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12/02/2024

Let’s turn your cannabis business goals into reality. At MJBizCon, we are available to strategize together to overcome challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the cannabis industry. https://www.wecannca.com/contact-us/

11/14/2024

Meilad Rafiei, CEO of California-based WeCann & Cannabis Real Estate Consultants, was featured on MJBiz, who said when his firm contacts landlords on behalf of its clients, the conversations are easier than they were four years ago – although many still need to be educated about the industry.

“There’s just a lot of folks who have no clue what’s happening – in their head, it’s still Re**er Madness. They don’t want it tied to their name because they view it as providing a sinful product to society. But even if they put up a stiff wall the first few times, they ask questions and get more comfortable.”

"In mature markets such as California, some landlords have been dealing with cannabis businesses for decades. Some were in the illicit market, and the landlords got burned and said, ‘No more cannabis,’".

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Cannabis operators that once struggled to find space for their businesses now benefit from a tumultuous commercial real estate market.

10/21/2024

Navigating the cannabis industry comes with unique challenges, but accessing reliable financial services shouldn’t be one of them. Schedule a meeting with our banking advisors and we’ll place you with the right bank based on your needs and assets.

https://www.wecannca.com/services/cannabis-business-banking/

09/06/2024

/PRNewswire/ -- Beard Bros Pharms, a legacy brand and respected media outlet on the leading edge of the legal cannabis industry, is calling on President Joe...

09/03/2024

With the Fed rescheduling cannabis and lower interest rates in the future, we could see the industry get a kickstart in struggling cannabis industry markets like California and further establish emerging markets to thrive.

Learn more on Cannabis Business Times -https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/news/ma*****na-rescheduling-not-on-fast-track-dea-schedules-alj-administrative-hearing-december-after-election-final-rule-proposed/

07/29/2024

Meilad Rafiei featured in Benzinga: "Cannabis tenants can positively impact nearby retailers, underscoring the broader economic advantages of retail cannabis." Read full article -

Securing prime real estate for cannabis operations is a nuanced endeavor, requiring expertise and a keen understanding of local regulations. Meilad Rafiei, CEO of WeCann, a cannabis entitlements, licensing and property brokerage firm, shares insights into this intricate process.

06/18/2024

This is an unparalleled opportunity to step into a nearly completed project and rapidly launch a cannabis dispensary in a prime Oxnard location.

Listing #5001 Asking Price: $795,000 WeCann is delighted to offer an exceptional opportunity to acquire a cannabis dispensary license in the thriving city of Oxnard. This unique proposition includes both a preliminary approved city license and an approved state license, tethered to a single-tenant b...

05/16/2024

“This is monumental,” Biden said in the message. “It’s an important move towards reversing long-standing inequities. … Far too many lives have been upended because of a failed approach to ma*****na, and I’m committed to righting those wrongs. You have my word on it.”

In a video announcement Thursday, President Joe Biden said he is “committed to righting” the wrongs of a “failed approach to ma*****na.”

05/14/2024

"There isn't enough information available about how it would be implemented. That will heavily impact if it's considered beneficial enough, or if more is needed," says Meilad Rafiei, CEO of…

05/14/2024

In response to widespread criticism regarding sluggish progress and licensing hurdles, Governor Hochul is spearheading a series of bold initiatives aimed at revitalizing the legal cannabis market and fostering a climate of fairness, transparency, and opportunity.

Governor Hochul’s reform agenda encompasses a multifaceted approach to address the various challenges facing the cannabis sector.

1. Task Force for Enforcement

2. Streamlined Licensing Process

3. Enhanced Communication and Transparency

4. Organizational Expansion and Structural Strengthening

5. Support for Justice-Involved Licensees

For cannabis business owners in New York, Governor Hochul’s reform initiatives offer a ray of hope amidst the challenges of navigating a complex regulatory landscape. By streamlining the licensing process, enhancing transparency, and providing support for justice-involved licensees, these measures aim to create a more conducive environment for business growth and success.

Read full article - https://www.wecannca.com/new-yorks-cannabis-landscape-transformed-by-governor-hochuls-reform-agenda/

05/10/2024

We're seeing signs across the board that the market is improving. According to MJBiz, "As of March 2024, wholesale flower prices were up nearly 5% year-over-year across the 13 state markets tracked by New York-based wholesale cannabis platform LeafLink."

Wholesale cannabis prices are still declining in some state markets but have performed better than expected overall over the past year.

05/07/2024

New Jersey lifting the deadline for provisional license holders should alleviate some stress for license holders when sourcing a property, but sourcing a property is still a battle! Having experienced resources on your side is vital in sourcing the right property, with the right terms.

Empowering financial institutions and capital providers to understand, identify and manage cannabis-related risk and opportunity.