California Association of Realtors Chief Economist Jordan Levine with Bruce Norris Part 1

 Jordan Levine is VP and Chief Economist for the California Association of Realtors where he is responsible for the housing market and economic trends and analysis, policy analysis, and data work in a variety of contexts.

 
 Additionally, He manages an EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa practice, helping to establish regional centers with I-924 economic impact reports across California and the U.S. region, and has provided I-526 impact and job creation analyses for many more individual projects across the nation. Past projects have included call centers, residential real estate developments, mixed-use developments, hotels, retail businesses, high-tech manufacturing, biotechnology, ambulatory health care facilities, assisted living facilities, agricultural enterprises, movie studios, and grocery stores, among others. Well versed in critical issues related to USCIS approval of I-526 and I-924 EB5 applications like construction jobs, tenant occupancy, and establishing a causal nexus.
 
 One critical characteristic that sets Jordan apart from other number crunchers is his ability to communicate complex economic concepts and ideas in a clear and effective style. He has spoken to a variety of groups, ranging in size from small groups of 5-10 to over 800, including industry groups like the California Bankers Association (CBA) and the California State Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO), elected officials such as the California State Controller's Office, various local government bodies like County Boards of Supervisors. In addition, he regularly contributes to radio and newspaper articles.
 
 

Jordan has a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a master’s degree with Merit in International Economics from the University of Sussex.  Prior to joining C.A.R., Jordan worked in consulting as an economist and director of economic research where he oversaw all research and economic analysis on California’s economy and housing market and regularly spoke to trade groups, public officials, businesses, and the media.



The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 National and Commercial Panel Pt 3

 The Norris Group proudly presents its 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

This episode features Kathy Fettke, Co-Founder of Real Wealth Network and Neil Bawa of Grocapitus Investments LLC.
 
 Platinum Partners:
 
 •Norada Real Estate Investments
 •San Diego Creative Investors Association
 •The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
 •Think Realty Magazine
 •And Realty 411
 
 Gold Sponsors:
 
 7 Figure Flipping
 Inland Valley Association of Realtors
 Keller Williams Corona
 Keystone CPA, Inc.
 Las Brisas Escrow
 Leivas Tax Wealth Management
 NorCal REIA
 NSDREI
 Pasadena FIBI
 Real Wealth Network
 In A Day Development
 Spinnaker Loans
 uDirect IRA
 
 
 
 The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 National and Commercial Panel Pt 2

 The Norris Group proudly presents its 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

This episode features Terry Burger  of 7 Figure Flipping and Tom Wilson of Wilson Investment Properties. 
 
 Platinum Partners:
 
 •Norada Real Estate Investments
 •San Diego Creative Investors Association
 •The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
 •Think Realty Magazine
 •And Realty 411
 
 Gold Sponsors:
 
 7 Figure Flipping
 Inland Valley Association of Realtors
 Keller Williams Corona
 Keystone CPA, Inc.
 Las Brisas Escrow
 Leivas Tax Wealth Management
 NorCal REIA
 NSDREI
 Pasadena FIBI
 Real Wealth Network
 In A Day Development
 Spinnaker Loans
 uDirect IRA
 
 
 
 The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 National and Commercial Panel Pt 1

 The Norris Group proudly presents its 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

COVID forced us to cancel our black-tie event at the Nixon Library for the very first time. But we thought the content for this evening was even more important than ever. So important, we’ve split it into two nights. First we had the California Residential Town Hall.  Next we have the National and Commercial Townhall. We purposely positioned this after the election, bringing together experts from all over the United States that also focused on different asset classes and strategies. With the uncertainty we’re facing how are people feeling about 2021 shifts they are making and what they see for the year ahead.

First up is Bruce Norris and Aaron Norris to kick off the night followed by Marco Santarelli of Norada Real Estate Investments 

First up is Bruce Norris and Aaron Norris to kick off the night followed by Marco Santarelli of Norada Real Estate Investments

 Platinum Partners:
 
 •Norada Real Estate Investments
 •San Diego Creative Investors Association
 •The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
 •Think Realty Magazine
 •And Realty 411
 
 Gold Sponsors:
 
 7 Figure Flipping
 Inland Valley Association of Realtors
 Keller Williams Corona
 Keystone CPA, Inc.
 Las Brisas Escrow
 Leivas Tax Wealth Management
 NorCal REIA
 NSDREI
 Pasadena FIBI
 Real Wealth Network
 In A Day Development
 Spinnaker Loans
 uDirect IRA
 
 
 
 The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 Residential Panel Pt 4

 The Norris Group proudly presents its 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

 
 Platinum Partners:
 
 •Norada Real Estate Investments
 •San Diego Creative Investors Association
 •The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
 •Think Realty Magazine
 •And Realty 411
 
 Gold Sponsors:
 
 7 Figure Flipping
 Inland Valley Association of Realtors
 Keller Williams Corona
 Keystone CPA, Inc.
 Las Brisas Escrow
 Leivas Tax Wealth Management
 NorCal REIA
 NSDREI
 Pasadena FIBI
 Real Wealth Network
 In A Day Development
 Spinnaker Loans
 uDirect IRA
 
Final episode of the I Survived Real Estate 2020 Residential Panel featuring David Granzella and the Q&A session.
 
 The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 Residential Panel Pt 3

 The Norris Group proudly presents its 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

 
This episodes features Kathleen Kramer, OC REIA and Christina Suter, Pasadena FIBI

Platinum Partners:

• Norada Real Estate Investments
• San Diego Creative Investors Association
• The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
• Think Realty Magazine
• Realty 411
• Wilson Investments

 
 Gold Sponsors:
 

•  7 Figure Flipping
•  Inland Valley Association of Realtors
•  Keller Williams Corona
•  Keystone CPA, Inc.
•  Las Brisas Escrow
•  Leivas Tax Wealth Management
•  NorCal REIA
•  NSDREI
•  Pasadena FIBI
•  Real Wealth Network 
•  In A Day Development
•  Spinnaker Loans
•  uDirect IRA

 
 The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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I Survived Real Estate 2020 Residential Panel Pt 2

The Norris Group proudly presents it's 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

Platinum Partners:

• Norada Real Estate Investments
• San Diego Creative Investors Association
• The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
• Think Realty Magazine
• Realty 411
• Wilson Investments

Gold Sponsors:

• 7 Figure Flipping
• Inland Valley Association of Realtors
• Keller Williams Corona
• Keystone CPA, Inc.
• Las Brisas Escrow
• Leivas Tax Wealth Management
• NorCal REIA
• NSDREI
• Pasadena FIBI
• Real Wealth Network 
• In A Day Development
• Spinnaker Loans
• uDirect IRA
  
  
  
  The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.
  
  
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I Survived Real Estate 2020 Residential Panel Pt 1

 The Norris Group proudly presents it's 13th annual, award-winning black-tie event, “I Survived Real Estate”.  Industry experts join Bruce and Aaron Norris to discuss perplexing industry trends, head-scratching legislation, and opportunities emerging for real estate professionals headed into 2021. All proceeds from the event benefit Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

Platinum Partners:

•Norada Real Estate Investments
•San Diego Creative Investors Association
•The Outspoken Investor, Tony Alvarez
•Think Realty Magazine
•And Realty 411

Gold Sponsors:

7 Figure Flipping
Inland Valley Association of Realtors
Keller Williams Corona
Keystone CPA, Inc.
Las Brisas Escrow
Leivas Tax Wealth Management 
NorCal REIA
NSDREI
Pasadena FIBI 
Real Wealth Network
In A Day Development
Spinnaker Loans
uDirect IRA

Wilson Investment Properties



The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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TNG I Survived Real Estate Legacy Series with Dyches Boddiford

 The Norris Group's Legacy Series is interviews with I Survived Real Estate Rohny Award winners.  Next up in the 2020 series is real estate mentor and educator Dyches Boddiford.  The Rohny Award is given every year to a real estate educator or mentor that has impacted the real estate investment market and many careers along the way.

Dyches Boddiford (pronounced Dykes) grew up on a farm in rural South Georgia, 10 miles from the small town of Sylvania.

Dyches attended the Georgia Institute of Technology, graduating with a BS degree in Physics in 1971, an MS in Information & Computer Science in 1972, and post-graduate work in 1973. Though never having had an electrical engineering course, he accepted an offer from a small Atlanta company as an Electrical Engineer beginning in 1973.

In 1980 he began to learn about real estate and buy property on a part-time basis. His first property was his own home, but soon was picking up rental properties as well.

Then around 1984, because of his travel schedule, Dyches began studying and purchasing discount mortgages. He saw this as a way to invest in real estate without the need to deal with the property itself. But even then, he continued to add properties to his portfolio for the tax advantages and appreciation.

In 1991, a national company on the New York stock exchange purchased the company for which he worked. They reorganized the company and Dyches was let go. At that point, he was in the third year of a five-year plan to replace his salary with his real estate income. He began working full time in his real estate investments and in 1992 earned more than he had worked for his old employer. His regret is that he didn't go full-time 10 years earlier.

During 1991 Dyches was President of the Georgia Real Estate Investors Association (GaREIA). He was instrumental in securing the first permanent office space GaREIA enjoyed.

During the early 1990s, most banks and financial institutions were unwilling to finance manufactured homes. Dyches saw this as an opportunity to profit. He studied what others were doing and devised his own program to purchase used homes cheaply and sell them with owner financing at retail prices.

During the late 1980s, Dyches and another investor had researched the use of land trusts in Georgia. By 1992, they decided that because they were getting so many calls asking about trusts, they would teach a weekend class for GaREIA. Dyches also added a Corporation segment to the session to show how other entities could be used with the trusts.

Over the next couple of years, Dyches was approached by a national seminar promoter to teach Corporations for him. Thus the Corporate Fortress was born and has subsequently been licensed by an attorney to use with a presentation he makes nationally.

Dyches also developed his Mobile Home Money Machine course to teach others how to make money as he did in manufactured homes. When he began to develop subdivisions for mobile homes, he joined Newton Boykin in writing the book Deals in Dirt.

Even though he has added additional courses over the years and is a national speaker, Dyches has remained a full-time real estate investor. That is his main business and feels that only by being active in real estate investing can he bring real-world experience to his classes and materials.

Bruce and Dyches talk about strategies , how he began teaching and how his daughter is carving her own niche in real estate.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.

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TNG I Survived Real Estate Legacy Series with Peter Fortunato

 The Norris Group's Legacy Series is interviews with I Survived Real Estate Rohny Award winners.  Next up in the 2020 series is real estate mentor and educator Peter Fortunato.  The Rohny Award is given every year to a real estate educator or mentor that has impacted the real estate investment market and many careers along the way.

Peter is a libertarian and a capitalist. He believes that transactions which you can be proud of result from carefully conceived goals and plans followed by purposeful actions and scrupulous documentation.

Upon graduating from high school in 1965, Peter went right into the real estate business. His motivation was his desire to be self-employed until he could afford to be unemployed.

Pete says “Everyone who knew me believed that I was unemployable. They were right. I still am!”

Peter was excited about being free to build his business and his future. He attended seminars and read at every opportunity. He sought out and learned from many mentors and benefited from the example and counsel of his father who always encouraged and supported him.

Pete finished college with a clientele and an investment portfolio. By 1975 his investment income had eliminated his need for fees from clients to fund his lifestyle.

Peter continues to teach and to attend real estate and investment seminars and meetings regularly. He is respected for his clear and patient explanations of investment concepts and
 transactions. He has been building, structuring, manipulating and managing investment transactions and portfolios for more than 45 years.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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TNG I Survived Real Estate Legacy Series with "Coach" Jack Fullerton

 The Norris Group's Legacy Series is interviews with I Survived Real Estate Rohny Award winners.  Next up in the 2020 series is foreclosure specialist and educator The Coach, Jack Fullerton.  The Rohny Award is given every year to a real estate educator or mentor that has impacted the real estate investment market and many careers along the way.

“Coach” Jack Fullerton is a well-loved real estate investor and connector in the real estate investor community. He was recognized in 2014 with the Rohny Award for being a mentor to many in the Southern California real estate community and beyond. He was our first to receive the honor.

Bruce and Coach Fullerton talk about how  Coach got started in real estate, how he started teaching and why he is called Coach.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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TNG I Survived Real Estate Legacy Series with Ward Hanigan

The Norris Group's Legacy Series is interviews with I Survived Real Estate Rohny Award winners.  Next up in the 2020 series is foreclosure specialist and educator Ward Hanigan.  The Rohny Award is given every year to a real estate educator or mentor that has impacted the real estate investment market and many careers along the way.

Ward Hanigan is a full-time foreclosure specialist and trainer in San Diego County. He brings you over 37 years of real estate experience, with a degree in Economics and a Doctorate in Law. He has worked in California’s foreclosure market exclusively since 1982, and as a consequence he has extensive experience finding cash, researching title, handling evictions, rehabbing, reselling, consulting, and is a “one-on-one” trainer and mentor to some of the most successful foreclosure practitioners in the Western United States.

Bruce and Ward talk about how Ward got started md shares some heart felt stories that shaped his life and decisions.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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TNG I Survived Real Estate Legacy Series with John Schaub

 The Norris Group's Legacy Series is interviews with I Survived Real Estate Rohny Award winners.  First in the 2020 series is real estate author and educator John Schaub.  The Rohny Award is given every year to a real estate educator or mentor that has impacted the real estate investment market and many careers along the way.

John Schaub has prospered during three recessions, four tax law changes and interest rates ranging from 6-16% in his 35 years as a real estate investor. His 2005 best-selling book, Building Wealth One House at a Time, assisted more than 100,000 real estate enthusiasts on their way to successful invest­ing. His 2007 book, Building Wealth in a Changing Real Estate Market, is available online and in bookstores.

 

John recommends buying better, well-located houses rather than cheaper houses and other management-intensive properties. Better houses are more profitable and far less trouble. He advocates paying off debt, owning properties free and clear, and renting only to long term, high quality tenants.

 

John buys, sells and manages his own properties, and enjoys providing quality housing at fair prices for working families in his community. He teaches one Building Wealth One House at a Time seminar each year where students learn how to identify the best investment property in their town, how to buy it at below-market prices, and how to negotiate terms that guarantee a profit.

John also invests his time helping those who cannot afford to buy a home through conventional sources through his work with Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing. John has served for more than 20 years on the board of Sarasota Habitat, 7 years on Habitat's International Board and currently serves as the chair of the  board of the Fuller Center for Housing.

 

John, a Florida native, is a proud graduate of the University of Florida, where he earned his B.A. from the College of Business Administration in 1970. He is an accomplished boat captain (power and sail), fisherman, skier (snow and water) and an instrument-rated pilot. John loves to travel, especially with his wife Valerie and their young adult children.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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John Burns, CEO John Burns Real Estate Consulting Pt 2

John leads a consulting firm that specializes in independent, unbiased analyses of the real estate industry. The company is on retainer with a very diversified group of companies to advise them on market conditions, and also completes a variety of project and portfolio specific advisory assignments. He was a CPA for 2 years and then spent 8 years in KPMG Peat Marwick's Real Estate Consulting practice (now called Bearing Point). He was also a Principal for four years at a national consulting firm before starting our firm in 2001. John has a M.B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles and a B.A. in economics from Stanford University.

Specialties: Real estate market research, Housing Analysis, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis and Valuation

Bruce and John talk about which states are winners and losers for migration.  How each state has been impacted based on their response to COVID and a very something very interesting that may come from this housing market.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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John Burns, CEO JBREC

 John leads a consulting firm that specializes in independent, unbiased analyses of the real estate industry. The company is on retainer with a very diversified group of companies to advise them on market conditions, and also completes a variety of project and portfolio specific advisory assignments. He was a CPA for 2 years and then spent 8 years in KPMG Peat Marwick's Real Estate Consulting practice (now called Bearing Point). He was also a Principal for four years at a national consulting firm before starting our firm in 2001. John has a M.B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles and a B.A. in economics from Stanford University.

Specialties: Real estate market research, Housing Analysis, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis and Valuation

Bruce and John talk about the government's response to the CoronaVirus and what the consequences of the stimulus package could be.

The Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.


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