Geithner Gets Hammered, Less Foreclosure on HELOCs, and HR 6460

In this week's video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group discusses housing data released by DataQuick and First American CoreLogic, the increase in housing starts according to the NAHB, Timothy Geithner's defense of the TARP program and HAMP modifications, the reason for people defaulting according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, the Dodd-Frank Act, and the proposed H.R. 6460 bill which would disallow Fannie and Freddie from buying loans in the MERS system. He also discusses upcoming events including the radio show with John Daurio of Kondaur Capital Corp. and lets everyone know that The Norris Group will be on break beginning December 24-January 2. See thenorrisgroup.com for more info on hard money loans and tngtrustdeeds.com for information on trust deed investing.

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Economic Reports from Zillow & Fitch and Obama vs. Mortgage Tax Deduction

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including housing numbers released by Zillow, Fitch, and Morgan Stanley, the recent report released by Fannie Mae regarding the housing market, the principle reduction program in conjuction with FHA as discussed by the Obama Administration, and the recent mortgage interest tax deduction. He also discusses upcoming events including the radio show with Tom Anderson, and the SDCIA December event in San Diego. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Unemployment and FDIC Discloses Recipients of TARP Funds

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including numbers released by Freddie Mac and jobless claims, the FDIC's releasing of names and dollar amounts of banks that received emergency funding, a recent report released by Inside Mortgage Finance regarding the buying of foreclosures, and the dual track for foreclosures. He also discusses upcoming events including the radio show with Tom Anderson, and the December events in San Diego. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Numbers for CAR, NAR, and the FDIC Problem Bank List Grows

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including numbers released by the Construction Industry Research Board, CAR, and the National Association of Realtors, the FDIC's problem list of banks, and the increase in shadow inventory of unlisted bank-owned homes. He also discusses upcoming events including the radio show with RK Arnold of MERS, and the December events in San Diego. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog. Happy Thanksgiving!

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Delinquency Rates by the MBA and Senate Banking Committee Interview of MERS

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the numbers for delinquency rates on mortgages released by the Mortgage Bankers Association, LPS, and DQNews, the recent interview with members of the Financial Industry by the Senate Banking Committee, the financial issues associated with the community associations, the Federal Trade Commission's final ruling on mortgage foreclosure rescue, and the gloomy outlook on home sales. He also discusses upcoming events including the radio show with Tony Alvarez, Rick Solis, and Mike Cantu, and the December events in San Diego. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Letter from the FDIC to Bank CEOs on Failed Banks

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including 17th consecutive decline in home prices according to Zillow, the status on prices both metropolitan and nationwide according to NAR, possible lawsuits for failed banks, the Dodd-Frank bill, and the attack on the interest tax deduction. He also commerates the Norris Group's 200th radio show and discusses upcoming events, including the 6th Annual Members Holiday Party with NSDREI on the 5th and SDCIA on the 14th. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Ally Caught in Robo-Signing Scandal and Attorneys General Continue Investigation

Aaron Norris of The Norris Group presents this week's top news. This week's video includes information on changes in government, the Keep Your Home California program, and Freddie Mac's recent losses. Ally admits to robo-signing and Attorneys General nationwide continue their investigation on banks and servicers. For more news check out The Norris Group's blog.

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Data realeased from CBIA, RealtyTrac, Dataquick and More

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the numbers for housing starts released by the CBIA, the statistics released by DataQuick, RealtyTrac, and Moodys Commercial Real Estate Index, the continuing investigation of banks and their foreclosure processes, and the blog posted on the Feico 8 Mortgage Score. He also discusses upcoming events including the San Jose Real Estate Investor's Association with Bruce Norris and John Schaub and the upcoming radio show with John Schaub and and the CEO of the Land Title Association. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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CAR Numbers, Weiss Ratings, Robo-Gate, and the FDIC Buyback

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the recent September numbers released by CAR, the number of foreclosed homes that specific banks own according to Weiss Ratings, Robo-Gate, and the FDIC seeking buy-backs from banks. He also discusses upcoming events including the San Jose Real Estate Investor's Association with Bruce Norris and John Schaub . This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Robo-Signing Issue and MERS

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including robo-signing issue and the investigation of falsified documents, the new issues with title insurance, a recent example of a family who tried to move back into their home after claiming to be evicted illegally, and the investigation of MERS strategies. He also discusses upcoming events including the San Jose Real Estate Investor's Association and the Apartment Owners Associations million dollar trade show. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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CAR Forecast, Deficiency Judgements, and New Bills

Aaron is on vacation this week, so the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events is shown through a series of slides.   The video discusses the real estate market, including the new bill signed by Governor Schwarzenegger to protect homeowners from deficiency judgments, the opportunity by HUD to loan money up to 24 months for borrowers with home delinquencies, the investigation by banks of improper foreclosure proceedings, and CAR's forecast of home sales for the future.  Upcoming events include the LAREIC-Emerging Trends conference and the San Jose Real Estate Investors Association.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.  To check out the full stories, go to

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Unemployment and New Fed Reserve Board Chair

Aaron is on vacation this week, so the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events is shown through a series of slides.   The video discusses the real estate market, including the 3.5% decrease in weekly jobless claims, the resend naming of Janet Yellen as Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, the potential decrease in foreclosures and evictions due to errors in foreclosure procedures, and JP Morgan seeking help from the FDIC to protect them from potential lawsuits.  Upcoming events include the LAREIC-Emerging Trends conference and the San Jose Real Estate Investors Association.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.


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Home Sales, Foreclosures, and HR 5028

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the 7.6% increase in home sales according to NAR, the resend report by CAR of the increase in Home Sales, Median, and Inventory, the increase in delinquencies and foreclosures according to Foreclosure Radar, the increase in construction and permits according to the Commerce Department, and the HR 5028 bill.  He also discusses upcoming events including the LAREIC-Emerging Trends conference and the San Jose Real Estate Investors Association.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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I Survived Real Estate 2010

In this video, Aaron Norris focuses on I Survived Real Estate 2010 occurring this weekend.  In it he thanks all of The Norris Group's Platinum Sponsors including Foreclosure Radar, Investors Workshops, MVT Productions, Invest Club for Women, White House Catering, The San Jose Real Estate Investors Association, Claudia Buys Houses, Frye/Wiles, and the Biz Press.  He also takes the time to thank the Gold Sponsors, including Adrenaline Athletics, Awesome Limousine, Elite Auctions, Entrust California, Keystone CPA, and many others.  Speakers on the expert panel are: Jospeh Magdziarz, Tommy Williams, Christopher Thornberg, Sean O'Toole, Sarah Letts, Daniel Phelan, Peter Wayman

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NSP Funding, Cal HFA, and Shadow Inventory

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including HUD's third NSP funding roundup, the Realtor Action Assessment, the new fixed rate 30-year FHA insured loan program released by Cal HFA, the decrease in shadow inventory according to Barclays, and the merger by Williams and Williams and Auction Network.  He also discusses upcoming events including I Survived Real Estate 2010 and the upcoming radio show with Mike Novak-Smith.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Problem Banks, California Underwater Mortgages, and SB 1275

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the possible new tax credit according to HUD secretary Shaun Donovan, the number of banks on the FDIC's problem list, the money in treasury debt bought by the Federal Reserve Bank, the percentage of California mortgages underwater according to CoreLogic, and the rejection of the foreclosure bill SB 1275.  He also discusses upcoming events including I Survived Real Estate 2010 and the upcoming radio show with Peter Wayman.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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PACE Programs, Redfin, and DQ News

Aaron Norris of The Norris Group covers this week's biggest real estate headlines including P.A.C.E programs ending, Redfin's study of listing homes and sales statistics, loan origination and closing costs on the rise, TransUnion's report talking about delinquencies, DQ News reporting sales and process decline in July, California's first time homebuyer program ending, and Republican districts have a lower foreclosure rate.

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Housing Summit, Unemployment, and Bureau of Economics Analysis

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including upcoming Housing Summit with Michael Heid,  Barbara Dosoer, Mark Zandi, Bill Gross,  Lewis Ranieri.  In addition, he discusses the decline in income according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the increase in unemployment claims, Foreclosure Radar's monthly report, and an update on the FHA premium change.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar and the upcoming radio show with Sean O' Toole.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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HR 5872, HR 5981, and Bankruptcy Increases

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the increases in bankruptcy, the HR5872 and HR 5981 bills, the unemployment rate, and a new report by Fannie Mae.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, and the upcoming radio show with Daniel Phelan.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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HR 600, Home Sale Increases, and Offer Assurance Launch

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the HR 600 bill, the USDA Single-Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program, the 23.6% increase in home sales nationwide, and the launching of OfferAssurance.com by LLC.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Brunch and Learn in Tustin, the upcoming radio show with Tommy Williams, and I Survived Real Estate 2010.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Protecting Tenants in Foreclosure Act and the Financial Reform Bill

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the decrease in the median price of homes and the increase in unsold inventory according to CAR, the TARP Program, an update on the Financial Reform Bill, which includes the Protecting Tenants in Foreclosure Act, and a possible investigation of Countrywide Loans.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Investors Workshops, the upcoming radio show with Marsha Norris, and I Survived Real Estate 2010.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Foreclosure Increases, LA Foreclosure Initiative, and Senate Finanncial Regulation Act

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the increase in foreclosures according to RealtyTrac and ForeclosureRadar, Los Angeles's own foreclosure initiative, the passing of the Senate Financial Regulation Act, and the $550 million Wall Street fine to Goldman Sachs.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Women's Invest Club, the upcoming radio show with Tony Alvarez, and I Survived Real Estate 2010.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Decline in Mortgage Rates, Accounting Chnages for FASB, and New RE Team Up

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the continued declining mortgage rates, accounting changes proposed by the FASB, the LPF Mortgage Monitor Report, and the recent team-up of Keller Williams and Clear Markets.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Women's Invest Club, and I Survived Real Estate 2010.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.


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Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the new numbers for the unemployment rate, the recently signed extension to the federal first time home-buyer tax credit, the pending home sales numbers released by the National Association of Realtors, the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, and the new Disney vacation homes. He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Women's Invest Club, and upcoming Investors workshops. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Decreased Home Sales, Nar, CAR, and New Finance Rules

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the decrease in home sales according to the National Association of Realtors, the median price and home sale numbers for April according to CAR, a fund known as the "hardest hit fund," and the new finance rules from Congress.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Women's Invest Club, and upcoming Investors workshops.    This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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FHA Reform Act, Tax Credit, and Mortgage Fraud

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the FHA Reform Act of 2010 bill, the extension for the federal tax credit, the delisting of preferred stock for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the Fitch ratings, and the crackdown on mortgage fraud.  He also discusses upcoming events including the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, the Women's Invest Club, and upcoming Investors workshops.  Also, in a new segment he shares their recent awards received for I Survived Real Estate 2009, Tip of the Iceberg, and for their radio show.  This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Hope Now, Charge Offs, SB 1178, SB 1639, and Unemployment

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events.   Aaron discusses the real estate market, including the percentage of expected loan charge offs according to Moody's, the number of consumers with modified loans according to HopeNow, Senate bills 1178 and 1639,and the current unemployment rate.  He also discusses upcoming events including REO Expo 2010, tomorrow's event with Tony Alvarez at IRCA, and the new date for the Advanced Investing Skills and Strategies for Quadrant 2.5 seminar, August 15.   This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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Launch of The Norris Group's Real Estate Roundup Video Style

In this video, Aaron Norris of The Norris Group gives the news of the week in the world of real estate and other big events. He desribes upcoming events including his radio show interview with Leslie Appleton-Young as well as events in the world, including the unemployment rate and the stock market. This video is a follow-up to the Norris Group's real estate blog.

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