MEREDA’s 2025 Forecast Conference & Member Showcase
Event Details Thursday, February 27th 9AM – 5PMHoliday Inn by the Bay, 88 Spring Street, Portland ME Join the movers and shakers of Maine’s real estate industry on February 27th...
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Nomination Deadline Extended for MEREDA’s 2024 Notable Project Awards
Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year, all of which embody MEREDA’s belief in responsible development. The nomination...
Read ArticleMEREDA’s Morning Menu – Introduction to Cost Segregation and Significant Tax Savings
January 30, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the...
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Listen Up! The December 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!
A Conversation with Greg Payne – Senior Advisor, Housing Policy The Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future Greg Payne, Senior Advisor on Housing Policy at The Governor’s Office...
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Maine Issues COVID-19 Guidance for Town Meetings
Throughout the pandemic, MEREDA members have navigated participating in various town public proceedings conducted virtually. Now, with the opening of municipal buildings and the need to accommodate municipal matters requiring...
Read ArticleMEREDA Virtual Event – Developing Now: Updates and Insight from Developers and Professionals in a COVID 19 Environment
Virtual EventTuesday, June 30, 20208:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members...
Read ArticleThe 2020 MEREDA Index: A Look at the 2019 Data and a Review of Current Conditions
On Thursday, June 4th, MEREDA unveiled its 2020 MEREDA Index, at a free-to-attend virtual event to discuss the 2019 data, and apply that knowledge to today’s constantly-shifting landscape and unpredictable future. ...
Read ArticleMEREDA Virtual Event – Legal and Practical Implications of Safely Operating Commercial and Residential Properties in the time of COVID 19
Virtual EventFriday, June 19, 20208:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members...
Read ArticleMEREDA Virtual Event – The 2020 MEREDA Index: A Discussion of the 2019 Data and a Review of Current Conditions
Virtual EventThursday, June 4, 20208:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members...
Read ArticleHow Commercial Lending, Appraisals and being a Landlord has Changed Amongst the Covid-19 crisis.
Virtual EventFriday, May 29, 20208:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members...
Read ArticleKeeping Members Informed
Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the coronavirus pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free virtual forums on relevant topics to help keep members informed. While these events are...
Read ArticleConstruction Businesses: Navigating State and Federal COVID-19 Workplace Safety Requirements
On April 28, Governor Mills released Restarting Maine’s Economy, which lays out a plan for re-opening non-essential businesses. Businesses that were previously deemed essential, including construction businesses, may continue operations...
Read ArticleLegislative Update from Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA)
While much has changed in the world in the past months, the MEREDA Public Policy Committee has continued to stay engaged on critical matters impacting our members. From ensuring a...
Read ArticleMEREDA Legislative Update
While much has changed in the world in the past months, the MEREDA Public Policy Committee has continued to stay engaged on critical matters impacting our members. From ensuring a...
Read ArticleReal Estate as an Essential Business – DECD Guidance and City of Portland Restrictions on Real Estate Activities
On April 15, 2020 the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) released new guidance related to the operations of real estate as an essential business during the COVID-19...
Read ArticlePandemic Leaves Landlords in a Difficult Position
by: Gary D. Vogel, Attorney, Drummond Woodsum, MEREDA President The coronavirus pandemic is affecting everyone. Many businesses are shut down, or are minimally operating. The CARES Act recently adopted by...
Read ArticleGovernor Mills issues Executive Order lifting in–person requirements for certain notarial acts and acknowledgements
On Wednesday, April 8, 2020, Governor Mills issued Executive Order 37 (EO 37), An Order Temporarily Modifying Certain In-Person Notarizations and Acknowledgement Requirements. This order relaxes certain legal requirements that...
Read ArticleMaine Home Prices – Where do we go from here?
by: Dava Davin, Principal, Portside Real Estate Group When I presented at the 2020 MEREDA Real Estate Forecast Conference in January, I was full of good news and positivity in...
Read ArticleMessage from MEREDA’s President
To our Members: What a challenging time we find ourselves in! First and foremost, I hope this email finds you, your family, loved ones and coworkers safe and healthy. We...
Read ArticleMEREDA’s 2020 Spring Real Estate Conference has been Rescheduled to September 3rd
The Chamberlain Model – Developing Maine’s Future: Then and Now In light of the situation with the Coronavirus, MEREDA has rescheduled its Annual Spring Conference that was scheduled for May...
Read ArticleSuccessful CEO’s Look Back to Prepare Forward
by George E Casey Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Stockbridge Associates, LLC General Patton said he hated paying for the same real estate twice. You should feel the same about paying...
Read ArticleVital Ideas – The 1031 Dominoes
by Brit Vitalius, Principal, Designated Broker, Vitalius Real Estate Group In 2019, we saw 1031 exchanges used even more frequently than in past years. Interestingly, the variations in the transactions...
Read ArticleWhat’s Up in the Hotel Business?
by Sean Riley, President & CEO, Maine Course Hospitality Group Great Ride for Hotels I recall speaking at the MEREDA conference back in 2009. It was a tough year to...
Read ArticleMEREDA Postpones its March 19 Morning Menu breakfast as well as its March 26 Anniversary Gala
In light of the situation with the Coronavirus and recommendations from the recent press conference with Governor Janet Mills, MEREDA has postponed its March 19th Morning Menu breakfast as well...
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