Monthly Archives: June 2015

The Role of the Real Estate Appraiser

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

By Mark L. Plourde, MAI, Maine Valuation Company What is the role of the real estate Appraiser in a purchase and sale transaction? Why isn’t the contract price used as the measure of market value? Well, for starters, one proposed … Continue reading →

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The Lead Poisoning Control Act: What it Means for Maine Landlords

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

Jonathan P. Hunter, Attorney, Rudman Winchell Over eighty percent of all homes built prior to 1978 contain lead-based paint.  The Lead Poisoning Control Act, 22 M.R.S. §§ 1314-1329, originally enacted in 1973, attempts to address the health hazards posed by … Continue reading →

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An Increase in the MEREDA Index Provides Encouragement for the Real Estate Development Community

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

The MEREDA Index is the leading way our industry tracks changes in Maine’s real estate markets. It’s a composite of nine measures reflecting activity in both new development and existing properties, in commercial and residential markets, as well as construction … Continue reading →

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Longtime Board Members Retire from Real Estate Organization

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

The Maine Real Estate & Development Association Recognizes Board Members for their Many Years of Dedication and Service PORTLAND, Maine (June 4, 2015) –The Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) relies on the generous support of its volunteer officers … Continue reading →

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Falmouth Schools Redevelopment Project

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

by Jessica Estes, CBRE | The Boulos Company In the first of a 7-part series exclusive to the Maine Real Estate Insider, we’ll provide an up-close look at the most notable commercial development projects of the past year that are … Continue reading →

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MEREDA returns to Bangor to host its Annual Networking Social on June 25, 2015!

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Shelly R. Clark

June 25, 2015 – 5:00PM to 7:00PM Sea Dog Banquet & Conference Center 26 Front Street Bangor, ME MEREDA provides members and guests great networking opportunities throughout the year and our social gatherings are “must-attend” events for players in Maine’s … Continue reading →

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