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EPISODE · May 3, 2025 · 30 MIN

The 5 Must-Haves Before Buying a 100-Unit Apartment Building

from Multifamily Investor Playbook

Buying an apartment building isn’t just a real estate play—it’s a business acquisition. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five critical things every investor must have in place before making the leap into multifamily. Drawing from their experience managing over 500 units at Faris Capital Partners, they share real-life examples of what can go wrong—and how to get it right. From vetting the right property manager to building a bulletproof CapEx budget, crafting a clear business plan, securing debt and equity before you go under contract, and assembling a high-performance team—this episode is your due diligence checklist before diving into your next deal. If you're a single-family investor looking to level up into multifamily—or just curious how professionals like Faris Capital Partners evaluate multifamily opportunities—this conversation will save you from costly mistakes. ➡️ Want to see how Faris Capital Partners structures its deals? Visit www.fulloutinvesting.com to view a sample deal and book a 1-on-1 call. 💡 Subscribe to the Multifamily Investor Playbook and share this episode with other high-net-worth investors who want to scale smart and invest with impact.

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Buying an apartment building isn’t just a real estate play—it’s a business acquisition. In this episode, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the five critical things every investor must have in place before making the leap into multifamily....

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