Whether you rent an apartment, have a mortgage on your home, or have been living openly on an otherwise unused piece of land, you have certain property rights under federal and state laws. Welcome to FindLaw's section covering the property and real estate laws of Rhode Island, with legalese-free explanations of the laws that affect where and how you live. Included in this section is an article explaining the various rights and responsibilities of parties to a lease or rental agreement; a listing of tenant rights laws; an overview of homestead protection laws; and much more. Click on a link below to learn more about Rhode Island's property and real estate laws.
