Author

Aaron Norris

Aaron Norris is vice president of The Norris Group, a California-based hard money lender specializing in flips, rentals, new construction, and accessory dwelling units. Aaron has been in the real estate industry for almost 20 years in different facets of the space, including design, construction, and investments.

Experience
Aaron is obsessed with studying technology and trends (artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, shared economy, virtual reality, and FinTech). He teaches nationwide on topics like iBuyers, marketing trends, accessory dwelling units, and opportunity zones.

Aaron has been co-host and producer of the weekly award-winning TNG Real Estate Radio Show and podcast since 2007. The show focuses on economics, trends, and thought leadership in the real estate space. Guests have included Zillow, Fannie, FBI, Realogy, and numerous local and national experts.

Aaron is also the creator of The Norris Group’s series “I Survived Real Estate,” which has raised almost $1 million for charity since its inception in 2008. The black-tie event pulls together leaders throughout the real estate industry to discuss regulation, legislation, and forecasts for the year ahead. You can find much of his work on YouTube, as well as Amazon.

Press

Aaron’s writing has been published on several outlets, including BiggerPockets, Forbes, and Think Realty. His beat is typically focused on where technology and real estate collide and where investors can find hidden opportunities.

Accreditations

Aaron serves on several local nonprofit and professional association boards and is actively involved in the community in efforts like Give BIG Riverside County (founding team member). In total, Aaron has been directly involved in raising over $2 million for charity since 2008. He’s also an Accredited Public Relations professional (APR), in addition to holding his Certified Specialist in Planned Giving (CPSG) designation.

Education

Aaron has an MBA from UC Irvine with a focus in Marketing Communications.

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Instagram @thenorrisgroup

Education

Aaron has an MBA from UC Irvine with a focus in Marketing Communications.

Follow

www.TheNorrisGroup.com
LinkedIn
The Norris Group on YouTube
The Norris Group on Facebook
Instagram @thenorrisgroup

Landlording & Property Management 4 min read

Dec 23, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Aaron Norris

What Exactly Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

It goes by many names: guesthouse, granny flat, in-law suite, and the list goes on. But what actually is an ADU (accessory dwelling unit)? In this article, I'll define an…

Landlording & Property Management 6 min read

Jul 22, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Aaron Norris

10 Things to Consider When Investing in Accessory Dwelling Units

As the affordable housing crisis worsens, states like California are considering legislation to reduce red tape for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which are also known as granny flats, backyard…

Flipping 6 min read

Jun 06, 2018Mar 16, 2021 Aaron Norris

5 Tips to Help Investors Handle Hoarder House Situations

I interviewed Dr. Robin Zasio from TV's Hoarders to find out how real estate investors can best deal with hoarder houses with a focus on respect and success.

Landlording & Property Management 5 min read

Apr 06, 2018Mar 16, 2021 Aaron Norris

How Amazon Could Change the Condo and Apartment Market Forever

Here's how Amazon's new technology could completely upset the current apartment and condo markets, and why Real estate investors should pay close attention.

Rehab & DIY 7 min read

Jun 07, 2017Feb 20, 2024 Aaron Norris

The Free, Award-Winning App That Takes the Pain Out of Home Maintenance & Repair

Know that dreaded call from tenants about the dripping toilet? There’s an app for that—and it has tons of uses for builders, real estate agents & investors.