Category Archives: Business

The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Founders Place Campus, Bangor

In a multi-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 helping to fuel Maine’s economy in terms of investment and job … Continue reading

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on 62 Spring Street, Auburn

In a multi-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 helping to fuel Maine’s economy in terms of investment and job … Continue reading

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Depreciable Life of Qualified Improvement Property

By John Hadwen, CPA, Principal, Baker Newman Noyes April 1, 2020 (A long overdue technical amendment) Updated as of April 22, 2020 This article was updated on April 22 to incorporate the guidance of Rev. Proc. 2020-25. It provides another … Continue reading

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The Outstanding Seven: MEREDA’s 2019 Notable Project Winners

PORTLAND, ME – July 13, 2020 –  Every spring, MEREDA recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year, all of which embody the Association’s mission to support responsible development. In keeping with tradition, MEREDA’s Board … Continue reading

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Maine Real Estate & Development Association Names New President and Announces 2020-2022 Officers

Portland resident, Josh Fifield, a Senior Account Executive in the Business Insurance Department of Clark Insurance is the new president of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA), a statewide organization of commercial real estate owners, developers and related service providers. … Continue reading

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Maine Issues COVID-19 Guidance for Town Meetings

Throughout the pandemic, MEREDA members have navigated participating in various town public proceedings conducted virtually. Now, with the opening of municipal buildings and the need to accommodate municipal matters requiring a public vote by town residents, Governor Mills and the … Continue reading

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MEREDA Virtual Event – Developing Now: Updates and Insight from Developers and Professionals in a COVID 19 Environment

Virtual Event Tuesday, June 30, 2020 8:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members informed.  While this event is free of charge, … Continue reading

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The 2020 MEREDA Index: A Look at the 2019 Data and a Review of Current Conditions

This most recent release provides a review of 2019’s full calendar year. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic striking right before the 2019 Index unveiling, even recent history lost importance as global focus shifted instantly to the uncertain future. Insightfully, MEREDA … Continue reading

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MEREDA Virtual Event – Legal and Practical Implications of Safely Operating Commercial and Residential Properties in the time of COVID 19

Virtual Event Friday, June 19, 2020 8:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members informed.  While they are free of charge, registration … Continue reading

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MEREDA Virtual Event – The 2020 MEREDA Index: A Discussion of the 2019 Data and a Review of Current Conditions

Virtual Event Thursday, June 4, 2020 8:30 – 9:30 AM Due to the unprecedented circumstances of the pandemic, MEREDA is presenting a series of free forums on relevant topics to keep members informed.  While this event is free of charge, … Continue reading

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