Multifamily Investor Playbook

What’s your time really worth? Managing a rental property might be costing you far more in hours (and stress) than it’s earning you in returns. In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the hidden time tax of self-managing single-family rentals — and why it often leaves even high earners working for less than minimum wage. They contrast the 300...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz sits down with Pauline Houchins, Division President at Asset Living, who brings over 25 years of multifamily leadership experience with companies like First Communities and The Worthing Companies. Pauline currently oversees operations for Asset Living’s national portfolio, guiding teams with a solution-focused, resident-first ap...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz unpack the biggest mistakes operators make when entering new markets — and share the proven process they use at Faris Capital to scale safely and profitably. From Atlanta to Charleston, they reveal why market research must come before the deal and how the right team on the ground can give you a decisive edge. What...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five key factors they use to spot emerging markets before they boom. They share why the right market can turn an average deal into a winner — and how the wrong market can sink even the best property. What you’ll learn: ✔Why job and population growth trends are the ultimate demand drivers ✔How income...

What if the market crashes in the middle of your real estate deal? In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five core strategies they use to protect investor capital and keep deals resilient — even during downturns, interest rate spikes, or negative headlines. Drawing on lessons from the 2008 crash, the pandemic, and recent market shifts, they share: - Why multifamily perform...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz talks with Dugan Kelley, co-founder of Kelly Clark, PC. Dugan is the chair of the firm’s Securities and Real Estate Practice Group. With over 20 years of experience and $2 Billion+ in deals, he explains why securities attorneys are so important in real estate syndications—and what passive investors should know before sending mon...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down how they forecast rent growth — and why getting it wrong can sink investor returns. They share the data sources, due diligence steps, and on-the-ground research they use to create realistic projections that protect investor capital. What you’ll learn: ✔ Why aggressive rent growth projections can make de...

Building from the ground up sounds exciting — but it often means higher risk, unpredictable costs, and years with no cash flow. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five key reasons why they avoid new construction and instead focus on stabilized, value-add multifamily properties that cash flow from day one. You’ll learn: - Why new construction projects can tie up capital...

In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down why our multifamily real estate investments follow a three-to-five-year hold period — and how that timeline is a competitive advantage. They walk through the year-by-year strategy, from stabilizing and renovating properties in the early stages to harvesting cash flow, unlocking value, and timing the opt...

In this episode of the Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz sits down with Micah Mattox, Managing Partner of the Multifamily Practice at Realprotect, to break down the insurance strategies every multifamily owner and operator needs to know in today’s market. They cover: ✅The top insurance challenges for multifamily owners in 2025 ✅Why liability coverage is the current “hot topic” and h...

You would've heard it before — real estate is a relationship business. But when it comes to brokers, the stakes are even higher. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz share personal stories and lessons learned from years of building broker relationships that lead to real deals — including off-market opportunities most investors never even see. What you’ll learn: ✔ Why investors get overl...

Everyone wants to scale in real estate—but very few are willing to build the habits that drive success. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz reveal the 7 most overlooked habits of top-performing multifamily operators. These aren’t flashy tactics—they’re the boring, repeatable routines that elite investors follow daily to stay accountable, move fast, and build momentum. You’ll learn: ✅...

In this special episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down our newest multifamily investment opportunity in Newnan, Georgia —just 28 minutes from the world’s busiest airport in Atlanta. With a population surge, strong job market, and limited new supply, this 114-unit asset is poised for major upside. They break down: ✅ Why Newnan’s fundamentals make it a high-growth market ✅ How the $326...

Inflation is already here — and it’s not slowing down. But while many investors lose purchasing power, the smartest ones know how to turn inflation into an advantage. In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down: ✅ Why most traditional investments underperform in inflationary times ✅ How multifamily real estate acts as a powerful inflation hedge...

Most people think leadership is about power or charisma—but the most effective leaders build great teams by serving others first. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the misunderstood concept of servant leadership—and why it’s a competitive advantage in real estate and business. You’ll learn: ✔ Why servant leadership is not soft—it’s strategic ✔ How it impacts decision-makin...

Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” just made real estate investing even better — especially for Canadian investors. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down what changed, including the removal of the revenge tax and the return of 100% bonus depreciation. You’ll learn: ✔ Why the revenge tax removal is a big win for Canadians ✔ How bonus depreciation boosts investor returns ✔ What these...

Choosing the right investment strategy starts with understanding your options—and at Faris Capital Partners, we believe one size doesn’t fit all. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the four share classes we offer—A, B, C, and D—so you can align your investment with your goals, whether that’s maximizing monthly income, long-term growth, or both. You’ll learn: ✔ The differenc...

In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz take you inside our latest acquisition just south of Atlanta — a 114-unit multifamily property in Coweta County, Georgia. They break down what makes this deal stand out: from a rare mix of townhomes, quads, and flats with massive green space, to below-market rents, proven $380+ rent lift potential, and almost no new supply in the area. Mark and John...

In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down five powerful and often overlooked ways investors can access capital to grow their real estate portfolios —even if they think they don’t have the funds. From home equity lines of credit and securities-backed loans to self-directed retirement accounts and whole life insurance strategies, they reveal how investors are unlocking hidden equity...

In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down exactly how Canadian investors can confidently invest in U.S. multifamily real estate — without the tax headaches, cross-border filings, or currency risks that often hold people back. Whether you’re a high-income professional, entrepreneur, or experienced investor, this episode gives you the clarity you need to take action. You’ll learn: ✔...

In this episode of the Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz share how to build a strong and effective due diligence process for multifamily acquisitions. They explain why most deals don’t fall apart at closing — but during due diligence — and how investors can avoid costly mistakes by following a detailed, step-by-step approach. They also discuss real examples, lessons lea...

In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down exactly how multifamily/apartment syndication works in under 30 minutes. Whether you're a busy entrepreneur, high-income professional, or seasoned real estate investor, this episode gives you the clarity you need to confidently invest in larger real estate deals — without taking on all the work or risk yourself. You’ll learn: ✔ What is mul...

In this episode of the Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the 6 key principles they use to evaluate every multifamily market before investing — so you can avoid costly mistakes and choose locations that actually grow your wealth. Most investors chase cap rates or headlines. But the smartest ones focus on population trends, job growth, affordability, and submar...

In this episode of the Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the 6 key strategies to optimize apartment occupancy —strategies they use across a 500+ unit portfolio to consistently maintain high occupancy and strong cash flow. Most operators wait until a unit is vacant to start thinking about leasing. But top operators know: high occupancy is built through proacti...

In this episode of Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the key differences between active and passive investing so you can choose the path that best fits your lifestyle, goals, and risk appetite. Here’s what we cover: ✅What exactly is active vs. passive investing ✅Who should consider passive investing — and why it works ✅Why some active investors are switchi...