Lori Gardiner - RE / MAX River's Edge

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Lori Gardiner - RE / MAX River's Edge

My goal is to provide quality Real Estate services to both buyers & sellers. I look forward to working with you.

I do my best to make sure that your transaction is closed in the least amount of time and with the upmost care and professionalism.

10/08/2026

After enough showings, “I love this house” can quietly turn into “I just want to be done looking.” 🏡

House hunting can be exciting—but it can also become exhausting.

After comparing enough kitchens, neighborhoods, layouts, prices, and compromises, it’s easy for everything to start blending together. That’s when decision fatigue can creep in.

Before making an offer, go back to the priorities you had at the beginning of your search.

Does this home meet your important needs? Are the compromises things you can realistically live with? Or are you overlooking something that mattered to you simply because you’re tired of searching?

Remember: compromising and settling aren’t the same thing.

Very few homes will check every box. The goal is to recognize which things you’re comfortable giving up—and which ones you may regret compromising on later.

Swipe through for a few ways to keep your priorities clear when house hunting starts to feel overwhelming.

And when everything starts blending together, I’ll help you step back, compare your options, and keep the bigger picture in focus.

10/07/2026

Enjoy peaceful, living in this beautifully furnished two bed, one and a half bath townhouse, situated directly along the scenic Kickemuit River. Perfectly designed for effortless, Turkey, living, this moving Reddy home features essential air throughout and a bright open concept main level connecting the kitchen, dining area, and comfortable living room that opens to a private patio. The updated kitchen comes complete with sleek granite countertops, a tile backsplash and newer appliances. Upstairs you’ll find Walter carpeting and two large bedrooms, including a private suite boasting soaring cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private balcony. A spacious second bedroom, convenient laundry room with washer/dryer, utilities, and built-in shelving complete the home. A short drive brings you to downtown Warren to enjoy local restaurants, shopping, spas, library, East Bay bikepath, and the Warrentown Beach. .
Contact me to schedule a private showing.🏠🔑

10/01/2026

Selling your home this fall? Go ahead and bring out the pumpkins… just don’t let them take over. 🎃🏡

Fall décor can make a home feel warm, welcoming, and cozy—which can be a great feeling to create during a showing.

But when you’re selling, a little restraint goes a long way.

Too much seasonal décor can make rooms feel smaller, cover up features buyers should be noticing, clutter listing photos, or make it harder for someone to picture the home as their own.

Think simple and intentional: a few pumpkins on the porch, a seasonal wreath, warm textures, or subtle autumn touches throughout the home.

You don’t have to strip away all of your personality. The goal is simply to make sure buyers remember your home—not your decorations.

🍂 Selling this season? I’ll help you prepare and present your home so its best features stay front and center.

09/25/2026

🎊 CONGRATULATIONS to my amazing clients on their closing today. Finding the perfect home for a growing family is always a unique journey, and after more than two years of searching, we found the one. I am honored to have walked alongside you during this transition and wish your family a future filled with love, comfort, and happiness. ❤ 🏠 🔑

09/24/2026

There’s something about house hunting in the fall that buyers can use to their advantage. 🍂🏡

A home can look very different on a crisp October afternoon than it did during the bright, dry days of summer—and that can give you another perspective on the property.

Changing daylight, cooler temperatures, falling leaves, and autumn rain may draw your attention to details you hadn’t considered before.

How does the natural light feel? Where does rainwater travel? Are there large trees or branches near the house? What will that driveway or walkway be like once winter arrives?

You’re not there to diagnose problems yourself. You’re simply paying attention, asking questions, and thinking about what it would actually be like to own and maintain the home through all four seasons.

Because here in Rhode Island, you’re not just buying the home you see on showing day—you’re buying its winters, springs, summers, and falls too.

Swipe through for a few things worth noticing during your fall showings.

Thinking about buying? I’ll help you know what to look for, what questions to ask, and when it’s worth getting a professional opinion.

09/22/2026

🏠Fully furnished Rental
📍511 Child St ~ Unit 605 ~ Warren, RI
Enjoy peaceful living in this beautifully fully furnished 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhouse situated directly along the scenic Kickemuit River in Warren, RI.
📲 Contact me for a private showing!
https://portal.onehome.com/en-US/share/1208686q06930

09/14/2026

💥PENDING! I couldn't be happier for my wonderful clients and their growing family moving to this spacious home with a beautiful yard!🏠❤

09/10/2026

You toured the kitchen, checked the bedrooms, opened the closets… but did you actually tour the property? 🏡

When you find a house you love, it’s easy to focus on what’s inside. But the yard, sunlight, trees, drainage, privacy, and surroundings are all part of what you’re buying, too.

Before leaving a showing, take a few extra minutes to walk the property. Notice where the sun hits, how the land slopes, large trees near the home, neighboring properties, road noise, and how private the outdoor space feels.

You’re not expected to spot or diagnose every potential issue. The goal is to notice, ask questions, and think about how the entire property fits your lifestyle.

Because you’re not just choosing a house—you’re choosing the place you’ll call home.

Thinking about buying? I’ll help you look beyond the front door and consider the whole picture before making your move.

09/03/2026

The price of the home is only part of what it costs to own it. 🏡

When you’re house hunting—especially for the first time—it’s easy to focus on two numbers: the listing price and the estimated mortgage payment.

But neither tells you the whole story.

Property taxes, homeowners insurance, utilities, routine maintenance, and future repairs all become part of your cost of living once the keys are yours. And those expenses can look very different from one property to another—even when the homes have similar price tags.

That’s especially important here in Rhode Island and New England, where things like heating costs, the age of a home, property taxes, yard maintenance, and seasonal upkeep can make a meaningful difference in your overall budget.

So when you’re comparing two homes, don’t just ask:

“Can I afford to buy this house?”

Ask:

“Can I comfortably afford to LIVE in this house?”

Because homeownership should leave room in your budget for groceries, vacations, savings, emergencies, and simply enjoying your life—not just paying for the house.

Swipe through for some of the costs worth considering before deciding what “affordable” really means for you.

Not sure how to look at the bigger picture when you’re house hunting? I’ll help you ask the right questions and find a home that makes sense for your lifestyle, priorities, and budget—not just your preapproval.

08/27/2026

Thinking about selling this fall? There’s something you may want to do before summer disappears. 📸

Take the photos.

Right now, your lawn may still be green, gardens are full, trees have their leaves, and patios, decks, pools, and other outdoor spaces are showing exactly how they’re meant to be enjoyed.

A few weeks from now, your home could tell a very different seasonal story.

That doesn’t mean fall isn’t a beautiful time to sell—it absolutely can be. But if your property has outdoor features that shine during the warmer months, documenting them now can give you more options when it’s time to market your home.

Strong listing photography isn’t just about showing what a property looks like on one particular day. It’s about helping buyers understand everything the home has to offer.

And in Rhode Island, where we experience four very different seasons, having quality photos that showcase features buyers may not fully appreciate once the weather changes can be especially helpful.

So if selling this fall is even on your radar, don’t wait until the leaves are gone to start thinking about how your home will be presented.

A little preparation now can give you a stronger marketing toolkit later.

Thinking about making a move? Let’s talk about what you can start doing now to get your home—and your marketing strategy—ready for the season ahead.

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Bristol, RI
02809

Website

http://www.lorigardiner.remax-newengland.com/

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