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         <title>What is the Condition of the Real Estate Market in RI?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Not unlike any other state, Rhode Island real estate has been in a state of frenzy. Prices of homes and condominiums have risen dramatically. Last year the median price of a home was $225,000 and now it is at $259.000 and condominiums are in the range of $189,000 to over $300,000. The median is a typical market price where half of the homes sold for more and half sold for less. Prices in the Rhode Island area had not had a rise that significant since 1980. <br /><br />Last year, Rhode Island had the third highest rate of appreciation when compared to all other states, with a 97.6 appreciation rate over the last five years. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <title>Major Real Estate Markets in Rhode Island</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Making the decision of which area you want to live in can often be the most crucial and the most difficult. All areas of Rhode Island offer something unique that gives them identity and value. One community may be desirable because of its easy access to downtown employment while another may be desirable because of its recreational opportunities and the cost of living. <br /><br />The following are some of the communities in Rhode Island, their attributes and median home prices: <br /><br />&bull; Providence - MSN named Providence has one of its top ten places in America to live. It has been called the &ldquo;most improved city&rdquo; in the nation. Providence has been named among the top 50 places in the country for business and careers. Providence has the highest number of skilled workers per square mile of any state and prime development site. Providence provides quite a diversity of home styles from Federal, Italian Renaissance, Queen Anne, Colonial, and Georgian Revival to the up to date homes with white picket fences and swimming pools. There are also cottages, bungalows, townhouses, and condominiums available in Providence. Many downtown factories are converting lofts into living spaces. Explore several neighborhoods to match your housing tastes with affordable prices. In some areas, high demand limits bargaining, and homes sell within days or even hours, close to asking prices. The median price of a home in Providence last year was $191,000. <br />&bull; North Providence &ndash; North Providence is the closest city to Providence and many people desire to live there because of the jobs, nightlife, restaurants, and shopping available. In North Providence you have the advantage of living in a suburb outside of Providence and still having easy access to Providence. The median price of a home in North Providence last year was $246,050. <br />&bull; Newport &ndash; Newport offers a diverse market ranging from condominiums in the Fifth Ward, cottages on Bellevue Avenue, multi-family homes off Broadway, to estates on Ocean Road. The real estate market has been quite strong in Newport in all types and prices of properties. Newport has a rich history that extends back more than three centuries. The total land area of Newport is only 11 square miles with 3.3 of that area being inland water area. However, Newport has fit a lot into that area, from the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Gilded Age Mansions, nightlife, jazz festivals, restaurants, shopping, and <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/boating/">boating</a>. The median price of a home last year in Newport was $425,000. <br />&bull; Middletown &ndash; Located on historic Aquidneck Island, Middletown gets its name because it is between Newport and Portsmouth. Middletown is surrounded by the Narragansett Bay, Sakonnet River, and the Rhode Island Sound. If you are looking for an area for industrial development, Middletown has excellent land available, some of which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. Middletown is a seaside community with the advantage of having easy access to the larger cities. Home to the Second and Third Beaches, Sachuest Point Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Norman Bird Sanctuary, this is a typical New England community full of <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/boating/">boating</a>, surfing, and fishing opportunities. Homes have been coming down in price but sell very quickly because it is a great opportunity to own a home by the water. The median price of a home in Middletown last yar was $342,500. <br />&bull; Portsmouth &ndash; Portsmouth is the largest town on Aquidneck Island, just four miles north of Newport and 22 miles east of Providence. Portsmouth is a community of highly skilled and educated citizens. Probably because of its 56 miles of shoreline, Portsmouth has been called one of the most beautiful towns in New England. Portsmouth is home to many marinas, golf courses, and antique shops. The median price of a home in Portsmouth last year was $280,000. <br />&bull; Warwick &ndash; Warwick is the second largest city in Rhode Island and is made up of over 30 villages. Warwick offers many recreational opportunities such as historic walking tours, parks, golf, annual festivals, salt water beaches, lighthouses, marinas, and the state&rsquo;s two largest shopping malls. There are also many educational and cultural opportunities in Warwick. The median price of a home in Warwick last year was $234,000. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <title>Finding Real Estate in Rhode Island</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<div><font size="2">There are several avenues available for finding your dream home in Rhode Island. There are a great number of Internet websites available which allow you to view homes that are currently available on the market. </font></div>
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<div><font size="2">It is important that you find a reputable real estate agent with whom you feel comfortable and can develop a sense of trust. The market is in a state of constant change with properties selling quickly and new properties becoming available all the time. A real estate agent can help you to stay on top of the market.</font></div>
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<div><font size="2">The Newport Chamber of Commerce has lists of many reputable agencies in the state of Rhode Island. Visit their office at 45 Valley Road in Middletown, Rhode Island, call them at 401-847-1600 or view lists of agents on their website at </font><a href="http://www.newportchamber.com/"><font size="2">www.newportchamber.com</font></a><font size="2">. You can visit </font><a href="http://www.providencechamber.com/"><font size="2">www.providencechamber.com</font></a><font size="2"> or call 401-521-5000 for information on the Chamber of Commerce for Providence and surrounding areas.</font></div>
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<div><font size="2">The Providence Journal is another avenue for finding prime real estate. This is a statewide daily newspaper. </font></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Rhode Island Hotels and Accommodations Overview</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you are planning a business convention, family vacation, or romantic getaway, Rhode Island is a popular vacation destination any time of the year. <br /><br />Whether you are interested in a full-service resort hotel, national chain hotel, European style inn, or a cozy bed and breakfast, you will find plenty of wonderful choices in Rhode Island. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <title>Newport Lodging</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<div>Be aware that most properties in Newport, Rhode Island do not accept reservations for Saturday night only. You can take a chance on a Friday night or Saturday morning and check for last minute cancellations. <br /><br />The rates in Newport are very much seasonal, winter rates are often half those of summer. &ldquo;In season&rdquo; in Newport runs from around May 15th to October 15th. You can usually get discounted rates Sundays through Thursdays. During that time period you can expect to pay the following rates per night for lodging in Newport: <br /><br />&bull; Full-service hotels - $265 - $339 <br />&bull; Limited-service hotels - $149 - $209 <br />&bull; Bed and Breakfast - $120 - $485 (average B&amp;B is $175) <br />&bull; Inns - $120 - $485 </div>
<div><br />Full-service hotels: <br />&bull; Castle Hill Inn &amp; Resort &ndash; Located on a forty-acre peninsula at the west end of Newport&rsquo;s Ocean Drive. Castle Hill was originally built as a summerhouse for the renowned scientist and explorer, Alexander Agassiz, in 1874. This extraordinary private oceanfront resort not only offers rooms in the restored Agassiz Mansion, but also has private harbor houses, beach houses, cottages, and a private Swiss-style chalet with an adjoining terrace. Located on the property are the Castle House lighthouse and a secluded private beach. The Inn offers beautiful wedding ceremonies and receptions with a view of the Narragansett Bay, Newport Bridge, and Atlantic Ocean. Among the many amenities of the Castle Hill Inn &amp; Resort are patio dining, Adirondack chairs on the lawn, landscaped gardens, hot tub, whirlpool, fireplace, and complementary breakfast. Staying at the Castle Hill Inn &amp; Resort may be pricey at the rate of $275 - $495 a night, but oh what an experience! <br />&bull; Vanderbilt Hall Hotel &ndash; Located in the Historic Hill District, this five star Georgian Revival mansion was given to the people of Newport, Rhode Island as a gift from the Vanderbilt family in 1909. It was originally the Newport Men&rsquo;s Social Club before being converted into a 51 room hotel. Each room is designed using a mix of themes and styles featuring down comforters and Egyptian cotton liners. Terry cloth robes and English toiletries are provided. The Vanderbilt features a glass conservatory, flower garden patio, wood burning fireplace, and a relaxing hall with overstuffed seating for your comfort after a long day of sightseeing in Newport. The Vanderbilt also offers a heated indoor pool, whirlpool, steam room, sauna fitness area, and massages. During off season rates run from $129 to $449 and $289 to $609 during in season. <br />&bull; The Viking &ndash; Located at the north end of the &ldquo;avenue of mansions,&rdquo; this three and a half star hotel opened in 1926 but was renovated in 2003. This Viking is a boutique hotel that has been recognized among the prestigious Historic hotels of America. There are 222 guest rooms and suites that have been restored with classic Queen Anne and Chippendale style furnishings. While you will have the feel of heritage and privilege staying at the Viking, you also can enjoy the up to date amenities of television, movies in-room, high speed Internet access with data port, and voicemail. Room rates start at $109. <br />&bull; Hyatt Regency Newport &ndash; Located on the tip of Goat Island, this four star hotel offers the most magnificent views of the Newport Harbor and the Narragansett Bay. The Hyatt Regency is a five minute walk from downtown Newport where you will find the most charming shops, historic attractions, bistros, restaurants, mansions, and yachts. The guest rooms are furnished with polished wood furnishings, one king or two double Grand Beds with pillow-top mattresses and ultra-plush pillows, down blankets, Portico bath products, wireless Internet access, on-demand programming, and the daily newspaper delivered to your door. Room rates start at $129. </div>
<div><br />Limited-Service Inns: <br />&bull; America&rsquo;s Cup Inn &ndash; Located on historic Thames Street, this two and a half star, four story hotel features Colonial style furnishing and suites with fully equipped kitchens. The America&rsquo;s Cup Inn is one block from the Newport Harbor and Bowen&rsquo;s Wharf. On Thames Street you will find cobblestones and gaslights, restaurants, night clubs, shops, and antique stores all within walking distance. A daily breakfast buffet is provided along with wireless Internet access in the hotel, but not in the individual rooms. Rates are from $129 to $385. <br />&bull; Mill Street Inn &ndash; Located in the center of Newport&rsquo;s Historic Hill neighborhood, the Mill Street Inn is a small all-suite inn that was converted from an old saw mill dating from 1815. The inn has been restored and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Mill Street Inn is within walking distance of the Newport Harbor, International Tennis Hall of Fame, Trinity Church and Old Stone Mill, Bellevue Avenue Mansions, and the Cliff Walk. There are fabulous restaurants and shops a short walk away and the hotel offers a continental breakfast. Other amenities are free parking, high speed Internet access, afternoon treats and teas, and a daily newspaper. Rates start at $135.00 </div>
<div><br />Bed and Breakfast: <br />&bull; The Captain Preston House Bed &amp; Breakfast &ndash; Located in the heart of downtown Newport you will be within walking distance to all area attractions, wonderful shops and restaurants. The rooms are decorated with antiques, have fireplaces, air conditioning, and private baths. You will be served a hearty breakfast. The average room rate is $220.00 <br />&bull; The Weatherly Cottage &ndash; Located at the southern end of Newport, this cozy cottage offers a relaxed atmosphere in the garden or on the deck. A full breakfast is served. <br />&bull; The Ivy Lodge &ndash; Located in the mansion district and just minutes from the Cliff Walk. The Ivy Lodge is a Victorian style B&amp;B with a 33 foot gothic entrance, wraparound porch, whirlpool tubs, and fireplaces. A full gourmet breakfast is served each morning. The average room rate is $149.00. <br /></div>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>Providence mixes old world charm with modern sophistication. The city offers a variety of accommodations in all price ranges. </div>
<div><br />Full-service hotels: <br />&bull; Hotel Providence &ndash; Located in downtown Providence in the heart of the Arts and Entertainment District. This hotel is within walking distance to theatres, shopping, and the convention center. The hotel offers pillow top beds, terry cloth robes, high speed Internet, voicemail, in-room safes, and four complimentary daily newspapers. Rates run from $159 to $849 a night. <br />&bull; The Westin Providence &ndash; Located downtown, the hotel connects by skyways to the Providence Place mall and the convention center. Rooms come with the Heavenly Bed sheets, pillows, and mattresses. There are onsite dining facilities, an indoor pool and workout room. Said to easily be the city&rsquo;s best hotel by Frommer&rsquo;s review. Rates start at $169 a night. <br />&bull; Radisson &ndash; Located eight miles from Providence&rsquo;s TF Green Airport and overlooking the scenic harbor. This AAA Three-Diamond hotel offers free parking, complementary shuttling, onsite dining, voicemail, dataports, and cable television. Rates start at $129 a night. </div>
<div><br />Bed and Breakfast: <br />&bull; Jacob Hill Farm Bed and Breakfast Inn &ndash; Awarded the AAA Four Diamond Award for five consecutive years and the ZAGAT 2006 Top U.S. Hotels, Resorts &amp; Spas award. Features luxurious lodging with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. There is a billiard room with a large <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/home-theater/plasma-tvs/">plasma television</a>, a meeting room, high speed Internet access, and an award winning breakfast. Rates run from $179 to $325. <br />&bull; Christopher Dodge House &ndash; Located within walking distance of Brown University, downtown Providence, Providence Place Mall, and the Convention Center. The house is a three story Italianate mansion featuring 11 foot ceilings, ornate plaster moldings, and marble fireplaces. Rooms are supplied with bathrobes, data ports, BBQ grill, fireplaces, and cable television. Rates run from $130 to $200. <br />&bull; C C Ledbetter &ndash; Located on historic Benefit Street directly across from the John Brown House. The rooms are furnished with handmade quilts, Dhurrie rugs, Delft tiles, paintings, and lithographs. Breakfast, gourmet <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/coffee/">coffee</a>s, and teas are included in the rates of $95 - $115. <br /></div>]]></description>
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         <title>Rhode Island Overview</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Can you imagine driving from one end of a state to the other in just 45 minutes? In the state of Rhode Island, which is the smallest state in the United States, it is possible to drive through the entire state in 45 minutes. With an area of just 1,214 square miles, its distance north to south is 48 miles and 37 miles east to west. However, it offers over 400 miles of coastline with the heart of Rhode Island being the beautiful Narragansett Bay. Rhode Island is bordered on the north and east by <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/massachusetts/">Massachusetts</a>, on the west by Connecticut, and the magnificent Atlantic Ocean is on the south. <br /><br />It may be the smallest state but it has the longest official name which is Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. Rhode Island is part of the New England region and was the first of the 13 original American colonies to declare independence from Great Britain. It was the last of the 13 colonies to become a state, doing so only after being threatened that its exports would be taxed as a foreign nation. Rhode Island was heavily involved in slave trade during the post-revolution area, but in 1774 was the first state to pass laws against slavery. <br /><br />The capital of Rhode Island is Providence. The Democratic Party has dominated the local politics since the great depression and consistently votes democratic in presidential elections. The state nickname for Rhode Island is the ocean state. The state bird is the Rhode Island Red Hen, and the state flower is the violet. <br /><br />Rhode Island is one of the sailing capitals of the world. It is considered an outdoor lover&rsquo;s paradise in the summertime with more than 100 beautiful beaches, fresh and saltwater fishing, old fashioned clambakes, surfing, and music festivals. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <title>Economy</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Rhode Island&rsquo;s largest industry is health services. Hospitals and personal care services are the largest employers in the state. Amgen, one of the more prominent biopharmaceutical companies worldwide, has invested over $1.5 billion in Rhode Island and employs more than 1,300 people. <br /><br />Tourism is the second largest and fastest growing industry in Rhode Island. Visitors to Rhode Island contribute over two million dollars to travel and tourism annually. Tourism provides over 39,000 jobs in the state of Rhode Island. <br /><br />Known as the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution, manufacturing is the third largest industry. The state&rsquo;s first mill was set up in the city of Pawtucket, in 1790. At one time, Rhode Island was one of the leaders in the textile industry but that has changed in recent years. Many of the abandoned textile factories have been converted into offices, housing for artist, and housing for the elderly. Rhode Island is a manufacturer of jewelry, fabricated metal products, electric equipment, machinery, shipbuilding and boatbuilding. Rhode Island is home to the headquarters of CVS, Hasbro, and Tiffany&rsquo;s. <br /><br />Farming contributes $100 million a year to the economy of Rhode Island and provides high quality home grown produce to the local consumers. Commercial fishing is a big business in Rhode Island generating more than $3 billion in related economic activities a year. <br /><br />The Naval War College and Naval Undersea Warfare Center is located in Newport and Middletown, Rhode Island. These facilities bring many jobs to private engineering and research facilities in the area. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Rhode Island has a unique culture that is even different from the other New England states. The accent with which Rhode Islanders speak has been compared to a cross between New York and Boston accents. There are a large percentage of Italian and Portuguese residents which contributes to the excellent specialty restaurants in the state. Because of the Italian, Irish, and French Canadian influences in Rhode Island, the state has the highest percentage of people of the Catholic faith in the nation. <br /><br />People from Rhode Island are fascinated with <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/coffee/">coffee</a> and have a <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/coffee/">coffee</a> shop on almost every corner. <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/coffee/">Coffee</a> ice cream is a top seller in Rhode Island and the official state drink is <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/coffee/">coffee</a> milk. <br /><br />The state was known for their organized crime activity from the 1950s to the 1990s. The Patriarca crime family&rsquo;s headquarters were located in the city of Providence. Organized crime has significantly diminished in the last 20 years but Rhode Island&rsquo;s residents still suffer from the stigma of the organized crime activity that was a part of their state for decades. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>The location of Rhode Island on the New England coastline brings cold temperatures and precipitation mostly in the form of rain to the state. The Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic Ocean also play a part in determining the weather in Rhode Island. <br /><br />The average temperature is around 50 degrees. January and February are the coldest months of the year with temperatures averaging a mere 29 degrees. July and August are the warmest months with temperatures close to 72 degrees. However, the sea breezes help to cool down those hot summer days. Late November until the end of March often bring freezing temperatures and both rain and snow. 42 inches for both rain and snow is the average, but it can vary from 25 to 65 inches. It is normal to see a thunderstorm from May to August and an occasional hurricane watch. <br /></p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Located in the southeastern corner of New England, Rhode Island consists of 39 cities and towns and five counties. Rhode Island offers it all, urban areas such as Providence, suburbs such as Portsmouth, seaside communities such as Newport, and many rural areas. <br /><br />The following is a brief look at some of the cities and towns in Rhode Island: <br /><br />&bull; Providence &ndash; The third largest city in New England, Providence was founded in 1635 by Roger Williams as a refuge from the Puritans of <a href="http://beginnersguide.com/massachusetts/">Massachusetts</a> Bay Colony. Providence, the capital of Rhode Island, is home to Brown University, the Rhode Island School of Design, and Johnson and Wales University Culinary Institute. Providence is well known for its historic and cultural attractions such as the Mile of History, Federal Hill, and Little Italy. <br />&bull; Newport &ndash; Located thirty miles south of Providence, Newport is called the City by the Bay. The city was founded in 1639 as a commercial seaport. Many colonial landmarks have been preserved and you will find Newport still has a colonial feel to it. With a hundred years of America&rsquo;s Cup yacht racing taking place in Newport, it has become known as the Sailing Capital of America. You will find beautiful beaches, waterfront shops, restaurants, and activities in Newport. The country&rsquo;s leading socialites summered in Newport at one time. Many of those summer cottages are open for public touring as well as many of the Gilded Age mansions which were at one time home to the likes of the Vanderbilt&rsquo;s and the Astor&rsquo;s. Newport has year-round festivals such as the Jazz Festival, and Harvest-by-the-Sea. Newport is also home to the International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum where some of the greatest tennis players of all times have played and are enshrined. <br />&bull; Bristol - A beautiful waterfront town surrounded by Mount Hope Bay and the Narragansett Bay. Bristol is known as the most patriotic town in American because of its huge Fourth of July celebration each year. Bristol is home to several museums, such as the America&rsquo;s Cup Hall of Fame, Bristol Art Museum, and the Herreshoff Marine Museum. The many seaside bistros, restaurants, and shops in Bristol bring countless tourists each year. <br />&bull; Warwick &ndash; Centrally located, Warwick is the second largest city in Rhode Island. The city is comprised of 30 villages and has 39 miles of beautiful coastline with several beaches and two historic lighthouses. The streets are lined with historic homes, restaurants, and shops galore. There are historic walking tours and an annual month long celebration called Gaspee Days in which there is a recreation of the Rhode Island patriots capturing the H.M.S. Gaspee. <br /></p>]]></description>
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