💡 “If I make a million dollars by 18, I don’t have to go back to school.” — Erik Finman

At just 12 years old, Erik Finman invested $1,000 from his grandmother into Bitcoin back in 2011 — when BTC traded near $10.

His journey started unexpectedly at a protest in Washington DC, where he noticed someone wearing a Bitcoin shirt. Curious, he asked his brother what it was. The answer: “It’s going to end Wall Street, bro.”

That moment changed his life.

🚀 From Dropout to Young Millionaire

By 15, Erik dropped out of high school after a teacher told him he’d “never amount to anything.”

He made a bet with his parents: if he became a millionaire by 18, no school or college.

To get there, he sold part of his Bitcoin holdings (~$100K) and launched Botangle, an online education startup connecting students and teachers via video chat.

Within 2 years, he sold the company for 300 BTC.

💎 The Million-Dollar Moment

When Bitcoin crossed $2,700, Erik was 17 years old — officially a millionaire and the winner of his bet.

Instead of college, he traveled the world — from Dubai to Hong Kong, London to Sydney.

🌍 Where He Stands Today

Net worth: 8 figures

Major Bitcoin holder

Investor in a Silicon Valley crypto startup

Advocate for crypto policy, contributing to the Crypto-Currency Act of 2020

👉 From a $1,000 gift to millionaire status before 18, Erik Finman proves how conviction, timing, and bold moves can change everything.

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