In Maine, Evolution Drives Economic Prosperity
By: James W. Dinkle, Executive Director, FirstPark Maine’s economy is strong, and the proof is in the proverbial pudding. In...
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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on University of Southern Maine Portland Commons Residence Hall and McGoldrick Center for Career & Student Success (Portland)
Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real...
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Bad for Business…
By: Justin Lamontagne, CCIM, SIOR, Partner | Designated Broker, The Dunham Group The year was 2011, and a young, ambitious...
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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...
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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – 3 Mistakes Developers Frequently Make
We all make mistakes and learn valuable lessons with each development. A well-known and experienced developer, lawyer, and accountant team...
Read Article Bridges, Broadband, & Roads: MEREDA to Host Spring Conference on What the Infrastructure Bills Means for Maine
On May 24, 2022, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) will host a dynamic and forward-looking conference on...
Read Article It’s a good time to review your IT security plan
by Joshua Fifield, CPCU, AAI, Vice President, Senior Account Executive, Business Insurance Agent, Clark Insurance We have been experiencing unpredicted...
Read Article Bridges, Broadband, & Roads: MEREDA to Host Spring Conference on What the Infrastructure Bills Means for Maine
PORTLAND, Maine – On May 24, 2022, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) will host a dynamic and...
Read Article Maine Contractor Licensing and Regulation Fails Again in the Maine Legislature
By Michael R. Bosse, Shareholder, Bernstein Shur If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again. LD 1977, a...
Read Article LD 201 Action Alert – Historic Tax Credit
MEREDA needs your help! Contact your legislators today to tell them why you support the Maine Historic Tax Credit,...
Read Article Has COVID made a permanent shift to Maine’s real estate market?
By Dava Davin, Founder + CEO, Portside Real Estate Group Maine’s residential real estate market (condos + single family homes)...
Read Article MEREDA supports the majority report for LD 2003
MEREDA supports the majority report for LD 2003 and urges you to contact your House member or Senator in support...
Read Article With PFAS, shocking headlines are just the beginning
By Keith Taylor, L.G., P.G., Technical Lead and Senior Environmental Geologist at St.Germain Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), widely known...
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