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What happens when a young architect trades a steady paycheck for a risky first project—with no guarantee of success? In this bold episode, Baker Roddey reveals how he navigated real estate rules, raised unexpected funding, and turned one deal into a springboard for his firm. But it wasn’t easy—and what he shares will challenge your ideas of what it really takes to grow.
You’ll hear how strategy, sales, and sheer nerve played a role—but not in the ways you might expect. Baker opens up about the invisible barriers architects face, and how he learned to move through them without burning bridges (or cash). His story isn’t just smart—it’s surprisingly spiritual.
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to rewrite your path, this conversation holds insights worth stealing.
The quiet financial tactic no architect is taught in school—but should be.
How one phone call (and a mindset shift) unlocked the deal that changed everything.
The one “soft skill” Baker used to raise five figures… without pitching like a bro.
To learn more about Baker, visit his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakerroddey
To learn more about Mary Beth, visit her website: https://threerealestate.com/
00:00 Intro
03:00 From Architecture Salary to House Hacking Freedom
06:41 The Live-In Short-Term Rental That Changed Everything
10:03 Why Your First Property Should Cover Your Mortgage
14:20 Finding the Gap: $20K Projects Nobody Wants
17:04 Why Getting Licensed Isn’t Always the Answer
21:28 The House Hack Strategy for Young Architects
26:10 How I Raised $120K Without Using My Own Money
29:55 The Friends & Family Pitch That Actually Worked
31:40 Why Borrowing from Family Made Me Work Harder
34:01 The Local Bank Solution Big Lenders Couldn’t Offer
37:38 Network Building While Hitting Dead Ends
39:15 Why “Your Net Worth Is Your Network” Proved True
40:50 Jumping Off Early: The Grind Nobody Talks About
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