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Rhode Island General Laws § 34-27-1. Both foreclosure state.

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Judicial Type

Both

Redemption

No statutory right of redemption after foreclosure. The sale

Deficiency

Lender may pursue deficiency after a non-judicial power of s

Mediation

No mandatory statewide program. Rhode Island Housing provide

Statute Citation

R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 34-27-1 to 34-27-8

Redemption Period

No statutory right of redemption after foreclosure. The sale is final under Rhode Island's statutory power of sale.

Deficiency Judgment Rule

Lender may pursue deficiency after a non-judicial power of sale. No statutory fair value limitation — the deficiency is debt minus the sale price. However, the court may reduce the deficiency in equity.

Notice Requirements

Notice of sale published once per week for 3 consecutive weeks. Notice mailed to borrower at least 30 days before sale (by certified mail, return receipt requested).

Mediation Program

No mandatory statewide program. Rhode Island Housing provides foreclosure prevention resources.

Key Provisions

  • Non-judicial power of sale is the standard; judicial alternative available
  • No statutory redemption period
  • Published and certified mail notice
  • No automatic fair value limitation

Homeowner Protections

  • Certified mail notice required
  • Borrower may challenge the sale for noncompliance with statutory procedures
  • Rhode Island Housing counseling resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What notice must the lender give in Rhode Island?+
The mortgagee must: (1) publish the notice of sale once per week for 3 consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the town where the property is located, and (2) mail the notice of sale by CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED to the borrower at least 30 days before the first publication. If the lender fails to comply strictly with these requirements, the foreclosure may be void. Demand proof of certified mailing — the return receipt (green card) is the best evidence.
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