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
Matthew A. Martinez has been profiled in The Wall Street Journal and
Money. He is also a Real Estate Coach at AOL.com.
240 pages, Hardcover