Category Archives: Member Articles

Posted on January 31, 2023 by Shelly R. Clark

Peaks & Plateaus: MEREDA’s Forecast Conference Gives Context to Maine’s Real Estate Data On Thursday, January 26, over 800 of Maine’s real estate and development professionals gathered at the Cross Insurance Arena to learn about the latest trends and predictions … Continue reading →

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Election day is next week. We encourage you to vote and make your voice heard!

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

On November 8, 2022, Portland voters will consider 13 ballot questions, consisting of five proposed Citizen’s Initiative questions and eight proposed Portland Charter Commission questions. These 13 questions, an unusually large amount for any one election, would significantly threaten Portland’s … Continue reading →

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4 Ways to Prepare Your Business for a Storm

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

By Barb Rapoza and Holly Merrill, Marketing Managers, SERVPRO   Here in Maine our weather can be unpredictable, and we do not know what to expect after a storm event. The storm could bring on flooding, wind, snow, or ice … Continue reading →

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on 40 Free Street (Portland)

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

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 from across the state, completed in 2021, not only embody … Continue reading →

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Harnois & Emery Apartments (Westbrook)

Posted on September 6, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

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 from across the state, completed in 2021, not only embody … Continue reading →

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Riverdam (Biddeford)

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

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 from across the state, completed in 2021, not only embody … Continue reading →

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Highlighting the Construction Component of the 2022 MEREDA Index

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

On May 24, Shannon Richards, Founder of Hay Runner, was a commentator for the Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s (MEREDA’s) 2022 MEREDA Index. Shannon’s comments on the Commercial Sector follow Economist Charles Colgan’s analysis for 2021.  The MEREDA Index … Continue reading →

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Highlighting the Residential Component of the 2022 MEREDA Index

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

On May 24, Dan Brennan, Director of MaineHousing, was a commentator for the Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s (MEREDA’s) 2022 MEREDA Index. Dan’s comments on the Residential Sector follow Economist Charles Colgan’s analysis for 2021.  The MEREDA Index is … Continue reading →

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Easing the potential burden of abandoned 401(k) accounts

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

By David Stone, Manager | CPA, MBA, CFE at BerryDunn Read this if you are a plan sponsor of a 401(k) plan. The trend of US workers leaving their jobs and employers struggling with high levels of employee turnover continues … Continue reading →

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Thornton Heights Commons (South Portland)

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Shelly R. Clark

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 from across the state, completed in 2021, not only embody … Continue reading →

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