The Best Ever CRE Show JF 3936: Crafting a 10-Year Vision, Nurturing Partnerships, and Raising Capital with John Makarewicz
Jun 14, 2025
In this discussion, John Makarewicz, managing partner at Faris Capital Partners, shares insights from his 15 years in residential real estate and his pivot to multifamily investing. He emphasizes the importance of visionary planning and building strong partnerships. John also highlights the significance of defining roles within his team and the strategies they use to maintain broker relationships. He outlines the discipline of tracking lead measures for success and discusses their commitment to transparency in investor communications.
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From Brokerage Exit To New Startup
- John Makarewicz left a 15-year residential real estate business after an exit and planned to take a year off but got bored within a month.
- He joined Mark Ferris after attending Best Ever and launched Ferris Capital Partners in April 2023, co-investing in two deals then building to five assets.
Resident Experience Fuels Investor Returns
- Improving resident experience drives investor returns because happier residents reduce turnover and support sustainable rent growth.
- John prioritizes resident service and amenities as a core value-add rather than only focusing on rent increases.
Vivid Vision Built On Day One
- On day one John and Mark drafted a mission, values, and concrete three-year and 10-year visions including a billion-dollar capital raise BHAG.
- They review and refine the vision quarterly and use it to design departments and priorities.