About This Episode

Most underwriting looks great on a spreadsheet — until reality hits. The quickest way investors lose money isn’t the market…it’s bad assumptions.In this episode of Full Out Real Estate Investor, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down:

✅ Why most deals fail long before closing

✅ The three pressure points that make or break returns: rents, expenses, and exit caps

✅ How their “kill-criteria” removes emotion and forces disciplined underwriting

✅ The exact rent comps, expense audits, and exit scenarios they stress-test before writing an LOI

✅ How conservative assumptions protect downside while still capturing upside the right way

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They also unpack why wishful thinking is the #1 threat to investor capital — and how a three-layer defense system (data, boots-on-ground intel, and external checks) keeps you safe in any market cycle.

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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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