How We Built $1 Million in Equity from a $7,000 Investment on Our Primary Residence [Actual Numbers]

Radical Hospitality Show

In this episode of the Radical Hospitality Podcast, host Zeke Freeman takes you through his family's decade-long journey to transform a modest foreclosure into a thriving real estate portfolio. Learn how a $7,000 initial investment and a lot of hard work turned into $1 million in equity and a sustainable legacy. Zeke shares practical insights, real numbers, and the challenges of building generational wealth in the mountains. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or dreaming of building a legacy, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips.
00:00 - Introduction
00:23 - Starting the Journey
00:51 - The Everyday Millionaire Inspiration
01:12 - Building a Family Legacy
03:35 - The Treehouse Project
07:00 - Lessons Learned and Real Numbers
09:55 - From Dream to Reality
11:11 - Closing Thoughts

Connect with Zeke Freeman:
Instagram: @zekefreeman_rootarchitecture and @rootarchitecture
YouTube: @rootarchitecture
Facebook: @RootArchitectureandDevelopment
LinkedIn: Zeke Freeman
X/Twitter: @zfreemanroot
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