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ARAMCO's President & CEO, Mehran Aram, discusses with Radio host Mark Carbonaro from Monterey's PowerTalk 1460 the current climate in the housing and commercial real estate industry and how it's being affected by the global pandemic.
Global Economic Uncertainty Pushing Treasury Yields Down by Mehran Aram
Tariffs Reduction, Retail Sales Report and Mortgage Rates by Mehran Aram
Current Mortgage Rates by Mehran Aram
Mark welcomes back Mehran Aram for the latest on the stock markets, real estate markets, and how all of that is affected by the partial government shutdown still in effect. Also, did Elizabeth Warren try a little too hard in her video at home where she "has a beer" with her Instagram followers?
Mark says Joy Reid and those on MSNBC don't want the Democrats to campaign 2 white guys to run for President and Vice President on the 2020 ticket. They'll have none of that! Also, Mehran Aram has everything in terms of updates on the stock and housing markets, as well as the latest judge ruling on the ACA's constitutionality and how it can affect your bottom line.
It was a wild weekend if you were on the mainstream media whether it pertained to firm denials of legitimacy for elected office, to if you're a white woman who's Republican, you're benefiting from "white supremacy." Also, with the latest attempts by the stock market to be semi-okay, Mehran Aram joins us to discuss the latest updates.
Mark runs through today's package of sound which includes a couple bites from ABC News where they claim that the Mueller investigation is taking its time because Mueller is a life-long Republican, as well as Democrats looking at options on how to counter those who like President Trump's policies. Also, the latest updates from Mehran Aram on the housing and stock markets as well as how tariffs could come to an end soon.
Rachel Bovard (Senior Director of Policy at the Conservative Partnership Institute) provides an update on the return of Congress to Capitol Hill after a week-long respite... err... *cough* vacation last week. Also, the latest on the Federal Reserve, stock and housing markets with Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group.
Mark welcomes back, in sound bite form, the incomparable filmmaker and leftist extraordinare Michael Moore. He thinks Donald Trump will win re-election in 2020 but there's a reason why and it's not what you think. Also, the latest from the stock and housing markets with Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group.
Mark gets some deeper and more provocative insight on the new U.S. embassy opening in Jerusalem today from author and foreign policy expert Bruce Hirschensohn. Also, Mehran Aram is back to update us on the rising interest rates that could hit a snag here and there and get back down sometime soon.
Mark brings in former US Attorney General Edwin Meese (under President Reagan) as he dissects his thoughts and analysis post-interview from former FBI Director James Comey and his allegations toward President Trump. Also, Mehran Aram and his team at The Aramco Group provide some fascinating numbers on the latest involving the stock and real estate markets.
Mark goes off more on the dockless bikes as well as the Easter Eggs (err, Tweets) from President Trump. Also, more on the stock market and real estate/housing market from Mehran Aram and The Aramco Group.
Mark welcomes Peter Schweizer to the show for a discussion about his latest book "Secret Empire" and how there's loads of money being sent around politicians that you didn't even know existed. Also, with the interest rates being raised by the Federal Reserve, we get analysis on that and much more from Mehran Aram at The Aramco Group.
Mark opines on his recap of the Oscars, as well as President Trump's attending the Gridiron Dinner over the weekend... also, how someone secretly recorded the President (jokingly) making statements about Chinese President Xi on how great he is. Also, Mehran Aram from the Aramco Group lays it on thick on why President Trump made the tariffs announcement and what shall be done going forward.
Mark welcomes back national security expert at the Washington Times, Rowan Scarborough, as they chat about the latest indictments on a Dutch lawyer based in London who may have falsely reported answers to questions from the federal authorities related to the Mueller investigation. Also, El Cajon Mayor Bill Wells briefly chimes in on his announcement to run for Congressman Duncan D. Hunter's seat in the 50th district in California. Plus, we get an update on the housing market from Mehran Aram and The Aramco Group.
Mark chats with the new San Diego Police Chief-to-be, David Nisleit, as he gets set to take over the role as soon to be vacated by Shelley Zimmerman when she retires in March. Also, Mehran Aram analyzes the latest dip in the stock market and what it means for investors.
Mark plays some interesting audio from "unbiased" CNN host Chris Cuomo in talking about DACA and how House and Senate Republicans don't care about kids who were brought here illegally. Also, Mehran Aram provides some insight on how the government shutdown affects those looking to buy a house and take out a loan.
Mark checks in with Rowan Scarborough from the Washington Times on the latest riots and protests in Iran between the leaders and the nation's people. Also, Mehran Aram provides more insight into why home prices are still steadily affordable amid Federal Reserve rate increases that are looming.
Former Clinton administration official and the guy who used to carry the nuclear codes -- Col. Buzz Patterson - checks back in with Mark on the latest involving, what seems to be, an imminent war between Saudi Arabia and Lebanon. Also, Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group stops by on the heels of the House GOP tax bill passing and making its way to the Senate and what it means for American taxpayers.
Mark visits with Tom Del Bacarro from PoliticalVanguard.com on the Republicans' tax reform efforts back on Capitol Hill today. We hear from Sens. Cornyn, Toomey, Scott and Hatch with their thoughts as well. Also, jobs and real estate information released today and the numbers are discussed with Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group.
More discussion on the stories evolving throughout the day, including the mistrial declared against Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), the latest sexual misconduct/harassment/assault allegations against Sylvester Stallone and Senator Al Franken, and much more. Guests include Michael Reagan, and we get our weekly update on the housing market here in San Diego with Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group.
Mark checks in with Kate Obenshain from Young America's Foundation, as well as the author of "Divider in Chief", about the latest in DC. Also, Mehran Aram brings the latest data on the housing market in San Diego.
Terri Ivens joins Mark today... She's an actress who was in New York on 9/11 her second day at work on "All My Children" when one of the planes came in a low over her studio. She and Mark were also part of a relief team in New York City days after the attacks. Mark also chats with Mario Sierra -- Mario Sierra, Director of San Diego environmental services -- on a quick side note about hepatitis A issue⦠Rowan Scarborough from the Washington Times checks in on the anniversary of 9/11... and Mehran Aram from the Aramco Group chimes in on the latest reverse mortgage news and his latest workshop he's hosting.
Mark checks in with Dan McSwain from the San Diego Union Tribune on the latest Hepatitis A outbreak here in San Diego. Also, we check in with Mehran Aram from the Aramco Group to follow up on the breaking news over the weekend on reverse mortgages.
We listen to Vice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence as they lead a prayer, if people feel so inclined, to bring those together who are helping out those who've suffered from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Harvey. Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group has some breaking news when it comes to reverse mortgages and the federal government. Also, Jean Schulz - widow of Charles Schulz - provides her Burning Man experience as well as how she's running the museum in honor of her late husband.
Mark comes out of the gate to chat with Kate Obenshain from Young America's Foundation about the insanity out of Berkeley on the heels of Charlottesville. Also, former NASA director Glynn Lunney reports from Houston on the efforts being made to help others from the destruction of Hurricane Harvey. Finally, Mehran Aram checks in from The Aramco Group on the latest in the housing market.
Mark checks in with best-selling author Scott McEwen on President Trump's speech last night in Virginia on the war in Afghanistan and where we stand in that war that's been happening since 2001. Also, Mehran Aram from The Aramco Group gives us an update on the Federal Reserve and the housing market.
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Stephen Moore. Guests this hour include - Tony Perry, and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks about the Lakeside Rodeo coming up this weekend. – Mark talks to Tony Perry about Trump’s first 100 days, North Korea, and what the pre-emptive strike problem is. What is “Max” regarding North Korean retaliation, if attacked? - Mark has MORE this hour with Stephen Moore. – Mehran Aram talks to Mark about pushing growth, keeping earned money, home prices, and rates for mortgages. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with former Attorney General in the U.S., Alberto Gonzales. Guest this hour - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark loves what Trump does with Twitter, what politicians have always wanted to do regarding changing the subject; relation to the situation in North Korea. – Mark goes on and talks about airlines making different sections posh and squished and keeping flights affordable. – Mark discusses with former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, a special event in San Diego Old Town. – Mark talks to Mehran Aram about fed rate hikes. Do they mean higher mortgage rates? Also, homebuyers are being upset with the high prices. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Sandy Rios. Guests this hour include - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage), and Bill Gertz (The Washington Free Beacon). - Bill Gertz talks to Mark Larson about the Syrian strike because of their military use of chemical weapons. Was it also a message to China? They discuss the level of the attack without all the collateral damage. They talk about the Steve Bannon removal from the NSA advisory role. – Mark has MORE this hour with Sandy Rios. – Mark talks about how Obama handled redlines in Syria under his administration. Mark talks about the NEW stats about the attack in Sweden. – Mehran Aram talks to Mark about the interest rates, the bond market, and the effect on them from the political world. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with economist Stephen Moore. Guests this hour include - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage), Marty Schneider (The Retirement Professor), and Lorie Zapf (San Diego City Council). - Lorie Zapf joins the show to talk about, the city council saying what is permitted with housing and what is restricted; zoning within single family homes. – MORE this hour with Stephen Moore on the voting on The American Healthcare Act. – Marty Schneider talks to Mark about, taking your first required minimum distribution; otherwise there’s a 50% penalty. – KUSI TV UDATES us on fatal shooting being investigated near Gompers Preparatory Academy. – Mehran Aram discusses with Mark the new median home prices (dropping), in San Diego. Also, the fed has raising interest rates, but it’s historically a good time to buy. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Lisa Daftari (FOX NEWS), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks about the “real” reason behind the time changes in the United States; is it still necessary. - Lisa Daftari talks with Mark about Iran, the Obama and Kerry agreement, and the 5 Americans still being held there. Also, she talks about how we will be paying for the deal that was struck with them. She also discusses what our biggest foreign policy mistake was under Obama. – Mark plays audio from the Republican townhalls that occurred over the weekend. – Mehran Aram joins the show to talk about the economy getting better, and the upward stock trend, and other rate increases across the board. – Mark discusses that there’s tests in Imperial Beach, and some of the waters are said to be open and safe. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Hugh Hewitt. Guest this hour - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark has MORE this hour with talk host Hugh Hewitt. – Mark talks about Trump’s proposed budget he’ll speak about at the first State of the Union address tomorrow at congress! Mark discusses cuts and increases when it comes to governments. Mark also talks about his family vacation back to Washington D.C. over the weekend. He toured the facility at the treasury where the federal money is printed. – Mark talks to Mehran Aram about existing home sales, comparing it to December of 2016. He tells Mark that home buying season is starting early; and also answers if San Diego property is overvalued? The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guest this hour - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks with Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Kristen Waggoner and Baronelle Stutzman. Religious freedom is under attack. – Mark goes over the bad turning San Diego weather. – Mark discusses with Mehran Aram with the activity existing as a home buyer. Mehran says Trump’s policies will be good for the economy. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9 on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Francis French (SD Air and Space Museum/author), Kevin Faulconer (Mayor of SD), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - NASA opens exhibit on 50th anniversary of Apollo 1 fire. Francis French comes on the show to talk about “Apollo Pilot” his book. What’s the future of the U.S. space program? - Mayor Kevin Faulconer talks about where San Diego goes now that the Chargers are gone? He answers the question, is San Diego a sanctuary city? – Mark Larson discusses the “March for Life” going on today in Washington D.C. – Mehran Aram talks with Mark about the financial Market with President Trump. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHTS of the hour - MORE this hour with the memory of the late Gene Cernan, and David Hartman. Guests this hour include - Jim Kidrick (The S.D. Air and Space Museum), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks about the severe storms headed to San Diego this week and weekend. – Mark has more tributes for Gene Cernan’s memory and legacy. He plays portions of his final appearance on the show back in March of last year. They talk about the future of The United States space program. – Mark has MORE this hour with David Hartman on the memory of Gene Cernan. – Jim Kidrick has memories and events he remembers that involve Gene Cernan. – Mehran Aram joins the show to discuss the positive economic outlook, Trump’s appointment, and what is promised by the Federal Reserve. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Hugh Hewitt. Guest this hour - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks about the earth’s slowing rotation and the extra second we’ll get out of 2016. Mark also brings up climate change, and the climate science that’s not agreed upon by scientists. – John Kerry gives and address on his way out of office regarding Mid-East peace. – Mark has MORE this hour with Hugh Hewitt. – Mark talks with Mehran Aram regrading current mortgage rates, how high the numbers can go, the best time for buying/ refinancing a home, and an improving economy. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Brian Jones. Guests this hour include - Mehran Aram, and Todd G. Buchholz. - Mark talks about the left not being happy with Trump’s pick of Andy Puzder as Secretary of Labor. - Todd G. Buchholz talks with Mark about Americans thinking we’re on the wrong track up til the election. They also discuss worrying about the next generation, about the resilience needed in the 21st century. – Mehran Aram talks about the financial market, and interest rates. – Mark talks MORE this hour with Brian Jones about his decades in broadcasting. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9 on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Terry Fator (Ventriloquist), Nick Canepa (Sports writer), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Terry Fator joins the show to talk about his rise to fame, his audition, puppets, technique, faith, and show in Vegas. – Nick Canepa talks all things Chargers with Mark; Spanos move or non-move from San Diego, and cities loss of money from Qualcomm Stadium. – Mehran Aram discusses raises in median home prices in San Diego. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage), Chief Shelley Zimmerman (SDPD), and Tom Del Beccaro (politicalvanguard.com). - Mark says that he knew Trump was going to win. Ted Cruz is making nice with the administration; but says the GOP must deliver. – Mehran Aram joins Mark to talk about the monumental shift in political power could rise the interest rates very soon. – Mark brings on Chief of Police Shelley Zimmerman to discuss Haitian migrants being released; how does this relate to prop 47 and 57? And how will prop 64 passing affect the community with drunk driving, even with marijuana. There’s a staffing issue at the department, and a lot on the department’s plate, they are recruiting at the moment. – Tom Del Beccaro talks with Mark about the blame of the current legislation in California for the democrat control, providing plausible alternatives, and GOP refusal. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer'.
Guests this hour include - Ollie North (retired Lt. Colonel U.S. Marines/ commentator), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark talks about the lies and corruption with the Hillary Clinton campaign. – Ollie North joins the show to talk about demographic significance not being a qualification for being Commander in Chief. What words matter when you step into the voting booth this year? Ollie also talks about the sanctity of human life. Mark and Ollie talk more about the death panels associated with ObamaCare and they relate it to the election. – Mark talks about the Chicago Cubs winning the World Series last night. – Mehran Aram talks with Mark about the Fed deciding to NOT raise interests rates yet but, doing so in December. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Richard Grenelle (media commentator and former diplomat), Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Stephen Moore. - Richard Grenelle talks with Mark about Clinton scandals/and WikiLeaks. – Mark has MORE this hour with Stephen Moore; regarding the last jobs full report of the Obama administration. – A caller takes Mark to task and talks to him about being tired of the media talking about The Middle East. – Mehran Aram joins the show to discuss a financial UPDATE.
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Hugh Hewitt. Guests this hour include - Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage), and Dick Enberg (retiring Padres broadcaster). - Mark defends Donald Trump’s tax returns; explains he’s living within the rules. – Mark talks about the CBS story of 2 legendary broadcasters retiring at the end of this baseball season. Mark brings Dick Enberg on the show to discuss his sports broadcasting career, retiring with the Padres, and his lesson on letting life come to you, other non-baseball ventures, and his friendship with Ted Williams. – Mark has MORE this hour with Hugh Hewitt regarding Hillary Clinton degrading Americans basement jobs. – Mark talks to Mehran Aram about the Fed possibly raising interests, and his next seminar. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Ted Nugent (musician/author), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Ted Nugent joins the show to talk about the left not being able to debate him. Also, the left doesn’t want to hear what conservatives talk about so they follow in step with other lefties. Ted says he judges on “content of character” and nothing else. He says we’re not represented in government, in media, academia. Ted Nugent thinks Trump may be able to fix that. – Mehran Aram joins the show to talk about cycle peaks, home prices and 5, 7, and 10 year cycles. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Marty Schneider (The Retirement Professor), and Mehran Aram (The Retirement Professor). - Mark and Noah discuss the early crazy morning traffic. Noah has personal experience this morning. – Mark talks about the Hillary campaign avoiding the E.R., and the police escort heading towards Chelsea’s apartment after her health concerns over the weekend. What exactly is wrong with her? Who would be her successor if she had to bow out of the race? CNN says skeptics are seeing double (#hillarysbodydouble). – Mark goes over what’s happening on the TV show, “Dancing with the Stars” with Rick Perry, etc. – Mehran Aram joins the show to talk about Hillary’s illnesses, what you need to do when battling Pneumonia. They discuss the 15% chance of the interest rate increase actually happening. – Marty Schneider discusses the topic of diversification within a person’s portfolio. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Catherine Herridge (FOX NEWS), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Poll: What do you think of Colin Kaepernick's protest? – Donald Trump speaks to “The American Legion” in Cincinnati this morning (on promoting American pride in schools/and working to uphold common values). – Mark talks to Catherine Herridge on Hillary Clinton perjuring herself. Are these emails that are coming out now new or duplicates? Are they worth exploring; the FBI criminal investigation that’s on-going. The courts in Washington have now said that the timeline for these email cases are on their timelines not the state department timeline. They also go over the terrorist threat picture now as opposed to 8 years ago. – Mark talks about Hillary Clinton and his question of, “Which one are you gonna watch?” Is Trump or Clinton more watchable? – Mark talks with Mehran Aram about interest rates. Why have they stayed low for so long? The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHT of the hour - MORE this hour with Stephen Moore. Guests this hour include - Paul Rudy (KUSI Sports), Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage), and Dinesh D' Souza (author/film maker). - Mark brings on the show Paul Rudy from KUSI TV to announce the return on the P.P.R (Prep Pigskin Report). – Mark plays audio of Hillary saying Trump is more of a racist and uses discrimination more than she does. Dinesh D’ Souza comments on this based off of his research done on the Hillary: The Movie, and book. – Mark talks to Mehran Aram about the reality of being the time to sell for 50 percent of the owners out there. – Mark has MORE this hour with Stephen Moore regarding Hillary Clinton being in charge possibly of U.S. economic policy. The Mark Larson Show - mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
Guests this hour include - Dan Plante (KUSI TV), and Mehran Aram (Aramco Mortgage). - Mark takes a call and is heckled about the fine management roll of former Padre, Dave Roberts. They also discuss Trump’s run for the White House being separate from the race for congress in the coming November election. – Dan Plante and Larson discuss Trump’s wall, immigration plan, and that he discovered the U.S. “catch and release” program. 9-of-10 illegals are released by this program; but they’re NOT just from Mexico. – Mark says the GOP is holding hearings regarding the Iran deal/hostage released for ransom. Mark plays audio from the president saying the U.S. does not pay out ransom to other countries. – Also, Ryan Lochte: Judge issues warrant over robbery report. – There’s a shooting investigation, deputy involved shooting at Espola Road. KUSI updates us on the situation. – Mehran Aram updates us on the median price for houses in California and says that the minimum salary is 100k plus to be able to afford getting into a house. The Mark Larson Show mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".
HIGHLIGHTS of the hour - MORE this hour with Peter Schweizer and Stephen Moore. Guest this hour - Mehran Aram (Aramco). - 99 people were gunned down in Chicago last week. Democrat policies have made the situation worse in Chicago. – D.E.A. says pot is remaining an illegal drug. – Mehran Aram updates us on the financial markets in the U.S. – Mark has MORE this hour with economist Stephen Moore. They’ll talk about investing in small business and the Trump campaign. – Peter Schweizer has MORE with Mark Larson regarding new-hacked email issues regarding Hillary Clinton. The Mark Larson Show mornings 6-9, on AM 1170 "The Answer".