Author: Jb Buys Houses

The Hidden Costs of Owning Vacant Land In Rhode Island

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Vacant land can be a truly rewarding investment. Vacant land can also have hidden costs; maybe right away, maybe in the long run. There are annual taxes and potentially property owner’s association fees to consider, not as many tax benefits, cash flow, and property maintenance issues, and market conditions to consider. Call JB Jacksons Solutions … Continued

Are Rhode Island Rent-to-Own Homes a Scam?

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If you’ve spent time driving around Rhode Island or browsing Craigslist or other sites, you may have seen advertisements that read, “Own a home for $500/month. No credit check!” While it seems too good to be true, local rent-to-own homes are a viable option that many Rhode Island residents are taking advantage of. But… Are Rhode Island Rent-to-Own … Continued

How Do Rent To Own Homes Work In Rhode Island?

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One of the first questions we get from potential tenant buyers of our local Rhode Island rent to own homes / lease option homes is “how do rent to own homes work in Rhode Island?” With a flooded real estate market, especially since the bubble burst of the mid-2000’s, rent-to-own homes have become a popular option … Continued

What To Do With Your Unwanted Inherited Property In Rhode Island

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A very popular item that is inherited and frequently unwanted is real estate property. When family members or close friends pass on, they will their property holdings to their next of kin or people who meant a lot to them. This leaves you, the recipient, responsible for property upkeep, possible landlord duties, property taxes and … Continued