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UVA Student Turns Thrifting Into $150K Real Estate Venture

4/29/2025

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Rajan Chidambaram, a savvy senior at the University of Virginia, has turned thrifting into a goldmine, raking in $150,000 by selling over 7,500 pairs of shoes on eBay. With his earnings, he’s diving into real estate, recently acquiring a property in Front Royal, Virginia, to create luxurious Airbnb cabins. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through as he expertly sources shoes and enhances online listings.

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Story summary

Rajan Chidambaram, a savvy senior at the University of Virginia, has turned thrifting into a goldmine, raking in $150,000 by selling over 7,500 pairs of shoes on eBay. With his earnings, he’s diving into real estate, recently acquiring a property in Front Royal, Virginia, to create luxurious Airbnb cabins. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through as he expertly sources shoes and enhances online listings.