Property Ownership
The Rhode Island Homestead Act protects a portion of a homeowner's equity from:
AProperty tax assessments
BCertain creditor claims against the primary residence✓ Correct
CEminent domain takings
DZoning restrictions
Explanation
Rhode Island's homestead exemption protects a specified dollar amount of equity in an owner's primary residence from certain unsecured creditors. It does not protect against mortgage lenders or property tax liens.
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