Multifamily Investor Playbook

#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 [http://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 [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 [http://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 ⁠ [http://www.fulloutinvesting.com]www.fulloutinvesting.com [http://www.fulloutinvesting.com]⁠ [http://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]www.fulloutinvesting.com [http://www.fulloutinvesting.com]⁠ [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 [http://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.