Rhode Island law requires an employer to withhold taxes, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, and more from an employee’s compensation. If sales associates are independent contractors, no withholding applies. Rhode Island law presumes that all working real estate licensees are employees unless: The sales associate and the
June 27, 2017 We're officially almost one week into summer and things are definitely looking brighter. At least we've been seeing some sun mixed in with the clouds! All the rain we've had doesn’t seem to have dampened anyone’s enthusiasm about homeownership. Last month was the busiest May on record since the Association began keeping monthly
Brokers and Managers: Who is responsible for paying for fees and advertising costs in your office? Who holds the copyright to photos, videos, etc.? What prevents a salesperson from taking clients and listings when leaving your office? Do you have safety procedures to protect your licensees? How about a social media policy to protect your
How much do you know about solar energy? RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center now offers a new four-class CEU Solar Series where you can learn the basics about solar energy to better represent your clients. Residential, solar-powered homes are becoming more popular every day so be prepared. Sign up for our new
The Office of Water Resources has launched two new online services allowing members of the public to view and print certain onsite wastewater treatment system (OWTS) records from the RIDEM website. These new features eliminate the need for customers to visit the Providence office in person to access these records. OWTS records that are now available
The RI REALTORS® Candidate Training Academy can give you the information you need to make a sound decision about making the leap, and the insight you will need to run a successful campaign if you decide to move forward. You will learn from nationally renowned campaign specialists and local legislative leaders in this dynamic, full-day program. Whether
When you attend an association meeting, do you leave feeling energized and or frustrated? Was the meeting organized or a hot mess? Did the chair discuss everyone's ideas or only his or her own? Part of becoming a leader is knowing how to chair a meeting - whether it's a local or state association committee or board meeting - which accomplishes goals and
More than ever before, real estate offers new opportunities and challenges every day. State-Wide Multiple Listing Service is seeking leaders who acknowledge these challenges and embrace these opportunities to help shape the future our organization. The MLS Nominating Committee invites you to consider becoming a candidate for the State-Wide MLS Board of
Tell them about pre-license courses at the RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center. Not only is the RI REALTORS® Professional Development Center the premier source of pre-license real estate education , it is the only source of real estate education in Rhode Island that offers a full complement of pre- and post-license courses. In other words,
June 1st marked the beginning of National Homeownership Month. RI REALTORS® is encouraging all REALTORS® to visit the National Association of REALTORS® Consumer Advocacy Outreach Program website here and share the latest news, stories and videos that inspire homeownership. Use the #MyHomeMyVoice hashtag when sharing your stories with clients on