MEREDA Releases the MEREDA Index Report for 2024
MEREDA has released its 19th edition of The MEREDA Index. As a key economic indicator for Maine, the MEREDA Index measures the pulse of the state’s real estate industry and is...
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Listen Up! We’re Doubling Up for Your Listening Pleasure and Have Added a Second June Episode!
A Conversation with Corinne Watson of Tiny Homes of Maine and Kevin Hancock of Hancock Lumber Corinne Watson, Co-Founder of Tiny Homes of Maine, and Kevin Hancock, Managing Owner of...
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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Firehouse Village (Scarborough)
Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real estate projects, completed in the previous year. The exemplary projects...
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MEREDA’s Annual “Strikes for Scholars” Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser Raises Scholarship Funds for Maine Students
MEREDA is thrilled to announce that its Annual Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser will once again enable the organization to donate a total of $15,000 towards scholarships to Maine students entering...
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Listen Up! The February 2025 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!
A Conversation with Ryan Kanteres of Simons Architects, Paul Becker of Thornton Tomasetti, & Matt Tonello of Consigli Construction Ryan Kanteres of Simons Architects, Paul Becker of Thornton Tomasetti, and...
Read ArticleRegister for MEREDA’s Premier Event – Feb. 27
The popular annual event draws nearly 1,000 industry professionals together at the Holiday Inn By the Bay for a day full of presentations on the economy and trends impacting Maine’s...
Read ArticleA Notable Night… A Social Celebration of 2024’s best projects and MEREDA’s 40 years of supporting responsible development.
Event Details May 14, 2025 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most...
Read ArticleMaine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors
Jeremy Deering of Scarborough and Ron Dovich of Cumberland have been elected to the board of directors of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA), a statewide organization of...
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Event Details March 20, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:On March 20th,...
Read ArticleThe Future of Work: Prioritizing Well-Being to Drive Success
By Stephanie Brock, VP & GM Maine, RED THREAD As the workplace evolves, a critical question emerges: How can organizations effectively balance productivity with employee well-being? In an era of...
Read ArticleLooking for a 2025 Economic and Real Estate Outlook? Join the Movers & Shakers at MEREDA’s Forecast Conference
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, leaders from across Maine’s real estate industry will gather for the Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s (MEREDA’s) Forecast Conference and Member Showcase. This annual...
Read ArticleSafeguarding Success: Essential Safety Precautions for Fall Protection in the Workplace
Workplace safety is paramount, and one of the most critical aspects is fall protection.
Read ArticleMEREDA’s Morning Menu – How to Rezone a Town: Lessons Learned During ReCode
Event Details March 20, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:On March 20th,...
Read ArticleReviving History: How Historic Tax Credits Breathe New Life into Old Buildings
Cities across the country are undergoing a quiet revolution, one where history meets progress.
Read ArticleMEREDA’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...
Read ArticleNomination 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...
Read ArticleListen 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...
Read ArticleDevelopME Lunch & Learn – Staying above Water: Navigating the Impacts of Flooding and Sea Level Rise on Real Estate Development
In this lunch & learn, we will help attendees understand flood hazards and share options for improving building resistance to flood damage to enhance community resilience.
Read ArticleFueling Innovation: Maine’s Strategic Support for Manufacturing Businesses
By: Samantha Pedersen CPA, Director, Albin, Randall & Bennett Maine’s manufacturing sector is receiving a significant boost through a series of strategic initiatives and grants aimed at promoting Maine-made products...
Read ArticleNorthern Maine’s Economic Revival: Key Projects and Opportunities for Growth
by Andre Rossignol, Associate Vice President, CORE Northern Maine has renewed its focus on economic development, with several key opportunitiesemerging. The revitalization of the former Loring Air Force Base, new...
Read ArticleThe Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on The Armature at Hanover Works (Portland)
Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real estate projects, completed in the previous year. The exemplary projects...
Read ArticleMEREDA’s Morning Menu – Restaurant Apocalypse
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion focusing on the recent closure of 12 restaurants in Southern Maine over the past 12 weeks. This moderated session will feature restaurateurs sharing their...
Read ArticleMEREDA Opens Registration for its Annual Forecast Conference
Registration is open for the Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s (MEREDA’s) Annual Forecast Conference and Member Showcase, which will take place on February 27, 2025. The popular annual event...
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