Erin Spradlin and James Carlson explore an accessible income alternative to real estate: the Stan Store digital marketplace. They share their experience with Gary Vaynerchuk's 8-week course on selling digital products and consulting services—arguing this might be faster than saving for a down payment.

💰 The Stan Store Solution Stan Store works as "Airbnb for selling your ideas"—digital products (PDFs, guides) or consulting services without needing thousands for a down payment. Tim Ferriss's insight: you don't need to know more than everyone—just more than enough people. The math: if you could make $500/month rental cashflow or $30K appreciation over 10 years, couldn't you make $30K selling your expertise? Without gutters or yards.

🎯 Overcoming the Cringe Factor People resist due to imposter syndrome and stereotypes about social media being only for young people. But senior women are the best Airbnb hosts, and middle-aged creators often outperform younger ones. Gary V emphasizes consistency over perfection. Erin no longer maintains a website, relying entirely on video.

Course: Gary Vaynerchuk's 8-week Stan Store Challenge ($300, includes platform access)

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