About This Episode

Most bad real estate deals don't fail because of the spreadsheets—they fail because of the decisions we make.

In this episode of Multifamily Investor Playbook, Mark Faris and John Makarewicz break down the 10 cognitive biases that quietly influence real estate investing and share the systems they use to make more disciplined, data-driven decisions.

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Here’s what we cover:

✅ The 10 cognitive biases that can derail real estate investments

✅ How anchoring, confirmation bias, recency bias, herd mentality, and overconfidence affect decision-making

✅ Why disciplined underwriting beats gut instinct

✅ The role of checklists, investment committees, and predefined rules in reducing risk

✅ How after-action reviews help investors continuously improve

✅ Practical ways to build a repeatable framework for making smarter investment decisions

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Whether you're evaluating your first multifamily deal or managing a growing portfolio, this episode will help you recognize the mental traps that can lead to costly mistakes—and how to avoid them.

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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.