Episode #37 - "HOA Dues & The Short Sale"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Who Pays the delinquent Home Owners Association dues in a Short Sale? The Seller? The Buyer? The Bank? The Real Estate Agents? It's an ugly situation and a big problem. Also, we’ll enter the Fun House for another creepy photo from my daily real estate adventures involving lots and lots of tiny legs. I’ll inspect any house... except the one you’re going to see in these photos. Unbelievable.

Episode #35 - "Pending Sales Plummet!"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Big headlines in the Real Estate Market: "Foreclosures Sell at 30% Discount!" and "Pending Home Sales Fell Off A Cliff!" I’ll go beyond those sensational headlines to put the Real in Real Estate. And we’ll enter the Fun House for a couple of photo’s from my daily real estate adventures.

Episode #34 - "B of A. Bunch of A*******!"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: The Government and the Banks are preaching foreclosure alternatives. So why is it so hard to complete a short sale? Why? Specifically, what is wrong with Bank of America? Do they really want to work with seller's on Short Sale's? And, thankfully, the home buyer tax credit has been extended at the last minute. Can you hear the sigh of relief from all the buyer's currently in escrow? Share your thoughts.

Episode #32 - "Tax Credit For Felons"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Tax Credits for First Time Home Buyers, Tax Credits for Move Up Home Buyers... But Tax Credits for Convicted Felons serving life in prison? New Home Sales Bite the Big One in May, but Existing Home Sales were up in most parts of the country. And we’ll enter the Fun House for another amusing photograph from my daily Real Estate Adventures.

Episode #31 - "Miss Information"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: There’s a ton of misinformation being spread throughout the real estate market. I will put the "Real" in Real Estate and set the record straight. The Federal Tax Credit extension? Not so fast... And we’ll enter the Fun House for another thrilling photo from my daily real estate adventures!

Episode #30 - ".38 Special"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Harvard University has weighed in on the state of the housing market and how the future may be shaped. Don’t hold your breath, you’ll get better Real Estate analysis out of ITT Tech. The Federal Tax Credit has been extended. Sort of. We’ll enter the Fun House for another photo from my daily real estate adventures, and I suggest you put your hat on straight before it starts... Because it’s the right thing to do.

Episode #29 - "To Buy or To Rent?"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: To Rent or To Buy? That is the question. We'll revisit the Trulia.com Rent vs. Buy index which shouldn't mean anything more to you than what it really is: A piece of entertainment. Another question: Is a housing shortage on the way? That's right, a housing shortage. And we’ll enter the Fun House for another frightening photo from my daily real estate adventures - Always remove the extremely dangerous plants & trees prior to placing your home on the market.

Episode #27 - "Curb Appeal"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: HGTV's FrontDoor.com web site has produced nine ways to improve your home's curb appeal. Most of their suggestions are good, but some, if interpreted incorrectly, might get you into trouble. Should you really just eliminate "signs" of water damage? And we'll enter the Fun House for yet another photo from my daily real estate adventures. I can't imagine you've seen wallpaper like this often.

Episode 26 - "House Wars: Revenge of the Lender"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Lawmakers are trying to extend the Federal Home Buyer Tax Credit, but it doesn't help everybody. "Experts" warn foreclosure may lead to a lawsuit. We'll take a trip to the dark side and into Darth Vaders head, and we'll enter the Fun House for another brilliant photograph from my daily real estate adventures. Some people hang crosses above their beds, others... not so much.

Episode 25 - "Camels, Paparazzi & Interest Rates"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Interest Rates are great! The 30 year fixed rate is istting well below 5%, I’ll tell you where to go to find out about home buying assistance programs no matter which state you live in, ; and we’ll enter the fun house for some photographic fun from my daily Real Estate adventures which, today, includes camels.

Episode 24 - "Forget 2012, It's All About 2013!"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: A new survey says first-time home-owners were surprised by how expensive it was to own a home, a Recovery in 2013? So says Zillow.com! And the median home price for much of Ventura County has...Gone UP! And we'll enter the Fun House for yet another photo from my daily real estate adventures.

Episode 23 - "Hotel California"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: Loan delinquencies are down, but lender REO inventory is up. A look at the California Association of Realtors Talking Points, The Trulia.com Rent vs. Buy Index, and we’ll enter the Fun House for another sweet photo from my daily Real Estate adventures.

Episode-22 "No Payment For 11 Months?"

AB 1178 was approved in the California Senate yesterday. Do you know what it means? If not, once I finish explaining it in this video you need to go hug your favorite Realtor. Also, I spoke to a friend who hasn't made a payment for 11 months! 11 months! And we'll enter the Fun House and grab my photo album full of sweet pictures from my daily real estate adventures. Oh, and a message for Bud Selig.

Episode-21 "H.A.F.A. Good or Bad?"

Thinking of going the short sale route? Have you heard of the HAFA program? Better yet, has your Realtor heard of the HAFA program and, if so, can they explain it intelligently? In this episode of Real Estate TV I'll go through the HAFA agreement with you and give you my opinion of it and what I would do. And, as usual, we'll enter the Fun House for another sweet photo from my daily Real Estate adventures. Thanks for watching.

Episode-20 "Stand Up And Shout!"

When it comes to Real Estate News, it appears Captain Obvious writes for CNNMoney.com, the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. Tell us something we DON'T know about the Real Estate market. And does 8 months seem like a quick foreclosure to you? Because according to the New York Times, it is quite quick. Also in this episode I profess my love for the Metal, we'll enter the Fun House for another sweet Real Estate photo, and can you tell me where the shirt on the wall came from?

Episode-19 "Listing Expired, You're Fired"

Back from vacation and back in front of the camera for another episode of Real Estate TV. And I have the result of my first ever wine tasting. Feel free to comment on why the bottle of wine I bought in Napa sucks. I can't wait. While I was on vacation one of my listings expired and the home owner chose to list his property with someone else. Basically, the listing expired and I was fired. But was the seller completely honest with themself about why their property didn't sell? Thanks for watching, commenting, subscribing and sharing.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 18 "Boring CA Tax Credits"

The Federal Tax Credits are long gone, but the state of California continues with the generosity. California has set aside $100-Million for New Home Buyers and $100-Million for First Time Buyers. But, it's first come, first served so watch this boring tax video, enhanced with exciting photos to keep your attention, and find out what it takes to qualify before the money runs out.

Episode-17 "Guess Why It Didn't Sell"

This episode of Real Estate TV presents a home that failed to sell. Why? Because the home owner did one of the worst things you can do if you ever intend to sell your home for top dollar. Can you guess why this house didn't sell before I reveal the answer? Watch and give it a shot.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 16 "Wine, Beer & Closing Costs"

In this episode of Real Estate TV, Matt discusses asking for closing costs and the factors that effect your offer and whether or not you'll get a closing cost credit. Also, a brief comment on the hoops one must jump through in order to swallow a mouth full of wine, compared with the two step simplicity of beer.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 15 "Liar, Liar, Loans On Fire"

The Senate voted last week to ban the so-called "liar loans." What are your thoughts? Personally, I think it's great. Guess what, now you have to prove you make money and prove you can repay your loan. What a concept! And if you rely on tips and can't prove your income, perhaps it's time for a new career.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 14 "Bad Media, Bad... Shamon!"

Read an article online from Realtor Magazine that was titled "How To Keep The Housing Recovery Going." Naturally, I had to read it. Apparently somebody has the answers to how to keep the real estate market going strong in the current economy... Or not. There was only one tiny quote worth repeating in the article. I'll never get those 10 minutes back. I'll discuss that one quote as well as show you one of the greatest intersections in the world. Shamon!

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 13 "Short Sale vs. Foreclosure Pt.2"

In this episode of Real Estate TV: What is more beneficial to you if you're about to lose your home, a Short Sale or plain old Foreclosure? Believe it or not, there's quite a bit of money to be made through foreclosure and not by the bank, by you. Remember, it's a business decision and what really matters is what's best for you and your family.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 12 "Short Sale vs. Foreclosure Pt.1"

Who really benefits from a short sale? The seller? The seller's bank? The IRS? The Real Estate Agents? How soon can you buy another home if you short sale your current residence? How soon can you buy another home if your home is repossessed? I'll discuss all of that and more in this episode of Real Estate TV. If you can't watch the entire video, you can always subscribe to the Real Estate TV video podcast via iTunes. Thanks for watching.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 11 "Short Sale Credit Score Myth"

It is often said that a Short Sale is better for your credit score than a foreclosure. Is that really true? Find out in this episode of Real Estate TV.

Matt Cooper's Real Estate TV 10 "23 Cats!"

There are many things you should address prior to putting your house on the market, but let's start with the pets. Those lovable, stinky pets.