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Two federal judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Isla

Two federal judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island ruled Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the government shutdown, providing a temporary lifeline for millions of Americans who rely on the benefits.

The nearly simultaneous rulings came one day before the U.S. Department of Agriculture was set to freeze payments, saying it had run out of money to support the $8 billion-per-month program. SNAP serves roughly one in eight Americans and is the nation’s largest food assistance program.

In Providence, U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell ordered the administration to use contingency funds “as soon as possible” to pay for November benefits and maintain existing work-requirement waivers for older adults and veterans. Meanwhile, in Boston, U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani called the suspension of benefits “unlawful” and directed officials to report by Monday whether they would fully or partially fund the program using both emergency and available funds.

The rulings followed lawsuits from 25 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia, which argued that the administration had a legal duty to use available contingency funds—about $5 billion—to keep SNAP operating. Federal officials claimed those funds could only be used for natural disasters, not during a funding lapse.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Friday that the emergency funds wouldn’t cover the program for long, blaming Democrats for prolonging the shutdown. “It doesn’t even cover half of what’s needed for November SNAP,” she said.

It remains unclear how quickly benefits can be restored, but the decisions prevent an immediate lapse that would have affected more than 42 million Americans. The Justice Department has not yet said whether it will appeal.

Median home prices climbed more than 10% year-over

Median home prices climbed more than 10% year-over-year in September, inventory ticked higher, and early signs suggest the seller’s-market grip may be loosening across the Ocean State.

Prices hold strong Redfin reports Rhode Island’s median sale price hit $569,700 in September 2025, up 10.8% year-over-year. Newport posted the biggest metro gain (+80.5%), underscoring fierce demand in coastal areas.

Inventory and competition Supply is inching up: 3,522 homes were for sale in September (+10.1% YoY). Even so, months of supply sits at 2.0, still a tight market. Bidding wars cooled: about 41.7% of homes sold above asking (down 7.7 pts YoY), giving buyers a bit more negotiating room.

What’s shifting — and what isn’t Earlier reads from the Real Estate Institute of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® (RIAR) noted the supply–demand imbalance is less extreme than earlier this year. In Q1 2025, RIAR recorded a $465,000 median (up 5.7% YoY) while single-family sales volume slipped slightly. Translation: pricing power remains, but momentum is moderating.

What it means for you
* Sellers: Prices are your ally, but overpricing or waiting too long can backfire as urgency cools. Price to today’s comps and prep to stand out.
* Buyers: Still competitive, but you may get more time for tours, contingencies, and value plays—especially off-coast or outside headline ZIPs.
* Investors: Coastal demand (hello, Newport) stays elevated. As dynamics shift, consider furnished rentals, small multifamily, or value-add strategies.

Bottom line Rhode Island remains seller-favorable, but the window of extreme competition is narrowing. Smart timing, realistic pricing, and clear strategy will matter more in late 2025.

Let’s plan your next move @thedowdteam is tracking these shifts in real time—so you can list, buy, or invest with confidence.

Contact @connorhdowd at Keller Williams Realty for a complimentary consult and local market analysis.
(401) 864-4488 | Connor@DowdTeam.com | Connor.DowdTeam.com

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