How I Saved $25k in 3 Years (down payment)

I saved up my first $25,000 just 3 years after I was flat broke. I used that money as a down payment for my first real estate investment and the rest is history.
For everyone new to my channel, my name is Chris Ake (pronounced like Ache, yes the pain). Currently I am managing partner at a software company, Kyros Digital, and I also focus on investing into real estate. But how did I get here?
2011 - Graduated from GVSU in West Michigan
2011 - Started my first company, Grand Apps during my senior semester
2016 - Started a floor installation company
2016 - Started 2 more companies (video production and marketing)
2017 - Invested into my first real estate deal
2018 - Invested into my second real estate deal
2020 - Sold my first company, Grand Apps. Joined Kyros Digital as equal owner
2020 - Started Sidekick Ai, a SaaS company focused on Ai Scheduling.
2023 - Sold Sidekick Ai
2023 - Bought my biggest real estate deal yet (50,000sf, 3 buildings downtown)
2024 - We will see what happens next
I am one of the rare breeds who actually enjoy working and staying busy. I also enjoy my pool and beach time to mentally reset. I am here to document my journey, share some war stories and hopefully help a few people out while I’m here on this planet.
I wish you all nothing but the best. If you have questions, email me.
Best wishes,
Chris
Email | [e-mail]
LinkedIn | / chrisake
IG | / chris_ake
My Company | kyrosdigital.com/