ABOUT US

Meet Ashley Wilson and J Scott, the Co-Founders Apartment Addicts.

Together, they lead aspiring multifamily owners to success with their unparalleled expertise. Ashley, a bestselling author, entrepreneur and esteemed real estate investor, is recognized as a top expert in Multifamily asset and construction management. J is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor who offers invaluable insights into underwriting, economic cycles and market trends, backed by his bestselling books and trusted advisory roles. Their investment firm, Bar Down Investments, has purchased 1450+ units, acquired $150m+ assets, and distributed $2m+ to their investors.

Ashley and J are an impressive team driving innovation and achievement in Multifamily.

Accomplishments:

2019 Apartment Owner of the Year Nominee
2022 Winner of the American Apartment Owners' Association Best in Multifamily Investing Mentorship Program
2022 HAA Property of the Year Runner-Up
2023 & 2024 Pet Community of the Year Finalist
2024 Marquis Who's Who

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Mark Adair Rios

(Underwriting Coach)

Mark Adair Rios is our underwriting coach, with an impressive 25+-year background in real estate investing, capital markets, finance, and large deal syndications. Mark boasts a remarkable portfolio featuring over 1,000 apartments and 75,000 square feet worth of commercial properties. His expertise shines through his meticulous underwriting of properties totaling close to $2b over the last 10 years and graduating with a Master’s Degree in Commercial Real Estate Finance. Leveraging his banker-oriented analytical discipline and financial acumen, Mark identifies prime properties and structures away as much risk as possible in order to secure optimal risk-adjusted returns for investors. His mission is to empower commercial real estate professionals, boosting their confidence in the industry and guiding them towards both active and passive cash-flowing investments with his day to day working knowledge of the industry

Giang Nguyen

(Acquisition Coach)

Giang Nguyen is a seasoned multifamily coach with over nine years of real estate experience, having achieved financial freedom through investing before turning 32. Transitioning from a decade-long career as a scientist to a full-time real estate investor, she now empowers both passive and active investors to reach their financial goals. Partnering with J and Ashley, Giang is adept in all facets of multifamily investing. She excels in acquisition, underwriting, capital raising, and asset management, with a proven track record in various transaction channels, including on-market deals, direct-to-owner negotiations, multifamily conversion projects, and foreclosure auctions.

Marisa Amirian

(Capital Raising & CRM Systems "CapBloom")

Marisa Amirian is a dedicated capital raising expert with extensive experience in CRM optimization and tech solutions for real estate investors. Having founded CapBloom to address the tech challenges faced by capital raisers, Marisa leverages her expertise to turn leads into investors seamlessly. Transitioning from a career in technology to real estate and then to a full-time entrepreneur, she now empowers capital raisers and syndicators to streamline their processes and achieve their financial goals. Marisa specializes in custom CRM setups, email deliverability, investor communications, and automation strategies. Her experience spans various transaction channels, including multifamily syndications, direct-to-investor outreach, and tech stack integrations, making her a versatile and reliable partner in the capital raising community.

Sarah Rilling

(Program Manager)

Sarah Rilling is our program manager, with a broad expertise in business, marketing, and communication. She holds over 12 years in a variety of experience in the finance and real estate sectors, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge to her role, having adeptly crafted and refined programs for numerous enterprises over the past decade. Her proficiency extends to all facets of business and investor relations. In her capacity, Sarah diligently oversees our programs, working closely with members to offer guidance and enhancements, thereby ensuring continual program refinement. Her ability to foster engagement and facilitate seamless communication, Sarah embodies the cornerstone of stability essential for the sustained growth.