$60,000 lost before. $20,000 on the line again.

One investor bailed. Another hesitated. My lender dragged their feet. And I signed the closing documents while waiting tables at my second job—between orders and clearing tables.

This is the final chapter in the raw, chaotic, and very real story of how I closed on a 6-unit apartment building—juggling three jobs, a full family life, and relentless stress.

Inside this episode:

·       How I negotiated $50K off the purchase price

·       Why I went with hard money (and what it cost me)

·       How I raised $150K in 5 days after my main investor bailed

·       What it really feels like to bet everything—and almost lose

If you’re waiting for perfect timing, stop. Deals don’t die—people quit.

🎯 Want to know what it actually takes to get deals done in 2025? Hit play. Take notes. Then go swing your ax.

👉 Want to invest with me? DM me. Let’s build something real.

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