Rhode Island’s 2026 first-time home buyer programs, explained simply—AnchorHome, Extra Assistance, the 15kDPA, and FirstGenHomeRI, with who qualifies.
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Homes By Connect at 5 Years: Recognition, Reflection, and Community Impact
As Homes By Connect marks five years, recent recognition for Katy Donovan highlights the brokerage’s values of connection, collaboration, and community impact.






