CREC & Partner Press Releases

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) officially released its Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) Implementation Report, marking three years of progress in building a comprehensive legal framework for the adult-use cannabis, medical cannabis, and cannabinoid hemp industries. The report highlights the OCM’s commitment to fulfilling the goals of the MRTA, particularly […]

Join us as we share the exciting achievements and stories from these amazing people who are shining bright in the world of cannabis nationwide! The CREC Network is abuzz with some fantastic news from our top members in the cannabis community. These incredible individuals have been on a roll, and we’ve managed to catch up […]

Update 2/7/23: The deadline to submit cannabis license application in Artesia, CA is 03/08/2023 and the city opened up for cannabis licensing applications on 2/6/23. We believe this area of California could be a great place for you to open a cannabis business. Due to its long history of cannabis cultivation, access to skilled labor […]

Lets start preparing all you need for your Cannabis License Application in Fontana. Fontana, CA may be an ideal place to grow and start your cannabis business. City Council will now allow retail commercial cannabis businesses to operate and will begin accepting license applications soon. We’ve been receiving updates from the city on the final procedures […]

Blog Updated on 8/13/24 Santee announced it is set to begin accepting applications by the end of August 2024, this period will offer a structured opportunity for businesses to apply for one of the four available cannabis retail permits. What is the cannabis application timeline in Santee? – Applications are set to begin end of […]

In this blog we are excited to showcase examples of the NY State and NJ State opt-in for cannabis maps as well as two of the top municipalities in each state to show potential locations for legal cannabis operations. Contact us for the digital versions and immediate access to CREC Maps. If you are an […]

Innovating into 2023 and beyond, CREC continues to evolve the industry with a range of services nationwide to support operators and landlords. To save your time and to better assist your cannabis business operation or expansion, we would like to provide you with these industry insights on California cannabis markets so you can make the […]

Identifying upcoming California cannabis retail markets takes a lot of time and industry insight. It’s very important information for you to stay ahead of the curve and it will certainly benefit your business decisions when looking to expand operations over the next few years. CREC offers one stop shop consulting services nationwide from licensing, financing, […]

Identifying California cannabis market opportunities takes a lot of time and effort. It is the very important information for you to stay ahead of the curve and it will certainly benefit your business decisions.  CREC offers one stop shop consulting services nationwide from licensing, financing, compliance, legal, and more. Market research is one of the […]

Identifying new and emerging cannabis market opportunities takes a lot of time and effort. It is the very important information for you to stay ahead of the curve and it will certainly benefit your business decisions.  CREC offers one stop shop consulting services nationwide from licensing, financing, compliance, legal, and more. Market research is one […]

This enlightening story was written by, Taylor Arvayo, of Teague Insurance, CREC Directory Partner. The article is intended to be a fun way to help you gain a better understanding of outdoor cannabis crop insurance coverage. Contact Taylor with any questions on your potential coverages and limit options.   Fred and John’s Cannabis Cultivation Dreams Once upon […]

Learn your options for cannabis payment solutions, your current limitations, and most importantly how you can increase your revenue by up to 21% by offering a credit card payment method! Join our CREC Directory Partner, Integrity Payment Processing from June 30th, 2021, where we discussed the complicated question of “How can I accept credit cards?” […]

This article will inform you of our best tips to setup a commercial cannabis greenhouse and explain the hidden elements that are necessary for long-term success and profitability. Setting up a grow operation is an expensive, competitive, and risky scenario. Growing cannabis successfully is complicated and growing at a large scale for your business, has […]

Costa Mesa Applications Opening Very Soon – Let’s Work Together to Submit Yours! Costa Mesa will be one of the only cities in Orange County with adult-use cannabis available and therefore these licenses will be highly sought after. Get started on your application here. Latest Update on Costa Mesa Applications: Phase 1 retail applications August […]

Our clients have received a complaint and letter requesting video footage and SOPs, we wish to show you the contents to help you prepare for your own potential regulatory audit. Contact us at the end of this post with any questions we can answer on coronavirus / COVID-19 compliance preparedness as a cannabis business. In 2020, […]

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has recently been conducting environmental compliance cannabis inspections on all licensed activities. If you are a licensed cultivator, processor, or nursery operator, NOW is a good time to revisit all of the SOPs, diagrams and documentation submitted to the CDFA. On-site compliance inspections review all facets of […]

Mexico has quickly become a big opportunity for cannabis entrepreneurs globally! The regulations and details for the Federal Law for the Regulation of Cannabis in Mexico a.k.a. cannabis legalization, are still being defined and we will keep this blog post updated as we learn more from Mexico’s lower house of Congress. Read on for our […]

San Diego, CA February 23, 2021:  In a first for the cannabis zoning and real estate sector, a San Diego based specialized real estate services company has launched a digital mapping system to help its agents find available properties and licensing opportunities, filtered by region and regulations instantly, with real-time data. Cannabis Real Estate Consultants […]

Recently Erich Rubio, CEO and Miklos Campuzano, Managing Director of CREC, were interviewed by Joe Killinger to explain the company’s large growth with new abilities to support real estate agents getting into the cannabis space. Joe takes the perspective a real estate agent and investor to dig into the real details. Learn more about how […]

Over the years, our compliance team and its principals have secured hundreds of operating cannabis licenses in all available verticals. As these companies become operational they frequently face regulatory audits by local and state administrators. No doubt these companies frequently provide valuable tax revenues and so at some level the regulators have no interest in […]

Learn about recent and upcoming cannabis regulation news. In this edition of our Cannabis Regulation Watch, we have information on the historic MORE Act vote to federally de-schedule cannabis, multiple states’ efforts to legalize cannabis, updates on Arizona and New Jersey’s implementation of their adult use programs, and a breakdown of the new cannabis delivery […]

This article is written for cannabis business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs to learn the intricacies of cannabis business mergers and acquisitions. Our in-depth guide will help you prepare for your future involvement in M&A deals, regardless of the industry. To begin, M&A (merger & acquisitions) is a deep subject for any traditional business…. Add in the […]

Detroit has passed Adult-Use Cannabis Regulations and opportunities are flourishing! You still have time to submit an application. Contact us for support with your application, especially if you are a social equity / legacy applicant or are searching for an applicant to join your team! After the passage of regulations this Tuesday 11/24, Detroit has become the […]

Learn how the recent elections have affected cannabis regulations in multiple California cities! In last weeks edition of our ongoing Cannabis Regulation Watch, we brought you a breakdown of the historic results of the election in legalizing cannabis in Arizona, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey and South Dakota. This week we will be breaking down the results […]

In a historic election for cannabis, five different states voted to legalize cannabis! In this special edition of our ongoing Cannabis Regulation Watch, we will break down the results of cannabis legalization efforts in this year’s historic election.  We will be reviewing the results from state proposals in Arizona, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, and South […]

Applications for cannabis licenses in Riverside City will be coming soon! Update 1/23/22 – The city will have several future updates we will continue to update in this blog, as the planning commission and city councils meet later this month. Riverside City, located in California’s Inland Empire region and the county seat of Riverside County, is […]

“Most of you have heard of MedMen, this is a giant within the industry. So how is it possible that something so large, could have overlooked something so important, as a change in ownership on their license application?” – Jared Younker In this webinar recap, we would like to extend our knowledge of the road […]

Application Processing Period Open Now for Delivery, Distribution, Non-Volatile Manufacturing & Testing Lab Commercial Cannabis Activity! The City of Los Angeles, CA has just opened a cannabis application acceptance window. Applications for cannabis land-use and cannabis permitting are now being accepted. Let’s get you started on the right foot! Effective Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at […]

The sunlight is muted, blocked out. Cannabis farmers are now desperately scrambling to save their flower, operations clearly at risk. It is a tough scene up in the Northwest for cannabis businesses. Our CREC associate Ben Goldman, Regional Director Broker Services In Northern California, explains his perspective on what this means for the future and […]

NEW UPDATE ON CORONA CANNABIS REGULATIONS BELOW – Applications Accepted Soon! The city of Corona, CA is in the process of developing an ordinance that, if passed, will allow for cannabis retail, delivery, manufacturing, distribution, and testing labs within the city’s manufacturing zones. This is a huge opportunity to learn the Corona, CA cannabis regulations […]

Cannabis business valuations are an important area of expertise for entrepreneurs to understand at any time during their business ownership, but most importantly at the beginning! While the methods of determining a valuation may not vary too much, what you do as a business owner can make a big difference along the way. Read more […]

Learn about recent changes to cannabis ordinances and upcoming ballot initiatives in multiple municipalities. In this edition we have updates on the new cannabis ordinances in Portland, Maine and Tracy, California, as well as news on upcoming ballot measures in Anaheim, CA and Jurupa Valley, CA. Read on to see the important regulation updates our research […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates on new ordinances that will allow for commercial cannabis businesses in Crescent City, expand the commercial uses allowed in the municipalities of Concord and Redwood City, and lift the cap on cannabis manufacturing business licenses in San […]

With social distancing and staying inside a new normal; how have American cities and citizens responded at a socioeconomic level with legal cannabis? Read our analysis from review of industry insiders, recent news articles, and our interactions with our clients. It is clear that cannabis is an essential item for the American people and now […]

Featuring Larry Horwitz, President of CREC Compliance, you will get a first hand discussion and Q/A for the issues presented by the current changes to business operations so you can navigate more successfully! This webinar discussed the issues related to the virus and how it affects the cannabis industry for you to be prepared: what […]

  Learn about recent changes to cannabis regulations in Pomona, CA   The City of Pomona launched its Commercial Cannabis Program and will be accepting applications between March 17th and April 30th (original date of 4/20 was pushed back). This cty in Los Angeles County, CA is between Inland Empire and the San Gabriel valley […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates on draft ordinances being considered in the municipalities of Corona, Chico, El Centro, and La Habra that would expand the permitted commercial uses in these cities. In addition, we break down the new cannabis business tax in […]

The City of Fresno has just passed an ordinance that will allow for cannabis retail. Fresno is one of the largest cities in California with limited access to legal cannabis products. The population of approximately 527,000 is located in the Central San Joaquin Valley and over the next 25 years, the population is expected to […]

Conditional Use Permits are required for most municipal cannabis licensing programs. By obtaining a CUP for your property, you’re not only increasing its value, you’re shortening the timeline in which a future cannabis operator can qualify for licensing.

“The proposed regulations will help consumers avoid purchasing cannabis goods from unlicensed businesses by providing a simple way to confirm licensure immediately before entering the premises or receiving a delivery,” said Bureau Chief Lori Ajax.

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates about the Bank Safe Act, Grand Rapids Michigan, Knox County Illinois, State of Washington, and the State of Illinois. Illinois continues to be a promising area for cannabis growth and cannabis banking continues to evolve.   All […]

Cannabis regulations are constantly changing and the government formed regulation enforcement bodies are also evolving alongside them. Learn more about the recent updates in California and our preliminary predictions of how it all may affect your future operations for taxes, ownership, and business management in this article. In the current scenario, the Bureau of Cannabis Control […]

Cannabis businesses face expensive issues at every turn before tax season, but now businesses are receiving massive tax bills due to an old IRS tax code that will not allow the business to make certain deductions. Learn more in this article on the status of Section 280E and how California has passed Law AB37 to override […]

Pay attention to this new trend! Sale-leasebacks are creating many successful agreements between investor and operator. Due to a severely limited supply of viable cannabis zoned locations, there is now an extraordinary opportunity for commercial real estate investors looking to capitalize on a thriving new industry. This also has created a large opportunity for the […]

At the dawn of a new decade, cannabis policy in the United States is beginning to gain legitimate traction with state and municipal legalization on both medicinal and recreational fronts. In this article, we’ve compiled our top 8 states to watch in 2020! Our highlight of 2019 was that Illinois made headlines with the passage […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates of El Monte, Fresno, Sacramento. Potentially the last of the updates for the year take a look at the recent updates in municipalities we are tracking below.   All Municipality / City Regulation Update Posts September 24, […]

Landlords may personally be subject to criminal and civil penalties for allowing illegal cannabis activity to occur on their property. Read this article to learn more about recent happenings that may affect landlords of cannabis business operations both legally and illegally. The penalties are steep and the Bureau is quick to act, so ensure you […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates of Stanton, Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, Benicia, Sacramento, Marysville, Pomona, and San Fernando City. As we draw closer to 2020, take a look at the recent updates in municipalities we are tracking below.   All Municipality / City […]

Marijuana decriminalization supporters got a boost in the House on Wednesday when that body’s Judiciary Committee passed a bill that could decriminalize the drug at the federal level. This would clear the way for states to tailor more of their own regulations on the subject. This article is written by our cannabis compliance team as […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates of all the cannabis businesses in Hueneme, a license granted in San Luis Obispo, upcoming community meetings and more updates to rules and regulations. Dive right in and take a look at the recent changes in municipalities […]

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates across California for a new social equity program and new business permits across the state. Check out Project Tellis to see funding available by grants. Dive right in and take a look at the recent changes in […]

Our free seminar is a MUST ATTEND event for any agent or broker who is involved, or wants to be involved, in this lucrative industry. We will be discussing how agents utilize advanced mapping technology, property databases, compliance analysis, and location due diligence to find compliant properties.

Learn about recent changes to municipalities that are updating their cannabis regulations. In this edition we have updates across California that include new retail storefronts proposed, public official announcements on vaping, Humboldt small farm cultivator licenses for 2020, state-chartered financial institutions for banking relationships, and other ordinance updates. Dive right in and take a look at […]

View latest cannabis regulation updates from Oxnard, Santa Rosa, Thousand Oaks, Sacramento, Colton, CA. Learn more about how the cities or municipalities are changing their cannabis rules and take advantage for your business!

This CREC Compliance analysis, presents the findings of weeks of due diligence on the new regulations for Illinois’ Adult-Use Cannabis License Program under HB 1438 to help you get your application approved.

View latest cannabis regulation updates from Oxnard, Santa Rosa, Thousand Oaks, Sacramento, Colton, CA. Learn more about how the cities or municipalities are changing their cannabis rules and take advantage for your business!

We’ve worked with M7 compliance for a number of years and are excited to now provide a suite of brokerage, technology, compliance services, and products to the legal cannabis industry.

Learn the details of how you can use a 1031 exchange or sale-leaseback to purchase a property or create new capital for your business to grow.

See our new diagram of the cannabis supply chain and learn more about the status of its evolution in California. Learn how you can use our market insights to your business’s advantage!

The most valuable cannabis license in California is Retail. Do you know why? It basically comes down to the economic principles of supply and demand. Out of 481 cities in California only 118 of these allow for recreational cannabis storefronts. This means as of February 2019 there is only 25% of jurisdictions in California currently […]

Learn why people are quickly learning about Hemp CBD products and how there will be a lot more products at gas stations, convenience stores, and other locations you may not expect, like CBD infused cocktails.

This article will help you have a more clear understanding of how you can enter these jurisdictions. Understanding the regulations will lead to less headaches or lost funds in your application process. Learn about Los Angeles, Oakland, and Sacramento!

Learn the 4 steps everyone must follow before getting a property licensed for cannabis use. Dive in and take notes to save hours of your time in the future!

It may seem cost effective to skip business insurance, but this choice can have damaging consequences for businesses of any type. Unfortunately, cannabis businesses have even more risk when they don’t have the right coverage, so you MUST do the research.

At any stage of business growth, a trusted partner can help you establish a budget, predict a timeline, find a legal property, secure permit & cannabis licenses, stay compliant with regulations, and establish long-term business planning.

Interviews with the Department of Cannabis Regulations (DCR), local business owners, and very many long hours of regulations review led to this in-depth analysis of the L.A. Social Equity Program.

Learn your best path for getting hired in the ever changing cannabis/marijuana industry, challenges involved, cannabis job titles, and how to get an extra edge on other cannabis job seekers!

Our best tips for investing in cannabis right now to find profitable opportunities. Learn how to invest safely in this predicted $50 Billion industry.

Creating a cannabis lease agreement is not easy and these 8 professional tips will help you craft a better commercial agreement in the growing industry.