What MBA Classes Won't Teach You - Lessons from My Personal Investment Story


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A long time ago I had my first experience in investment. It wasn't the most sophisticated nor the most thrilling endeavor, but it allowed me to learn volumes about how investments work in the real world.

I happened upon an acquaintance who said that they could fetch me a 36% return on a $1,000 investment. The plan was to buy 100 boxes of shrimp (wholesale) in downtown San Pedro and Los Angeles for $10 each. The shrimp would then be distributed at a grocery store in Fresno, CA, where the shrimp sold for $18 per box.

Each week we netted $1,800, $360 of which were given back to me. This was a very simple investment that I made, but it began a path that led to where I am now. No MBA classes could have taught me what I learned in those few weeks.

I learned quickly that returns are relative, and that cash flow is king. This has been my guiding principle ever since. If you are currently looking to invest in rental properties, then please contact me and I would be glad to help you in your venture.

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