If you get hurt on the job in Rhode Island, you may wonder if you are eligible for workers’ compensation. Each state has a unique approach, so you must understand how it works. Prevent on-the-job injuries It does not matter if you work in a nursing home or factory,...
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Why Use a real estate agent when buying a home
While you can buy a home in Rhode Island without a real estate agent, there are many reasons to work with one. Using the seller's agent leads to problems because that agent has divided interests. Consider these reasons to use your agent when buying a home....
Preparing for your real estate closing
Purchasing a home can be an exciting process in Rhode Island. You’ve found a home that fits your budget and you and the seller have agreed upon a price. Now you have to set a closing date. This is the final step in taking possession of your new home. The information...
Real estate closing essentials in Rhode Island
While it might be tempting to take shortcuts wherever possible in the intricate process of closing a real estate deal, the cost may outweigh the benefits. It often pays off to have a thorough approach to a real estate closing in Rhode Island. Don't try to rush the...
Employers can prepare to help workers struck by cardiac arrests
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires employers to prepare for workplace medical emergencies. The specific rules regarding workplace first aid supplies varies by industry, but most employers in Rhode Island need supplies and trained first aid...
Credit scores and mortgage applications
Finding the home you want in Rhode Island isn't necessarily easy. For many people, one of the biggest roadblocks to buying the home they want is their credit score. Banks use a person's credit score as one of the determining factors in whether or not to grant a...
Important legal considerations for home buyers in Rhode Island
The decision to purchase a new home may involve the greatest financial investment of your life. The purchase of a new home in Rhode Island may bring you contentment and peace of mind, but only if you carefully consider the complex legal requirements required during...
Thousands of workers suffer eye injuries every day
Figures from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health reveal that about 2,000 workers in Rhode Island and around the country suffer eye injuries that require medical treatment each day. These injuries are usually caused by foreign objects that get...
Are real estate derivatives right for me?
Real estate derivatives offer many benefits to investors in Rhode Island, but what are they? Essentially, they allow investors to reduce their initial capital commitment while also sheltering real estate portfolios. Derivatives are a desirable investment portfolio...
Insights for real estate rental investors
Putting funds into real estate reflects a traditional investment strategy many people in Rhode Island prefer. Some choose to purchase a house and perform equity-improving renovations before selling. Others may explore options for receiving rental income. A...