 24, 2021

When you reside in a condominium, you own your own space, but the common areas must be kept up by someone. Someone must be responsible for snow removal, electricity, and the like. That’s one of the main reasons for a condominium association. A condominium association collects fees from the unit owners in...

Types of Water Damage in Rhode Island

Posted on October 16, 2021

There are a lot of things that can, unfortunately, cause water damage to your property. This can include everything from a toilet that overflows to a leak in your roof, or even widespread flooding. But regardless of the cause of your water damage, understanding what to do when it happens is most...

6 Common Reasons Why Your Property Insurance Claim Was Denied

Posted on October 6, 2021

When a disaster, such as a flood or a fire, causes damage to your home or business, it can be utterly devastating. But what can be even more devastating is learning that your claim has been denied. Here are 6 common reasons as to why your property insurance claim has been...

Rhode Island Law Prohibits Solicitation of Fire Damage Victims at Scene of Fire

Posted on September 22, 2021

When you have been the victim of fire damage, it is absolutely devastating. At a time when you are processing what has transpired and dealing with the loss, you should not have to be bombarded by companies and adjusters trying to win your business. That’s why Rhode Island has a law...

Protecting Your Rights from Bad Faith Property Insurance Companies in Rhode Island

Posted on September 8, 2021

When you purchase homeowners or property insurance, you do so with the expectation that you will be protected in the event that you experience a loss. Unfortunately, though, this isn’t always the case. Since insurance companies are businesses like any other, the less money they lose, the more profit they make. For...

Who Is Responsible for Water Damage in a Rental?

Posted on August 18, 2021

Water damage can cause a lot of serious issues and cost a lot of money. So what happens if you experience water damage in a rental property? Is it the responsibility of the landlord or the tenant? Who should pay for it? Identifying Water Damage First thing’s first: you need to identify...