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Chapter 4: Scaling Up

  Chapter 4: Scaling Up

  Nate sat at his desk, staring at his bank balance. Nearly $3,000 sat in his account, a mix of his initial cashback bonuses and the profits from his sneaker flip. It was a solid start, but he knew better than to be complacent. If he wanted to build an empire, he needed a plan—one that would turn his modest funds into something unstoppable.

  While sneakers had given him a taste of success, he knew they weren’t a long-term strategy. Limited edition releases were inconsistent, and the sneaker market was full of sharks—seasoned resellers with bots and insider connections. If he wanted to scale up fast, he needed a more consistent and predictable investment.

  That’s when it hit him: electronics.

  High-demand electronics, particularly gaming consoles, graphics cards, and flagship smartphones, were always in demand. Scarcity drove their value up, just like sneakers, but the key difference? Electronics weren’t dictated by fashion trends. Their resale value was based on raw demand and supply chain issues.

  If he could take advantage of product shortages, he could flip items for massive profits.

  And, with the Cashback System, every dollar he spent would come back to him with a bonus.

  Nate pulled up his laptop and started researching. He scoured tech forums, online marketplaces, and reseller groups, looking for the hottest products. Within minutes, he found a golden opportunity—a new gaming console set to restock at a local electronics store the next day.

  Retail price: $500. Resale value: $1,200.

  That was more than double the return on investment. If he could buy multiple units, he’d walk away with thousands.

  [Ding! New Quest Activated!]

  [Bulk Buyer: Spend $2,000 on high-demand electronics and receive 150% cashback!]

  Nate’s eyes gleamed.

  He could barely believe how broken his system was. Not only was he making money from flipping products, but the Cashback System was literally paying him to spend. If he maxed out this opportunity, he could turn $2,000 into $5,000 instantly.

  All he needed to do was secure the stock.

  The next morning, Nate arrived at the electronics store an hour before opening. A small line had already formed—other resellers and eager gamers hoping to snag a unit. He clenched his jaw. If he wanted to walk away with multiple consoles, he had to be strategic.

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  He approached the store clerk, a bored-looking guy in his early twenties, scrolling through his phone. Nate put on his most confident smile.

  “Hey man, quick question—how many consoles do you guys have in stock today?”

  The clerk barely looked up. “We got around fifteen. Gonna be a limit of one per person, though.”

  Nate expected that. Most stores imposed limits to prevent scalping.

  That’s where his plan came in.

  He quickly texted a few acquaintances from school—people he knew would help him for a small fee. Within thirty minutes, six people arrived, each with cash in hand. They weren’t resellers, just classmates happy to make a quick $50 for standing in line.

  When the store opened, Nate’s group each purchased a console, then handed them over to him outside.

  Total spent: $3,000.

  [Transaction Completed!]

  [Cashback Bonus Applied!]

  [$4,500 Credited!]

  His balance shot up to $5,900.

  It was like printing money.

  Now that he had six consoles, he needed to sell them fast. Resale value would peak over the next few days before dipping slightly as restocks hit other retailers. Timing was everything.

  He posted the consoles across multiple platforms—Facebook Marketplace, eBay, and reseller forums. Within hours, he had multiple offers.

  By the end of the day, he had sold all six for an average price of $1,100 each.

  Revenue earned: $6,600.

  Profit: $3,600.

  Total bank balance: $9,500.

  Less than a week ago, he had $1,000. Now, he was just shy of five figures.

  And this was only the beginning.

  As his bank balance grew, Nate realized something important:

  If he kept flipping products without a legitimate business front, people would start asking questions. He needed to create an official company.

  With a few clicks, he registered a new business online:

  Carter Enterprises, LLC.

  With an official company name, he could now operate as a legitimate business, get access to bulk supplier deals, and even open a business bank account to keep his finances separate.

  That wasn’t all.

  He designed a simple e-commerce website listing high-demand electronics. His long-term goal was to transition from reselling to direct importing—cutting out middlemen and maximizing profits.

  The Cashback System rewarded spending. If he poured money into business expansion, it was possible he’d unlock even bigger rewards.

  [Ding! Business Expansion Bonus!]

  [Spend $5,000 in business investments and receive 200% cashback!]

  Nate grinned.

  This system wasn’t just making him rich.

  It was turning him into a financial monster.

  With nearly $10,000 in his account, Nate knew his next move:

  


      
  1. Expand inventory – Electronics flipping was good, but he needed more categories. High-end watches, limited-edition merchandise, even rare liquor—anything that had a resale premium.


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  3. Build supplier connections – Instead of buying from retailers, he needed to find direct suppliers. Wholesale pricing would boost profits massively.


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  5. Start hiring help – He couldn’t do everything alone. He needed a small team to handle logistics, listings, and customer service.


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  7. Find his next high-yield investment – Sneakers and electronics were just the beginning. Real estate, stocks, even luxury cars—his system would reward him no matter what he spent on.


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  And of course, there was still one more thing.

  His family.

  They still had no idea he was rebuilding his fortune.

  But soon, they would.

  And this time, Nate would be the one holding all the power.

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