Prospective homebuyers in Maine face one of the most competitive markets in decades. But a lending expert says there are steps you can take to increase your chances of coming out ahead.
Personal contact is still essential to doing business, even after more than a year of quarantining and social distancing. A guest expert writes about how to begin reconnecting with others, and the importance of the "two-way street."
The Mainebiz roundup of businesses and businesspeople that have been making changes in recent weeks. Check out our compilation of new hires, promotions, accomplishments and more.
Jordan Rowan leapt at the chance to lead operations at the hotel, even in the midst of the pandemic. He and his wife bought a home in Winslow, sight unseen. "There is something really exciting going on in Waterville right now," he says.
From online mapping for snowmobilers to a snail-mail innovation for older adults, central Maine is producing a broad bounty of new business ideas. An experienced entrepreneur with roots in the region advises, "Just start."
A museum dedicated to a cornerstone of American liberty has been slowly taking shape next to the Maine Capitol. Now the museum is making progress on a $14 million funding campaign and aiming to create a national profile.
Grain production isn't confined to the Midwest, and Maine's farmers are seeing new demand for wheat, oats, rye and other crops. The state's grains aren't just for livestock feed anymore.
