Multifamily Investor Playbook

Multifamily Investor Playbook

por Faris Capital Partners
#123: The 5 Core Values That Set Us Apart: How We Live Them Every Day
What truly sets Faris Capital Partners apart? In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five core values that guide Faris Capital Partners and how those values shape the way they hire, serve investors, manage properties, and make investment decisions. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why core values should be more than wall art or buzzwords ✔ How core values become a decision-making filter for the entire company ✔ Why culture has to start with leadership ✔ How genuine love of people shapes their approach to team members, investors, and residents ✔ How wise choices guide deal selection, investor relationships, and disciplined investing ✔ Why first-class service, operational excellence, and speed of execution matter in multifamily investing If you're investing in multifamily real estate or evaluating who to invest with, this episode gives you an inside look at the culture, values, and operating principles behind Faris Capital Partners. 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to learn more and book a call. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#122: A Major Housing Bill Just Passed: Is This a Win for Multifamily Investors?
In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz breaks down the Road to Housing Act and what this major housing legislation could mean for multifamily investors. With bipartisan support behind the bill, John explains why the U.S. housing shortage has become politically undeniable and how the bill’s provisions may impact apartment demand, financing, permitting, and future supply. He also unpacks the restrictions on large institutional single-family rental investors, the removal of the build-to-rent forced-sale provision, and why these changes could create a tailwind for multifamily real estate. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ What the Road to Housing Act includes ✔ Why single-family rental restrictions may benefit apartments ✔ How higher FHA multifamily loan limits could impact development ✔ Why streamlined permitting matters for housing supply ✔ What the removed build-to-rent provision means for investors ✔ Why conservative underwriting still matters despite legislative tailwinds For multifamily investors, this episode offers a clear look at how housing policy may shape future opportunities and why market selection, disciplined acquisition, and strong fundamentals remain critical. 📩 Interested in investing with us? Visit ⁠www.fulloutinvesting.com⁠ to explore our process, view sample deals, and learn how we work with our investors. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#121: Rent Control Is Making a Comeback: Why the Sunbelt Is Becoming More Valuable
Is rent control making a comeback, and what could it mean for multifamily investors? In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz breaks down the growing rent control movement across the U.S., why it is gaining momentum, and how it can impact housing supply, underwriting, financing, property values, and investor returns. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why rent control is becoming a major topic across the U.S. ✔ How rent control can impact new housing supply and future rents ✔ What examples like Montgomery County and St. Paul reveal ✔ Why rent control can affect underwriting, NOI growth, and exit values ✔ Why landlord-friendly markets like Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina matter ✔ How Faris Capital Partners thinks about market selection and resident experience If you're investing in multifamily real estate or evaluating future markets, this episode explains why rent control, housing supply, and market selection matter. 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to learn more and book a call. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#120: Return of Capital vs. Return on Capital: Why Most Investors Get This Wrong
Confused about return of capital vs. return on capital? In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz explain the difference in simple terms—and why it matters when investing in real estate. They break down how these returns affect your cash flow, taxes, and overall investment performance. They also share how Faris Capital Partners structures deals to be tax efficient for both U.S. and Canadian investors. ✔️ What return of capital means ✔️ What return on capital means ✔️ How taxes can impact your returns ✔️ How deal structure affects your take-home gains ✔️ Why wise counsel matters when investing If you're a serious investor looking to optimize returns, reduce taxes, and gain clarity in a noisy market, this is a must-watch. 📌 Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to see the 10-step investing process, review a sample deal, and book a call with the team.
#119: Why 2026 Could Be the Decade’s Best Entry Vintage for Multifamily
Book a call to learn more about our new investment opportunity, Faris Residences Smyrna: https://meetings.hubspot.com/mark-faris Is 2026 shaping up to be one of the best multifamily buying opportunities of the decade? While many investors are still waiting for certainty, the window may already be opening. In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz breaks down why 2026 could represent a powerful “vintage year” for multifamily investors, how market timing can shape long-term returns, and why uncertainty may be creating an important window as pricing, supply, rent growth, and capital markets continue to shift. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ What a real estate “vintage year” means and why it matters ✔ Why difficult capital markets can create stronger investment opportunities ✔ How 2026 compares to past market cycles ✔ Why multifamily pricing may be creating opportunity ✔ How the construction slowdown may support future rent growth ✔ Why B-class value-add multifamily remains a key focus ✔ What risks investors should watch in today’s market ✔ How Faris Capital Partners is thinking about market selection in the current cycle If you're looking to better understand the next potential multifamily investment window, this episode offers a clear and grounded perspective. 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to learn more and book a call. . . . Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#118: Local Jobs Beat National Headlines: What It Means for Apartment Investors Right Now
In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down why national recession headlines do not always tell the full story, and why local market fundamentals matter most in real estate investing. While the headlines focus on uncertainty, markets like Atlanta, Charleston, and Tampa continue to show strong signs of growth through job creation, corporate investment, tourism, population growth, and tightening supply. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why local job growth matters more than national headlines ✔ What makes Atlanta, Charleston, and Tampa strong multifamily markets ✔ How corporate investment and relocations can drive renter demand ✔ Why income-to-rent ratios are key when evaluating a market ✔ How supply constraints may support future rent growth ✔ Why Class B apartments can remain attractive in uncertain markets If you're a real estate investor, passive investor, or high-net-worth investor looking to better understand today’s multifamily opportunities, this episode will help you look beyond the headlines and focus on the fundamentals that drive long-term performance. 📩 Interested in investing with us? Visit ⁠www.fulloutinvesting.com⁠ to explore our process, view sample deals, and learn how we work with our investors. . . . Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#117: Tariffs, War, and Market Volatility: Why Multifamily Is Winning Right Now
In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down where investors should be allocating capital in today’s volatile market and why multifamily real estate is standing out right now. With ongoing stock market swings, geopolitical uncertainty, and inflation, they unpack the growing disconnect between equities and real estate, and what that means for new investment dollars. The conversation focuses on why timing matters, why volatility is making decision-making harder, and how investors can think more strategically in today’s environment. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why market volatility is making capital allocation more difficult ✔ The current pricing gap between stocks and real estate ✔ What it means to invest during uncertainty ✔ Why multifamily offers more stability and income visibility ✔ How to think about diversification in today’s market If you're looking to make smarter investment decisions in an unpredictable environment, this episode will give you a clear and grounded perspective. 📩 Interested in investing with us? Visit ⁠www.fulloutinvesting.com⁠ to explore our process, view sample deals, and learn how we work with our investors Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. #Multifamily #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveInvesting #WealthBuilding
116: How Exempt Market Dealers Protect Investors in Private Markets — with Alexander Morsink
In this episode, John Makarewicz sits down with Alexander Morsink, CEO & Co-Founder of Equivesto, a licensed Canadian exempt market dealer (EMD) platform that has helped raise over $170M for private investments since 2020. Alexander also serves on the Ontario Securities Commission’s Registrant Advisory Committee, offering insight into the regulatory side of private investing. The conversation also highlights how Faris Capital Partners works with Equivesto, including how deals are reviewed, approved, and offered to investors. What you’ll learn ✅What an exempt market dealer actually does and how it facilitates private investments ✅How investors are vetted: KYC, suitability checks, and investment limits ✅Why diversification matters and why you can’t invest unlimited amounts ✅The investor journey: onboarding, verification, and funding made simple ✅Private vs public markets: returns, volatility, and liquidity trade-offs ✅How deals are vetted: operator checks, financial reviews, and legal verification This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to better understand how private investing works and how deals are structured, reviewed, and offered to investors. 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to learn more and book a call. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
#115: Sneak Peek: Inside Our Latest Acquisition — Faris Residences Smyrna
Interested? Reserve your spot now: ⁠https://share.hsforms.com/1ZrTeGuokTUqAqb1WxZ7o_Aniqr9⁠ Book a call with Mark Faris to learn more: ⁠https://meetings.hubspot.com/mark-faris⁠ In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz take you behind the scenes of their latest multifamily acquisition — Brighton Way, now rebranded as Faris Residences Smyrna, a 100-unit asset in one of Atlanta’s most strategic submarkets. They break down why this deal stood out after analyzing 300+ opportunities. Located just minutes from Truist Park (home of the Atlanta Braves) and The Battery Atlanta, this property sits in a high-demand, live-work-play corridor driven by strong employment and long-term growth. With ~$250/month rent upside and a clear value-add strategy, this deal highlights what to look for in today’s market. They also share how patience, discipline, and strong broker relationships helped them win this competitive deal and why they believe now is a unique window to invest before the next cycle of rent growth. With strong fundamentals and meaningful upside, this is exactly the kind of opportunity Faris Capital Partners looks for.
#113: Atlanta Multifamily Market is Heating Up — #2 Rent Growth Nationwide
In this episode of The Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down why Atlanta is projected to be one of the top multifamily markets for rent growth in 2026—and what that means for investors today. After two years of declining rents, the data is now pointing to a clear turning point. With 4.1% projected rent growth, a sharp slowdown in new supply, and continued population and job expansion, Atlanta is entering a new phase of the cycle. The opportunity? Positioning ahead of where the market is going—not where it’s been. What You’ll Learn: ✔ Why Atlanta is projected to rank #2 in the U.S. for rent growth in 2026 ✔ The impact of declining supply and why new construction has dropped to decade lows ✔ The difference between effective rent vs. market rent (and why it matters for investors) ✔ Why suburban markets like Newnan are outperforming urban cores ✔ How population growth, job creation, and migration are driving demand ✔ Why Class B multifamily assets are positioned to win in this cycle 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit ⁠www.fulloutinvesting.com⁠ to learn more and book a call. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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