Author Archives: Shelly R. Clark

MEREDA’s Forecast Conference Highlights the Story of Supply & Demand in Maine Real Estate

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

On Thursday, January 20, over 600 of Maine’s real estate and development professionals gathered both virtually and in-person at the Cross Insurance Arena to learn about the latest trends and predictions in the real estate economy at the Maine Real … Continue reading →

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Legislative Commission on Housing Opportunities Releases Recommendations to Alleviate Barriers to Housing Development

Posted on January 11, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

Maine has a housing crisis – there is not enough affordable, efficient, or convenient housing to support a sustainable economic future in our State. To begin to address this issue, policymakers at both the local and statewide levels have been … Continue reading →

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MEREDA Panel: Vertical Harvest plants a seed in Downtown Westbrook

Posted on January 4, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

Last month, at the Maine Real Estate and Development (MEREDA) hosted “Morning Menu” roundtable, Moderator, Craig Young, Partner & Broker at The Boulos Company, and MEREDA Vice President, talked with an esteemed panel about how vertical farming is changing the … Continue reading →

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The Post-Pandemic Business Model: What Construction Companies Need to Thrive During COVID-19

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

By David Jean, Principal, Albin Randall & Bennett As a contractor, your work requires logical forethought and mathematical precision. After all, you measure twice, cut once, right? In this industry, “re” terms generally have negative connotations. Words like “recut,” “reinstall,” … Continue reading →

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MEREDA’s TD Bank Sponsored Forecast Conference & Member Showcase is back and better than ever!

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

This year, we’ll be live, in person in a much larger venue. We are moving across Spring Street to the Cross Insurance Arena located at 1 Civic Center Square in Portland. Two Formats: You Choose In-Person OR Virtual. Continuing Education Credits Available! Requirements for attendees … Continue reading →

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MEREDA’s Annual Forecast Conference Back in Person on January 20, 2022

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PORTLAND, Maine — On Thursday, January 20, 2022, leaders from Maine’s real estate industry will be back in person for the Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s (MEREDA’s) Forecast Conference and Member Showcase, sponsored by TD Bank. … Continue reading →

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How to Manage Your Second Property During the Off-Season

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

Article provided by Clark Insurance A vacation home is great when you need to escape, but maintenance can be a headache – especially when you are not there for prolonged periods of time. Not only is the process of closing … Continue reading →

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May the “blended workforce be with you”: Policy and internal control considerations for a new era

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

by: Kaylyn Landry, Senior Manager | CPA, MSA at BerryDunn & David Stone, Manager | CPA, MBA, CFE at BerryDunn Read this if you have a blended workforce with both in-office employees and remote workers. It is hard to believe … Continue reading →

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MEREDA panel: Developers take on emerging trends in Southern Maine

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

The demand for mixed-use spaces is trending upwards in Southern Maine, experts shared in a panel in September. Speaking at a Maine Real Estate and Development (MEREDA) “Morning Menu” roundtable, panelists explored current and evolving development trends throughout York County. … Continue reading →

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu –Vertical Harvest Plants a Seed in Downtown Westbrook

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Shelly R. Clark

December 16, 2021 – 7:30 – 9:00 AMIn-Person – Masks are Required The City of Westbrook in partnership with The Day Brothers, LLC has an exciting new mixed-use development project that will be breaking ground this Winter in the heart of … Continue reading →

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