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Westcott Properties

Westcott Properties

Westcott Properties is a contemporary real estate brokerage firm and market leader in residential and commercial real estate sales, leasing, and property management throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida. We are equipped with the expertise, tools, and vision necessary for success.

Founded in 1987, we quickly became the leading supplier of listing management services and sales for many of the nation’s largest corporations for residential and commercial clients. Westcott has maintained their prestigious reputation by providing unsurpassed marketing abilities, sales results, and customer experience.

Our firm epitomizes the modern agency, technologically focused, savvy, and progressive. We are succeeding in a rapidly evolving industry, improving, refining, and executing outstanding real estate marketing initiatives and by making the client experience our highest priority.

Blogs & Headlines

Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You

By Joy Riley | April 20, 2026

Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices. You may even stumble onto social media influencers saying we’re headed for a crash. Let’s get you the context you need. The truth is prices are going to vary depending on where... Read More

This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market

By Joy Riley | April 16, 2026

There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market. Some headlines make it sound like big Wall Street firms are buying up everything in sight. And if you’re trying to purchase a home yourself, that can make it feel like the odds are stacked against you. But when you... Read More

The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

By Joy Riley | April 14, 2026

While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast. Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market this year is:... Read More

Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

By Joy Riley | March 31, 2026

For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too. At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better. But here’s something you may have missed... Read More

3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers

By Joy Riley | March 26, 2026

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before. And trying to think of everything you need to do can feel like a lot. But here’s the key. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. And you don’t have to... Read More

The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It)

By Joy Riley | March 25, 2026

You may have seen headlines on social saying the number of buyers backing out of their contracts is on the rise – and has recently reached a high not seen since 2017. That can sound intimidating. But it varies a lot by market. And here’s the key thing to understand if you want to sell.... Read More

One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

By Joy Riley | March 24, 2026

Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash. So, let’s do exactly what your brain already wants to do, and see if there’s any connection there. The simple truth is foreclosure filings are rising. But... Read More

If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.

By Joy Riley | March 23, 2026

Online searches for “can’t sell house” just hit an all-time high according to Google Trends. So, if your house has been sitting on the market without any bites, you’re not the only one. But it’s also not the end of the road. Homes are selling every day, so you can turn this around. You just... Read More

Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

By Joy Riley | March 19, 2026

Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one. A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind of magic... Read More

Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.

By Joy Riley | March 10, 2026

Homeowners looking to sell usually want three things: plenty of interested buyers, strong offers, and a short timeline. Spring is the season that most often delivers all three. So, if a move has been on your mind this year, this is the window where momentum tends to work in your favor. Here’s what makes this... Read More

Are Home Prices Dropping? Here’s the Real Story.

By Joy Riley | March 6, 2026

You’ve probably seen posts on social media talking about how “home prices are falling.” And when you see something like that, it’s normal to wonder: Is this the start of a crash? What does this mean for my house? Let’s clear this up right away. This is not a crash. And your home is not... Read More

The Hidden Advantage Repeat Buyers Have Right Now

By Joy Riley | March 2, 2026

What if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next house? It may sound a little unrealistic. But for a number of homeowners, it’s actually doable. Nearly 3 in 10 homes purchased today are bought in cash, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). That’s far more than the pre-pandemic norm (see graph... Read More

Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)

By Joy Riley | March 2, 2026

Let’s be clear: selling your house is absolutely possible right now. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11k homes sell every day in this country. And the sellers who are making their moves happen all have one thing in common:they’ve adjusted their strategy to match today’s market. They’re realizing inventory has grown.... Read More

Renting vs. Buying: The Numbers Might Surprise You

By Joy Riley | March 2, 2026

Renting can feel like the easier choice right now. There’s no big down payment. No dealing with surprise repairs. And no long-term commitment. But then your rent goes up again. And again. And suddenly the thing that seemed flexible starts looking… expensive, especially considering you’re not building any equity. And once that happens, it’s easy... Read More

Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction

By Joy Riley | March 2, 2026

At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore. Maybe you need more space. Maybe working from home turned your dining room into a permanent office. Maybe the layout just doesn’t match how you live now. If your current house is starting to feel like it’s holding you back instead of supporting... Read More

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

By Joy Riley | February 5, 2026

For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real. According to Realtor.com and the Census, nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years. And the latest data shows as many as 15% of those older Americans are planning to retire in... Read More

Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026

By Joy Riley | January 30, 2026

Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have been holding their breath waiting for things to get better. The good news?... Read More

A Home Designed with Nature in Mind

By Joy Riley | August 11, 2025

Discover Your Lakeside Dream at 128 Vine Street, Coventry, RI Wrapped in cedar shingles and set against the tranquil waters of Johnsons Pond, this 2300+ square foot home boasts soaring pine-clad ceilings, exposed beams, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking water views from nearly every room. The thoughtful design creates a warm, intimate atmosphere while... Read More