What cPort's Exit Means for Your Cannabis Business
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What cPort's Exit Means for Your Cannabis Business

If you're a Maine cannabis caregiver, you probably felt your stomach drop when you opened that email from cPort Credit Union last week. The message was brief but devastating: your account will be closed by July 31st, along with hundreds of other caregiver accounts across the state.

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Why Smart Money Is Quietly Building in Maine While Everyone Else Chases New York

Why Smart Money Is Quietly Building in Maine While Everyone Else Chases New York

Every cannabis market expansion feels like the same impossible choice: pay millions in licensing fees for the privilege of entering oversaturated markets where even well-funded operators are folding, or watch from the sidelines as opportunities slip away.

You've seen it play out in state after state—New York's political circus, New Jersey's auction-style bidding wars, and markets so crowded that operators are cutting prices to the bone just to move inventory. Meanwhile, the regulatory complexity keeps growing, turning compliance into a full-time nightmare that can bankrupt you with a single misstep. The worst part? Even if you survive the entry process, you're competing against hundreds of other operators for the same shrinking customer base.

Maine offers something increasingly rare: a mature cannabis market with reasonable entry costs, proven demand, and regulatory clarity that rewards competence over capital. While other operators chase fool's gold in impossible markets, smart money is quietly building sustainable businesses in the Pine Tree State—but only for those who understand Maine's unique three-tier licensing process and municipal dynamics.

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Should You Hire a Lawyer for Your Maine Cannabis Business?

Should You Hire a Lawyer for Your Maine Cannabis Business?

If you're thinking about starting a cannabis business in Maine, you've probably wondered whether you really need a lawyer. The honest answer is: it depends on what you're doing and how comfortable you are figuring things out as you go.

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Maine Takes Historic Step Toward Psilocybin Decriminalization: What Cannabis Business Owners Need to Know
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Maine Takes Historic Step Toward Psilocybin Decriminalization: What Cannabis Business Owners Need to Know

Maine just made headlines in the psychedelic reform movement. The implications go way beyond psilocybin mushrooms. Both chambers of the Maine Legislature passed legislation that'll decriminalize possession of up to one ounce of psilocybin for adults 21 and older. The Senate barely approved it (17-16) on Tuesday. The House passed it by just one vote (70-69) on Monday.

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S Corps: The Critical Rule You May Not Know About
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S Corps: The Critical Rule You May Not Know About

If you own an LLC that's elected to be taxed as an S corporation, there's a critical tax rule you might not be aware of: the "reasonable compensation" requirement. Many LLC owners choose S corp taxation for the tax savings but don't realize they're required to pay themselves a reasonable salary. This oversight can lead to serious problems with the IRS.

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The Complete Guide to Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC: What's Legal in 2025?
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The Complete Guide to Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC: What's Legal in 2025?

If you've walked into a convenience store lately, you might have noticed something surprising: products containing THC sitting right there on the shelf, perfectly legal. But wait—isn't THC the stuff that gets you high? Isn't it illegal? Welcome to the confusing world of delta-8 and delta-9 THC, where a single sentence in a 2018 farm bill accidentally created a billion-dollar industry and left lawyers, law enforcement, and consumers scratching their heads.

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Split & Burn: How Equal Ownership Destroys Cannabis Ventures Before They Bloom
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Split & Burn: How Equal Ownership Destroys Cannabis Ventures Before They Bloom

I've watched dozens of cannabis ventures implode—not from market forces, regulatory hurdles, or competition—but from something entirely preventable: the deceptively simple equal ownership structure. That perfect-looking balance on ownership documents has become the silent killer of promising cannabis businesses across the industry.

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When Federal and State Cannabis Laws Collide: Border Patrol Arrests in Maine
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When Federal and State Cannabis Laws Collide: Border Patrol Arrests in Maine

You might think Border Patrol only operates at actual border crossings with Canada, but their reach extends much further. By law, Border Patrol has authority within 100 miles of any international border or coastline. This 100-mile zone covers the entire state of Maine. With 611 miles of Canadian border and 228 miles of Atlantic coastline, there's nowhere in Maine that's outside Border Patrol's jurisdiction. This means federal agents can — and do — enforce federal cannabis laws anywhere in the state, regardless of what Maine state law allows.

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My Cannabis Business Partner Screwed Me. Now What?
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My Cannabis Business Partner Screwed Me. Now What?

Your cannabis business partner betrayed you. The person you trusted with your dream, your investment, and your future just pulled the rug out from under you.

Maybe they diverted funds to their personal accounts. Perhaps they made compliance decisions behind your back that now threaten your license. Or maybe—and I see this constantly in the cannabis industry—they misrepresented their connections, expertise, or capital, leaving you holding the bag when promises didn't materialize.

Whatever happened, you're sitting in the wreckage of your cannabis venture wondering: now what?

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The Evolution of Cannabis Residency Requirements in Maine: What Business Owners Need to Know
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The Evolution of Cannabis Residency Requirements in Maine: What Business Owners Need to Know

As Maine's cannabis industry continues to mature, one of the most significant regulatory shifts has been the changing landscape of residency requirements for business ownership. Whether you're considering entering Maine's cannabis market or expanding existing operations, understanding the current status and history of these requirements is essential for sound business planning.

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