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“Matthew's newest book, Investing in Apartment Buildings, couldn't have come at a more poignant time in our lives. He offers a modern day, step-by-step survival guide for the ever growing economic war on the middle-class. Win your own financial war by arming yourself with Matthew's systematic, hands-on experience and sound principals for investing in apartment buildings.”
--Ryan Zahoruiko, principal, Forest Street Property LLC

“Matt Martinez is able to take the complicated world of real estate investing and put it into terminology that the average person is able to understand. Understand the acquisition of apartment buildings is not an easy task but Matt makes it clear and concise in his book. He gives the reader the tools, knowledge, and desire; it is only up to the reader to follow what he reads to give him success.”
--Seth Heller, VP of Acquisitions, GREC Conversions LTD

“Matt Martinez makes a compelling case as to why real estate investing remains the best path to financial independence. Investing In Apartment Buildings provides step by step advice that gives newcomers to real estate investment the practical advice they need to learn the business from the ground up. The Chapter Summaries provide an excellent tool to focus the reader and the real life “war stories” provide great context for each lesson. If you want to get started in developing an independent income stream Investing In Apartment Buildings should find a place on your bookshelf.”
--Jordan C. Paul, CEO Aquila Property Company, Inc.

“I bought my first rental property around 1990. Since that time I've bought, operated and sold more than 3,000 apartment units which have generated more than $30MM in net profits. If I would have had Matt's book in 1990 I could have avoided dozens of pitfalls and accelerated my growth MUCH FASTER..."
--David F. Atkins, president, Alexander Forrest Properties

“Matthew Martinez has done it again! His books are clear, compelling, and always offer tremendous knowledge and value for anyone wishing to get into the real estate market. Speaking from experience, Matthew, provides great insight into real estate investing and you'll even get to read personal email exchanges from Matthew's treasured mentor.”
--Phoebe Chongchua, real estate columnist

“Matt has really hit the target; a concise, complete and organized approach to investing in this asset class. Apartments, with their short lease terms, are true inflation hedges and this book can help your investment approach, whether new to the business or a seasoned veteran. He really gets it, and you will too."
--Gary Kachadurian, chairman, Apartment Realty Advisors

“A must read for anyone looking to invest in apartment communities. Matt's book is both informative and interesting!"
--Mark H. Stern, senior vice president of acquisitions, Waterton Residential

“An outstanding summary of the key principles of real estate investment and wealth accumulation. Matt Martinez has the unique ability to transform sophisticated ideas and concepts into highly readable and entertaining prose. This is required reading for anyone serious about learning the basics of apartment building investment in these complex times."
--Richard N. Bernstein, attorney and principle shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP

“Because of Martinez' s vast understanding of the real estate industry's many nuances, he is able to provide real and sustainable advice for investment professionals and novices alike. Martinez will show you where the rubber meets the road when it comes to multi-unit success. Buy this book!"
--Charles Byron Andrews, founder of Blue Coast Asset Management

“This is an outstanding guide for those who are interested in investing in apartment buildings. Matt Martinez has created a well-thought-out and informative book for the novice, intermediate and experienced multi-unit apartment investor. He discuses in great detail farm areas, sourcing properties, value-add deals, property management, value determinations, financial analysis and underwriting guidelines, negotiating strategies and how to succeed in this challenging but rewarding business. He also uses real-life examples to help the reader better understand the principles he teaches. This is an outstanding book that anyone who is seriously interested in apartment buildings must read!
--Rob Sena, partner, Alterra Capital Group

“When I started in real estate investing, Matt Martinez sat down with me and explained how to do things properly. His guidance gave me both the analytical framework and courage to succeed. In fact, I just bought my third apartment building. This book encapsulates much of his wisdom and is definitely a must read for anyone serious about real estate investing.
--Ben Goodman, founder, FastForwards Management LLC

“Investing in Apartment Buildings is not only another story of success, but one that lets you profit from Matthew Martinez's experience. The writing style makes you feel like you're talking with a friend. This book provides a great description of the current industry's situation, ideas to capture opportunities and tools to assess each investment. It represents a very compelling guide to help you ask the right questions and understand the answers when considering real estate deals.
--Javier Dborkin, director, Boston Andes Capital

“Any seasoned multifamily investor will tell you that the fortunes you hear about are made and lost in the details. Many of the lessons I have learned through years of trial and error have been clearly laid out in a highly accessible format in Matt Martinez's Investing in Apartment Buildings."
--Matt Wanderer, principal, Alterra Capital Group

“Matt's approach to investing in Multi-Family Apartments is concise, strategic, and up-to-date. This book is well thought-out and informative for today's multi-family investors. Matt knows what he is talking about. His book is a must read."
--Joel Webb, founder of TheCreativeInvestor.com

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #9571 in Books
• Published on: 2008-10-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780071498869
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From the Back Cover

"If you're interested in moving up to bigger and better real estate deals, you simply must read Matt Martinez's new book.”
--Robert Irwin, bestselling author of How to Get Started in Real Estate Investing

The Guide to the Hottest Real Estate Investment on the Market--Apartment Buildings

“Matthew Martinez explains the complex subject of apartment investing in clear, concise terms that everyone will find accessible and readable. He includes valuable resources and demonstrates with numerous real-life examples how to get started in this lucrative segment of the real estate market.”
--Michael C. Thomsett, author, Real Estate Market Valuation and Analysis and Beyond the Bubble

“This entire book is a valuable must-read for anyone interested in multi-units, and shows investors how easy and profitable it can be investing in multi-units with Matt's guidance".
--Andy Heller, coauthor of Buy Low, Rent Smart, Sell High and Buy Even Lower

“Rich in advice and details needed for day-to-day operations, Matt's insights are extremely helpful to beginners and professionals alike. The next few years will set the stage for a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to buy apartments at distressed prices. Buy this book, and get ready for the ride of your life!”
--Marcel Arsenault, couthor, Foundations of Wealth: How to Build a Real Estate Empire

“As a lender for apartment properties, nothing is more satisfying than to see a real estate entrepreneur invest in a value-add property, make improvements and realize tremendous profit. Matt's book provides the tools for success that are essential for anyone interested in building a winning real estate portfolio.”
--Daniel M. Palmier, president & CEO, Potomac Realty Capital

About the Author
Matthew A. Martinez has been profiled in The Wall Street Journal and Money. He is also a Real Estate Coach at AOL.com.

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Customer Reviews

Excellent Primer for Novice Investors
As an investor in apartments and commercial real estate broker specializing in apartments, I found this to be a great primer with accurate information for the novice investor. It's an easy read and provides up to date information on the state of the real estate market. Investors will find this book to be a great tool and resource in helping them understand how and why apartments can be a launch pad to greater wealth and larger properties with positive cash flow.
I have found that many uninformed investors buy the wrong property at the wrong price and get burned. Using the income approach to value gives investors the knowledge to become successful and build wealth through their real estate investments.
I am ordering more copies of this book to hand out to my novice investors in an effort to educate them.
Thanks for such a well written piece.

Could this be the one to help you get started in real estate investments?
I got this book because I wanted to start learning about how others have approached buying investment properties and what were some of their "lessons learned," so that I could avoid making the same mistakes with my own capital

The author, Matthew Martinez took a unique approach to writing this book. Part of this book is about his own personal journey of leaving Corporate America and embracing the notion of passive income. As he shares his own story, he also explains in clear language some of the important areas that a new investor needs to understand

One of the key reasons I bought this book, is that I did not want to read a "get-rich-quick" book that was full of sizzle and little substance that can actually help me navigate the new territory.

Matthew's book provided sound advice and a strategy based on clear thinking and planning. Like any other business, sound planning and clear objectives should be articulated before the first offer is sent to the seller.

I especially enjoyed reading the chapter about Tenants and Landlord-laws. For example if you don't know how to deal with security deposits and the legal issues surrounding that, you may want to read page 118-119 a few times.

I end this review with Matthew's introduction to his book: "The way to get started is to stop talking and start doing." - Walt Disney

"Start doing" by reading this book and begin to arm yourself with knowledge that will help you be successful in real estate investing.

Another Excellent Book from Matt!
Mathew Martinez continues his good work with this book on apartment investing. I knew he was different than most real estate authors after reading his first book, '2 Years to a Million in Real Estate'. He writes about his personal experiences in a clear, informative manner and does not cloud information in hyperbole.

The introduction about the woes facing the middle class is timely. I believe that, one by one, millions of Americans will find out that the comfortable life and retirement they expected for themselves will not be possible without some diversification out of paper assets. Real Estate, and apartment buildings in particular, offer an excellent means for people to go beyond their 9-to-5 grind and to establish some financial security and perhaps even prosperity.

Matthew's logical description of working your farm area, sourcing properties, buying smart, doing your due diligence, financing, property management (which in the beginning includes landlording) and finally exit strategies is brief and yet complete. These are the steps you'll need to go through and the basic information you'll need to understand.

In addition to helpful advice and simple language, Matthew's inclusion of inspiring quotes, useful websites and major multifamily lenders rounds out this superb book for the novice apartment building investor. As with all books like this, the real value is in putting the information into action. I've been a real estate investor for a few years and have seen many investors make good money by combining simple techniques with consistent effort. The best review of Matt's book is the positive results you can achieve by following his advice!

Great job!

- RAJ