Jul 1, 2026
Many investors assume multifamily real estate is an easy path to passive income—but successful investing requires understanding market cycles, conservative underwriting, and disciplined risk management.
In this episode, Dave Wolcott sits down with veteran multifamily investor Mike Morawski to discuss the lessons he learned after building a $100 million real estate company, navigating the 2008 financial crisis, and why today's market may present one of the best buying opportunities in years.
How successful multifamily investors manage risk through conservative leverage and underwriting
The pros and cons of active versus passive real estate investing
Why today's multifamily market may create long-term wealth-building opportunities for disciplined investors
Mike Morawski is a multifamily real estate investor, syndicator, coach, and author with more than 30 years of experience. He has built and managed a $100 million real estate portfolio, overseen more than 7,500 apartment units, coached thousands of investors, and successfully navigated multiple real estate market cycles.
This episode covers multifamily investing, passive income, real estate investing, wealth strategy, alternative investments, cash flow, real estate syndication, conservative underwriting, financial freedom, accredited investors, and long-term wealth building.
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