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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 performs differently than other real estate in recession
- The “golden rules” that guide every acquisition
- How fixed-rate debt, cash reserves, and conservative underwriting reduce risk
- The importance of buying cash-flowing assets from day one
- How forced appreciation and flexible exit timelines build long-term resilience
Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode will help ...
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