The most recent programs for the Real estate Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=4069 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 19 May 2013 09:10:51 GMT Housing experts and civil rights advocates discussed the future of the housing market. They focused on rising foreclosures, unequal opportunity, and access to credit. Janis Bowdler in her opening remarks before the speakers said that the "topic of housing has been ignored" by the 2012 presidential candidates. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307592-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307592-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT David Wise discussed properties owned and leased by the federal government, which total about 400,000 buildings. Of those 400,000 about 68,000 are leased to non-government entities, the remainder are primarily held as government buildings. Wise highlighted the disparity between the upkeep costs and property valuation of several properties; alluding that some of the properties may not be actively updated. Viewer questions were taken via telephone and electronic devices. This program was part of C-SPAN's "Your Money" series. Each Monday morning the last hour of "Washington Journal" is devoted to a federal program, focusing on its mission, participants, and cost. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307061-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307061-5 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Paul Bishop talked about real estate market trends, and responded to viewer phone calls and electronic communications. Topics included new home construction, existing home sales, interest rates, pricing and the overall economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306949-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306949-4 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Clarence Y.H. Lo talked about his book, [Small Property versus Big Government: Social Origins of the Property Tax Revolt]. Video clips were shown of NBC news reports on the California ballot initiative Proposition 13. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2012 LCV Cities Tour" in Jefferson City, Missouri, on June 4-7 to feature the history and literary life of the community. Working with the Mediacom local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306902-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306902-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mayors, business leaders and policy analysts discussed a new report showing that less than 10 percent of the U.S. metropolitan areas have regained the jobs they've lost in the economic downturn. They focused on ideas for how to deal with foreclosed or deserted properties. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303750-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303750-2 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about rising prices on farmland and investment speculation that the rising prices had encouraged. The price of farmland in America had doubled over the past decade. Low interest rates and record high crop prices had further spurred interest in investment. FDIC Chair Sheila Bair said that while she did not see an immediate problem, the sharp increase in farmland prices created a potential for agricultural "bubble." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298427-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298427-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Industry leaders and experts testified on the current condition and challenges facing the housing market. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298403-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298403-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Representative Mike Honda made opening remarks on the history of immigration policy in the Unites States. In his comments he said that immigration is not just a Hispanic issue. Afterward, panelists talked about the need for comprehensive immigration reform and how immigration affects housing policy. They answered questions from members of the audience following their discussion. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298329-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298329-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the impact of the commercial real estate market on the stability of banks. They focused on comparisons between the situations in the commercial and residential markets, and examined some details of the commercial real estate business. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297857-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297857-2 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the impact of the commercial real estate market on the stability of banks. In his testimony, Patrick Parkinson said that banks have only taken 40 to 50 percent of the losses from commercial real estate they could eventually incur, but he added that problems in the sector are mostly a threat to smaller banks and do not appear to pose a risk to the entire financial system. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297857-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297857-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dana Olick talked about the latest on the real estate industry, including the recent report that found despite government aid foreclosure activity rose 19 percent in March 2010. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293054-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293054-4 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the condition of small business and commercial real estate lending in local markets. The Obama Administration proposed transferring $30 billion dollars from the Troubled Asset Relief Program into a new federal fund to support lending for small business, known as the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). Several members of the panel of small business owners and business groups said the Small Business Administration should lend small business money directly. This was the first of three panels. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292282-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292282-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the condition of small business and commercial real estate lending in local markets. The Obama Administration proposed transferring $30 billion dollars from the Troubled Asset Relief Program into a new federal fund to support lending for small business, known as the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). The third, and final, panel of banking executives talked about how their institutions viewed the proposals. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292282-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292282-3 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dawn Kopecki talked about the latest developments in the residential and commercial real estate markets. Topics included recent trends in residential foreclosure rates and purchases of new and pre-existing homes. She addressed the concern that the nation's $3.5 trillion commercial real estate market is facing a potentially severe crisis due to rising defaults which may lead to a second wave of losses at large U.S. banks. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290278-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290278-4 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Shari Olefson talked about her first book [Foreclosure Nation: Mortgaging the American Dream] (Prometheus Books; March 24, 2009). A Florida real estate attorney and educator, she explained why she believes the housing market crunch developed, how individuals can get out of it without losing their homes, and what the future looks like for the housing market as a whole. She interacted with the audience throughout the event and responded to questions from members of the audience at the Hyatt Regency. The sponsor of the program is not known. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286928-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286928-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Kunz, participating from New York City, talked about how public policy decisions in Washington impact the nation's real estate industry. He responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. This program was the first of a five-part "Washington Journal" series on how the economy and public policy are impacting certain U.S. industries, including home ownership, auto industry, energy, health care, and tourism. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285090-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285090-5 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT This section featured a floor debate on an amendment offered by Rep. Lofgren, entitled H.AMDT.24, for HR 1106, the Helping Families Save Their Homes Act. The House passed both HR 1106 by a vote of 234-191 and H. AMDT.24 by a vote of 263-164 on March 5th, 2009. The Amendment required homeowners to spend at least 30 days trying to modify a mortgage using the mechanisms provided by HR 1106 before filing for bankruptcy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284445-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284445-2 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Moderated by Mr. Fishbein, the panelists discussed nontraditional mortgages, such as interest-only and piggyback mortgages. Some of the participants said these are they too exotic for most homeowners. Other topics included the housing market, prime vs. 'subprime' mortgage market, predatory lending practices, consumer protection, and mandated disclosures. After their presentations they responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195587-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195587-2 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about real estate sales over the Internet, market practices by realtors, brokerage fees for Internet sales, and the impact of Internet real estate services on the housing industry. They also talked about regulation of real estate practices, the cost of services, and commission fees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193567-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193567-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Greenhut talked about his book [Abuse Of Power: How The Government Misuses Eminent Domain], published by Seven Locks Press. In June 2004, his book documented this growing use of local government power to seize property for the use of private developers. A year later, in June 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in [Kelo v. New London] that local governments may force private property owners to sell to make way for private economic development, even if the property is not blighted. In response, many states have passed legislation and proposed amendments to their state constitutions to block this governmental power over the rights of property owners. Timothy Sandefur submitted a friend-of-the-court brief on behalf of property owners in the Kelo case. In addition, he consulted in the drafting of State Senator Tom McClintock's proposed constitutional amendment to limit eminent domain in California. The panelists discussed the various ways governments have abused the power of eminent domain in the seizure of property from private owners. The discussion ranged from the time of American colonization to the present day, including ways property owners are fighting to protect their rights. The discussion is moderated by David Theroux. After their presentations the panelists answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191279-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191279-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Federal Reserve Board Governor Edward Gramlich, who was introduced by Mr. Harney, spoke to the National Association of Real Estate Editors about housing and mortgage finance from the perspective of a member of the Federal Reserve. He then answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187023-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187023-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Brobeck discussed interest rates, lending behavior, and borrowing behavior. He noted that borrowers with the least education and market experience tend to choose variable rate mortgages, which put them at high risk in a time of sharply rising interest rates. He responded to audience questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182871-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182871-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about proposed changes to Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act regulations. Although a number of changes were proposed, the most contentious issue was a rule that would allow mortgage lenders to bundle the loan with mortgage settlement and other services. Supporters of the rule argued that, by permitting lenders to offer a complete mortgage package, the rule would simplify the process for borrowers. Opponents expressed concern that the rule would prevent consumers from searching for the best price on each service, and that packaging services would allow large lenders to drive small mortgage services firms out of business, decreasing competition and ultimately increasing the price paid by consumers. Some witnesses and members of the committee also criticized the rule-making process, claiming that supporting evidence and analysis were lacking and that the secretive nature of the process did not allow adequate public scrutiny and input. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179799-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179799-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT In an excerpt, Senator Lott spoke on the issue of private property legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/108771-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/108771-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Barbour spoke about the Republican perspectives on the upcoming elections and their impact on developers' business. Following his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/76057-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/76057-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT Trammell Crow, founder and chairman of the Trammell Crow Company, a large real estate company, discussed his experiences in the real estate industry in Texas. He spoke on the fluctuations in the real estate industry, and his company's growth into one of the largest real estate firms in the nation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20330-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20330-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT This was the first open meeting of the Resolution Trust Corp. National Advisory Board. Items discussed included seller financing, valuation of real estate, and the disposition of affordable housing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14004-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14004-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT The committee met to investigate the problems in real estate markets with respect to loans and the response of federal and state regulating agencies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13478-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13478-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7241-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7241-1 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT