What Happens If the Market Crashes? 5 Rules We Follow to Protect Every Deal

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 you understand how to structure deals to weather market storms. 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit https://fulloutinvesting.com to explore our 10-step process and current offerings.