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Northern Maine’s Economic Revival: Key Projects and Opportunities for Growth

November 19, 2024

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...

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on The Armature at Hanover Works (Portland)

November 12, 2024

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 Morning Menu – Restaurant Apocalypse

November 6, 2024

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...

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MEREDA Opens Registration for its Annual Forecast Conference

October 29, 2024

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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MEREDA’s Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser 2024

March 13, 2024

MEREDA returns to Bayside Bowl in Portland for it’s Annual Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser on May 2, 2024! May 2 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Consistent with the...

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MEREDA Recognizes Contributions to Real Estate Development and Policy in Maine in Award Ceremony

March 12, 2024

On February 29, 2024, the Maine Real Estate and Development Association (MEREDA) recognized three remarkable individuals and a Joint Select Committee for their significant and lasting contributions to real estate...

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MEREDA’s Forecast Conference Highlights a Robust Real Estate Industry Full of Collaboration & Innovation

March 5, 2024

On Thursday, February 29th, over 800 of Maine’s real estate and development professionals gathered at the Holiday Inn By the Bay to learn about the latest trends and predictions for...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – How Restaurants are Navigating the Current Real Estate Market

March 4, 2024

March 28, 2024 – 8:30 – 10:00 AM Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. Seating Capacity: 110 – We will not be able to accommodate walk-ins. NEW...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Unhoused Population and Impacts on Commercial Real Estate in Bangor

February 26, 2024

April 9, 2024 – 8:00 – 9:30 AMBuffet Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am Program: 8:30-9:30 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. LOCATION Bangor Savings Bank 11 Hamlin Way, Bangor, ME About the Event:...

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Factors Affecting the Value of a Company

February 20, 2024

By: BerryDunn Professionals, Casey Karlsen, Senior Manager | CFA, ASA and Seth Webber, Principal | CFA, ASA, CEPA Consider the value of the following two hypothetical companies. Anita owns A+...

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MEREDA Leaps into 2024 with an Updated Forecast Conference

February 13, 2024

On Thursday, February 29, 2024, 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...

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Listen Up! The February 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

February 6, 2024

A Thoughtful Conversation with Rebecca Hatfield, President & CEO of Avesta Housing, and Ed Gardner, Broker/Owner of Gardner Real Estate Group Rebecca Hatfield, President & CEO of Avesta Housing, and...

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OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements

January 23, 2024

OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping and Reporting – Post Form 300A by February 1 Brought to you by the Safety & Risk Consulting Team at Clark Insurance & Marsh McLennan...

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Construction Technology Trends

January 16, 2024

By David V. Jean, CPA, CCIFP, CExP |Principal, Albin Randall & Bennett Contractors have always had to keep a close watch on technology trends to stay on the leading edge...

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MEREDA’s 2024 Forecast Conference & Member Showcase is on Feb. 29th!

January 11, 2024

February 29, 2024 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Back at the Holiday Inn By the Bay! 88 Spring Street Portland, ME 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MEREDA’s Forecast Conference...

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Listen Up! The January 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

January 9, 2024

A Conversation with Jeanne Hulit of Maine Community Bank and Steve deCastro of Gorham Savings Bank Jeanne Hulit, President and CEO of Maine Community Bank, and Steve deCastro, President and...

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Listen Up! The January 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

January 9, 2024

A Conversation with Jeanne Hulit of Maine Community Bank and Steve deCastro of Gorham Savings Bank Jeanne Hulit, President and CEO of Maine Community Bank, and Steve deCastro, President and...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Housing the Unhoused and Asylum Seekers: Understanding the Complexities of Housing and Social Services

December 21, 2023

February 1, 2024 – 8:30 – 10:00 AM Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. Seating Capacity: 110 – We will not be able to accommodate walk-ins. NEW...

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DevelopME Committee’s Lunch & Learn Event – Tax Preparation and its Role in the Development Process

December 20, 2023

January 17, 2024 – 11:30 AM – 1:00 PMLunch: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm Program: 12:00 -1:00 pm In-Person – Pre-registration is required. Seating Capacity: 110 – We will not be able to...

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Listen Up! The December 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

December 5, 2023

A Conversation with Tom Watson and John Laliberte of Reveler and Port Properties Management Tom Watson, Founder of Reveler and Port Properties Management, and John Laliberte, CEO of Reveler and...

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Coworking in Modern Business: Evolving Trend or Here to Stay

November 28, 2023

By Cameron Foster, Associate Broker, The Boulos Company Merriam-Webster defines coworking as the practice of working within a shared building, where multiple tenants rent working spaces such as desks or...

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Listen Up! The November 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

November 21, 2023

A Legislative Update on Housing with Senator Matt Pouliot and Representative Traci Gere Maine Senator Matt Pouliot of Augusta and House Representative Traci Gere of Kennebunk sit down with MEREDA...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu: Harvesting the Future: Seaweed in Maine

November 16, 2023

December 14, 2023 – 8:30 – 10:00 AM In-Person – Pre-registration is required. Holiday Inn by the Bay – 88 Spring Street, Portland, ME Buffet Breakfast: 8:30 – 9:00am Program:...

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Listen Up! The November 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

November 14, 2023

A Legislative Update on Housing with Senator Matt Pouliot and Representative Traci Gere Maine Senator Matt Pouliot of Augusta and House Representative Traci Gere of Kennebunk sit down with MEREDA...

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Northern Maine’s Economic Revival: Key Projects and Opportunities for Growth

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Restaurant Apocalypse

MEREDA Opens Registration for its Annual Forecast Conference

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MEREDA’s Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser 2024

MEREDA Recognizes Contributions to Real Estate Development and Policy in Maine in Award Ceremony

MEREDA’s Forecast Conference Highlights a Robust Real Estate Industry Full of Collaboration & Innovation

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – How Restaurants are Navigating the Current Real Estate Market

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Unhoused Population and Impacts on Commercial Real Estate in Bangor

Factors Affecting the Value of a Company

MEREDA Leaps into 2024 with an Updated Forecast Conference

Listen Up! The February 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements

Construction Technology Trends

MEREDA’s 2024 Forecast Conference & Member Showcase is on Feb. 29th!

Listen Up! The January 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

Listen Up! The January 2024 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Housing the Unhoused and Asylum Seekers: Understanding the Complexities of Housing and Social Services

DevelopME Committee’s Lunch & Learn Event – Tax Preparation and its Role in the Development Process

Listen Up! The December 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

Coworking in Modern Business: Evolving Trend or Here to Stay

Listen Up! The November 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

MEREDA’s Morning Menu: Harvesting the Future: Seaweed in Maine

Listen Up! The November 2023 Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!