RIRPAC_QuestionnairePlease complete this brief questionnaire to be considered for support from the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®. Candidates whose public policy positions align with our industry will be invited for interviews with the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC). Please email any questions to RealtorParty@rirpac.org Section 1: Campaign InformationFirst NameMiddle Name/InitialLast NameEmailPhone Number (For us to contact you if we have any questions.)Do you have campaign website address? If so, please provide the domain name. Yes NoCampaign Website AddressDo you have a campaign manager? If so, please indicate the person(s). Yes NoCampaign Manager NameWhich elected position are you running for? Please include District/Ward number if running for a legislative seat. How long have you lived in the district or community you are running for? Have you ever run for or held public office before? If so, please provide details: Office, District Number, Dates, etc. Why are you running for this seat? Section 2: Financial InformationWhat is your total campaign fundraising goal? How much money have you raised to date? What is the current balance of your campaign account? Who is your campaign treasurer? Section 3: Campaign PlanHow many votes do you need to win your race? What election methods are you currently utilizing to run an effective campaign? Please name any REALTORS® who actively support your candidacy. What are the political affiliations in the district/jurisdiction where you are running for office? (i.e. percentage of Democrats, Republicans, Independents, etc.) What is the percentage of homeowners that make up the constituency in the jurisdiction where you are running for office? Section 4: IssuesWhat will your top three legislative/policy priorities be? Rhode Island ranks near the bottom of national homeownership rates when compared to other states. What specific policies would you support/oppose to increase homeownership opportunities?What measures will you support/champion that reduce discrimination in housing?A real estate conveyance tax is imposed when real estate is transferred from one party to another. Would you oppose any attempt by elected officials to increase or create new Rhode Island’s real estate conveyance taxes? Yes NoRhode Island ranks 13th-highest in the nation for property taxes, according to WalletHub. Will you support efforts to ease the tax burden on property owners, and if yes, what policies and legislation will you support/champion to reduce this burden if elected. Yes NoRhode Island General Law permits prospective homebuyers a ten-day period to conduct inspections after a purchase and sales agreement is executed. Licensed home inspectors are required in accordance with their licensure requirements to examine elements of the home such as: Structural elements, such as the foundation, roof, and walls Electrical Systems, including outlets, switches, and circuit breakers Plumbing Systems, such as pipes, drains, and fixtures HVAC systems, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning Appliances, such as ovens, stoves, and refrigerators Would you oppose legislation that would force prospective homebuyers to hire additional contractors for inspections that are already performed by licensed home inspectors? Yes NoUnder what circumstances would you support a tax increase? Would you support taxing professional services such as real estate brokerage services? Yes NoApproximately 87 percent of REALTORS® nationally are classified as independent contractors, and in Rhode Island the percentage is higher. This classification is essential to the real estate industry, homeowners, and sellers and to boosting Rhode Island’s economy. The ability to work as an independent contractor for real estate agents is recognized and protected under state law. Would you oppose legislation that attempts to remove the independent contractor status for real estate agents in Rhode Island? Yes NoRhode Island ranks last nationally for new housing permits per capita. What measures would you support/champion that increase housing production if elected?Would you oppose legislation that would allow the State of Rhode Island and/or municipalities to impose rent control measures on homeowners? Yes NoHow would you balance the rights of homeowners and tenants?What is your position on regulating and taxing short-term rentals, i.e., Airbnb, HomeAway, etc.?Do you believe that the State of Rhode Island has done enough to address climate change while considering the fights of homeowners? Yes NoWhat measures can the State of Rhode Island take to address climate change, i.e., sea level rise, riverine flooding, etc.?Submit Form
