About Us:

The Norris Group actively buys and sells California real estate, trains California real estate professionals, and also help fund investor transactions through our hard money lending branch.

The mission of The Norris Group is to provide the highest level of service in every facet of real estate, trust deed investments, and investor education. We are driven by service, not sales, and are committed to conducting business based on the principles of The Golden Rule. We treat motivated sellers with respect and use our expertise to assist, not harm. We look at every trust deed investment as if our own money was involved. We promise to share every secret we know about the buying business with investors who participate in our training. And finally, we promise to lead the way with innovative programs, bringing benefits to all who are associated with The Norris Group. For more information, visit www.thenorrisgroup.com.

Areas of Expertise

The Norris Group is one of the only lenders in California who not only loans money to investors, but trains them as well. Our California-specific training is second to none. President Bruce Norris hosts our local radio show on KTIE 590AM called The Norris Group Real Estate Radio Show and interviews national real estate industry professionals that change our business. Bruce interviews industry leaders about current market trends, lending practices, building activities, foreclosures, and much more. We've funded over $150 million in hard money loans to investors since 1997.

Testimonials

"I have known of Mr. Norris' reputation as an educator and enterpreneur for considerably longer than I've known Bruce personally. And since our face-to-face meeting some three years ago, I now boast regularly of his friendship and remain in awe of his myriad achievements, success and unwavering dedication to his students and followers. Without a doubt, Bruce Norris is one of the (if not "the") most successful, knowledgeable, talented and sincere of the leading educators in this business. His tried and proven methods and training skills are unparalelled, and more thoroughly researched and professionaly presented than any I have ever seen." - Bill Gatten
(CEO, North American Realty Services, Inc.,
National speaker and sales trainer)

"I have been to (or have hosted) Bruce Norris events several times. He is one of my favorite people to listen to simply because of the wealth of knowledge he has gained based on a lifetime of experience as a Real Estate investor. Bruce has worked hard in developing useful strategies for purchasing property profitably based on market timing. He is a clear and effective teacher." - Stuart Baeriswyl (Executive Director, San Jose Real Estate Investors Association)

"I have been a long time student of Bruce Norris. Bruce has the ability to raise the level of education of the California investor making it easier for ME to do business without taking MY time to teach them. Bruce's topics are clear, timely, and relevant to the California investor." - Shawn Watkins (Executive Director, Investors Workshops)

"You are the only person that I will pay to take a seminar. I love hearing you speak and I value what you are saying because I feel you are a real person and very genuine. That is something you can't manufacture." - Anonymous

"A few years back you did a seminar about making $1,000,000 in 18 months. Up until that time I was buying, fixing, and selling most of my inventory. After that seminar, we held all that we could afford to keep. After that seminar, we kept 19 properties as rentals. Over the past six months, we have sold seven of those properties. I'm selling two more properties in the next five months. We're going to keep the last ten properties. Seven of the ten keepers will be free and clear in the next five months. We made way more than $1,000,000 just on the seven properties that we sold. We wouldn't have made that money without your seminar. Thanks, Bruce. You're the best." - Rick Solis

"Having attended over 50 seminars in a number of industries, I can say that The Norris Group puts on a first class event. Some of the seminars I have attended include Microsoft, Intel, and other Fortune 500 companies. The Norris Group's is equal to or better than those." - Anonymous

"Bruce is truly a class act. Professional in every aspect." - John Johnson

"We took $78,000 from our house in San Diego in 2002 and purchased 4 fourplexes in San Bernardino. In 2003, we were introduced to Bruce's California Countdown and he provided us with the knowledge to protect our appreciation. After protecting the appreciation in Texas with SFR, we will be returning to California ready as a 'savvy investors' with $4,000,000." - Dail and Susie Kyle

"Bruce works harder to earn my money than any other speaker I know." - Rene Caro

"Your written materials are unparalleled, as are your insights." - Ken Kossoff

"The Norris Group always goes above and beyond in its seminar, from the materials, to the food, to the content. It is apparent that you all truly care about and value your customers. I have followed Bruce for about 2 1/2 years and as a result have made a lot of money as an investor. Last year we moved our investments from California to Oregon just as prices started to take off in OR and stagnate in California. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" - Anonymous

"Bruce is THE teacher if you're going to be in our business in California." - Steve Love

"I've looked for an expert in my own yard here in California and found you. A lot of other gurus that teach are from other parts of the country and teach principles that don't take California's unique market into account. I am so glad to have found your organization and have become a client/student of yours." - Peter Fiala

"Since taking your course, I have closed over 22 deals in four months, and I am pocketing over $350,000. I just wanted to say 'thank you' and your system truly does work!"- Charles Harris

"Yes, the Bruce Norris Buying System has made me a lot of money and made my business grow. It has opened a door of possibilities that I only dreamed of before." -Reginald Lal

"These seminars are beyond anything that I could even have hoped for. If I learn nothing from these courses (as if that was even possible), I feel that I have gained from my association with Bruce Norris and his wonderful support staff. Thank you to all."

"The best seminar series I have been to in any industry!!!"

"If investors want good deals coming their way, I would recommend that they take the California "Only" Series. They won't regret it."

"The Norris Group seminars provide very clear and concise information specializing in the California marketplace with surgical precision, and upholding an extremely ethical level of professionalism. Exceptional job, folks!"

"I really appreciate the dedication Bruce puts in providing the best, top-notch, quality seminar that can be presented. I can't thank him and all his staff enough for all they have done for us. Each event adds to our understanding of real estate investing. Following Bruce's teachings has enabled us to accumulate assets of around $3 million! We are no longer dependent on jobs! We now have positive income for the rest of our lives. Thank you does not seem enough, but it is sincerely offered." - D. Kyle

"I would recommend this to any real estate professional. I am walking away with enough confusion to want to read more, good direction to make better decisions and a strong belief to not just take anyone's advice regarding my financial future. I was very surprised when I started learning about where the market is heading. I was surprised by what could happen to the lending industry. Ouch!"

"As bleak as the market looks in predictions, it appears there is money to be made for investors with the right strategies. Thanks for giving some good ideas about whicht areas to stay away from and in which areas to continue investing." - C. Culverhouse Brooke

"The Norris Group puts on an A+ class seminar. Nothing sub-prime about this seminar! This data will be very useful in creating a successful real estate strategy in the coming changing market. Thank you." - A. Hamilton

"As a high volume REO Broker, I hear much negative news. As a Realtor, I hear how great things are. Bruce helps me maintain the middle ground." - Mike Nouch-Smith

"Concise and up-to-date opinions of our market. A reassurance of direction." - J. Piero

"The validity of Bruce's projections of movement in the real estate market is proven by his careful analysis of the data and other factual information. I consider this information indispensable." - R. Yanda

"I am always extremely impressed by the programs The Norris Group presents. The seminar information is phenomenal, the materials are extremely well put together and comprehensive and the staff is very professional. The overall value provided by the Norris Group seminars always exceeds expectation. Thank you for the great programs! I am a faithful follower of your materials." - A. Flores

"A little scary (like global warming) but necessary for good decisions in this market. Knowledge is power. Thanks, Bruce." - The Berkley Group

"Great, believable, bottom line, real world. Thanks, Bruce." - F. Vega

"The results of 'the test' were surprising. I don't know if it will change the way I do business, but I will look at news reports differently! I would recommend this seminar to anyone involved in California real estate." - P. Young

"I feel the solidification of the predictions by Bruce in 1997 arms me with information that can be relayed to sellers who may not realize how important it is for them to move now rather than later based on the mass quantity of very bad loans made." - L. Duran

"This seminar is a must for any real estate professional/investor that wants to broaden their knowledge of how the market works and where the market is going. Bruce presents the information in a no pressure/easy-to-understand manner. I guarantee you will learn something new if you come to one of Bruce's events!" - M. Grigg

"Bruce is a fabulous speaker with relevant information for investors. I only wish I had more opportunities to hear him again! Thank you for a world-class seminar - it's unique in this industry. He's worth every penny." - J. Abraham

"Bruce is very knowledgeable and presents his information well. I also like Bruce's afternoon interview with the mortgage broker." - V. Newton

"The amount of information I learned about mortgages was a plus I did not expect." - Angel

"There are always valuable nuggets of information in what Bruce says that isn't captured in the manual. Furthermore, it'd be foolish not to keep oneself updated with data that The Norris Group tracks and provides." - Anonymous

"It is interesting to observe repetitive trend between NOD and trustee sales in the past. I would highly recommend this to any real estate professionals specifically in California. I learn a lot of granular information, not marketing or high-level hype. Just straight, straight!" - C. Yee Liew

"I liked best the straight talk about what's happening and the debunking of bogus prognostications." - K. Mills

"I really appreciate the detail of information Bruce goes into with every subject...very detail oriented; you can't find that in other seminars." - D. Vorkapich

"I will be very cautious as I invest in the future. I will not chase marginal deals and will follow Bruce's suggested buying formulas and know my market very well. The information Bruce has put together is exceptional. I've reviewed it and scrutinized it 6-ways to Sunday and I have not found a better source out there." - K. Olauson

"I have been to (or have hosted) Bruce Norris events several times. He is one of my favorite people to listen to simply because of the wealth of knowledge he has gained based on a lifetime of experience as a Real Estate investor. Bruce has worked hard in developing useful strategies for purchasing property profitably based on market timing. He is a clear and effective teacher." - Stuart Baeriswyl (Executive Director, San Jose Real Estate Investors Association)

"I find Bruce's integrity, professionalism and optimistic realism refreshing. He presents problems, possibilities and also solutions; a great teacher and business role model. No hype! Great value and best prices of all the seminar ‘gurus.' California specific was the missing link for me. He was the first one to address the uniqueness of our state. Also, the assignments to get us ‘out there' and the ability to get answers to our questions from one who knows our market is great too. Thanks all." - Linda Conway

"As always, the information presented was worth a hundred times the price of admission. There is no other place you can find such valuable information that is so applicable to our success as Real Estate investors."
- Chuck Chiodo

"Bruce has done the most thorough analysis of the upcoming California Real Estate market of anyone I know. His buying systems give the Real Estate investor a tool to make profitable buys in every market." - Anonymous

"I didn't think it was possible, but you outdid yourself-this was the best event yet! Your explanations and attention to detail gave clarity to concepts I've heard about but never fully comprehended. This series is phenomenal: very professional, superb research and explanations, integrity galore. Thanks for another superb Norris experience." - Linda Wessels

"This seminar is a must for every California investor-especially new ones!" - Michele Hurlbut

"Excellent teamwork! Thank you! Many thanks for all of the heads up and foresight to learn and share mold information that will come into play in the near future!" - Mark Ambrose

"Excellent! Never had material presented in such an organized and well-structured manner that followed the outline provided." - R. Charlie Brown

"The Norris Group provides a clear-cut method of buying property using any number of systems that best fit your personality and experience."
- Anonymous

"I have been to hundreds of seminars for all different subjects. The Norris Group rates as one of the smoothest implemented, most efficiently run, on time events with great information and materials that are top rate. Bruce does a great job; I will recommend you in the future." - Marlene Siersema

"Everything about these events is first class: the materials, the food, the staffing, etcetera. No one lays things out as honestly and practically as Bruce. Thanks for everything." - Anonymous

"As a novice, I wasn't even aware of buying systems. So much valuable information. Thanks." - Dee Hydinger

"The material quality, strategies, and cycle information equip the California investor with what is needed to be successful." - Matt Antonion

"Outstanding event. Exceptional information, well-presented and valuable for investors at every level. Bruce's integrity, ethics, and sincerity are, once again, crystal clear throughout. Bruce and his seminars are standouts in every regard." - Lucinda Giertz

"Very good information on a large variety of investing ways and Real Estate types." - Kenneth Keys

"As always, extremely informative. Great stuff! Well planned and thought out." - Mike Cantu

"Loved the seminar. Bruce was inspirational and helped me to understand many important aspects of Real Estate investing." - Anonymous

"The Norris Group presents the most comprehensive Real Estate seminar I have ever attended. They provide a roadmap with effective, well-researched strategies to deal with the variables of the market." - Al Perelstein

"Phenomenal!" - Anonymous

"Exceeded my expectations. I would recommend it to others; awesome seminar. It will make me a lot of money." - Mohammed Memon

"Again, a first-class event!" - Hank Guarienti

"Thanks, Bruce! Your willingness to share your knowledge and experiences is very much appreciated!" - Kelly Olauson

"Though I have experience/training in the wholesale/foreclosure/short sale arenas, I was interested in finding out what he had to say for ‘California only' deals and the market change. I now have a confidence that I'm prepared to handle the upcoming market with a new arsenal of buying methods-in addition to the ones I already had. Thanks, Bruce!" - Brenda Tippy

"Bruce has several unique attributes that, in my opinion, set him apart from all the rest of the Real Estate ‘educators'-and I've spent thousands with most of the others in this industry.

1. Honesty - Bruce will not hesitate to shoot straight, even if it leaves him looking not like a genius. His opinion, when given, can be taken to the bank.
2. Integrity - Bruce exudes integrity-you know when you are dealing with him that he is always willing to take full responsibility for everything he says and does.
3. The quality and depth of the materials he presents is unparalleled. He really has taken the time to do research most others would not do. The result is he can actually accurately predict where things are headed before they get there, not after.
4. Lack of hype - his materials and presentation are pure nuts and bolts." - Dean

"This is the only source of foreclosure info that I've been to that is California-specific. That makes a tremendous difference. I also like Bruce's ethics since I want to do business similarly."

"Before attending this foreclosure seminar, I was unaware of the foreclosure process and the many, many options to buy and hold title of various properties. I'm very excited for the challenges and profits in the near future. I have changed my mental attitude from a buyer to an investor. Thank you, TNG."

"Finally I feel I've been given the straight truth about the foreclosure business in California. There is so much misinformation out there, and it's nice to hear it straight! Thanks, Bruce."

"I have found the California-specific education very useful to help me avoid some of the pitfalls you all experienced when you began."

"This is an outstanding seminar for a new investor as well as a seasoned investor. I would highly recommend this seminar to anyone serious about investing. The take-home material as well as the homework is second to none.Thank you for the opportunity to learn from your experiences and the guest speakers that participated."

"The one-two punch of Ward and Bruce at the same seminar on foreclosures was an unforgettable opportunity."

"Thank you, Norris Group! Being a veteran in this business has been made much easier because of the knowledge and information you have shared with us."

"The series is expertly designed and executed for the purpose of making students successful. Bravo and thank you!"

"I love the no-hype and puffing unlike other pricier and less substantial seminars. I trust anything and anyone Bruce recommends and hope to be able to do business with The Norris Group. Your focus on the California market is a Godsend! Thanks all!"

"The information discussed by Bruce and outlined in the text is relevant to not only the beginner investor, but the seasoned investor also. Well coordinated and executed."

"The explanation of the structuring of the foreclosure process and the alternatives and opportunities afforded by an understanding of this process provides the much-needed confidence to set out on my journey toward self-sufficiency and wealth accumulation."

"I feel very confident to begin investing in foreclosures and I know I have people to ask for advice if I have a question."

"Specific emphasis on California was crucial. From market trends and tailored buying strategies to straightforward explanations of foreclosure-specific laws."

"I learned valuable techniques that will help me break the ice while door knocking and calling distressed homeowners. I appreciate Bruce's constant comments on being honest and above board. Unfortunately, there are teachers out there who don't stress that enough. I can't wait to hear about the October event!"

"The Norris Group is the only place you need to go to be successful in the California real estate buying business. Thank you!"

"I could not imagine going into the foreclosure business in California without Bruce's training. The skills I learned will help me be a very successful buyer if I put it into practice (which I will). Thank you, Bruce."

"I have never been disappointed in one of your courses and this is no exception! This was, by far, the best ever."

"The Norris Group has wrecked my ability to attend other seminars. The Norris Group is a world-class company who puts on world-class seminars with world-class documentation."

"The Norris Group is the most ethical and professional seminar education company I have seen in the real estate seminar business. The Norris Group is like the NFL and the others are just street pickup football."

"Wow. Bruce is the most ethical real estate instructor I have ever come across. I am so glad I stumbled across your website."

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