A personal update (and what it means for you)

I don't usually send email blasts outside of my monthly newsletter or deal announcements, but I wanted to share a quick personal update, because it affects you as well…

After 7 years working in the corporate world as a CPA, I've recently made the leap to pursue real estate investing full-time.

It's been a gradual journey, and I thought I'd share how I got here and what it means for you.

When I started my career in public accounting in 2018, I was following the conventional playbook: work hard, climb the ladder, save what you can, and hope the stock market performs. But I soon began questioning whether that approach alone would truly lead to financial freedom.

In 2019, I bought my first rental - a simple house hack. I lived in it briefly, then rented it out. That one decision opened my eyes. Real estate wasn't just for the ultra-wealthy or ultra-experienced. It could work for someone like me.

Over the next few years, I kept learning and slowly growing our single-family portfolio. I took on a renovation in 2022 that taught me a lot - sometimes the hard way - and started thinking more seriously about what it would look like to scale.

In 2023, I discovered the world of multifamily syndications - where investors come together to acquire larger apartment communities. I was immediately hooked and dove in headfirst: joined a mastermind, hired a mentor, and started surrounding myself with people already doing what I hoped to one day do. All while continuing to work full-time in accounting.

In 2024, I was fortunate enough to co-sponsor two apartment deals alongside experienced operators. It’s been eye-opening. I am seeing firsthand how powerful this model can be - not just for those of us doing the work, but for our passive investors who get to participate without needing to be full-time landlords.

Then, in April 2025, the firm I worked for shut down unexpectedly. I was laid off, just like that. The "safe" accounting career I had been counting on was gone.

After a lot of prayer and reflection, we realized this was the perfect opportunity for me to go all-in on the business I'd been quietly building in my free time.

Today, I'm focused full-time on Cornerstone Commercial Investment Group - a company I started with the goal of helping people multiply their financial resources and achieve financial freedom through passive real estate investments.

As you already know from following along with me, I take pride in partnering with experienced operators who share my commitment to a conservative and realistic approach to all aspects of the deal. My partners and I work hard to source and manage these well-positioned commercial real estate deals, so you, our passive investors, can build wealth, generate cash flow, and save on taxes - completely hands-free.

Now that I can dedicate my full energy and attention to this business, I'm excited about the opportunities ahead - both for our company and for the investors who choose to partner with us.

This isn't just a career shift for me. It's something I truly believe in. Real estate changed my life - and I've seen how it can do the same for others. I'd love to help it change yours as well.

What this means for you: with my full focus now on analyzing and vetting deals, building new strategic relationships with expert operators, and managing our assets, I can offer more, high-quality investment opportunities and provide even better service to our investor community.

If you've been thinking about diversifying beyond the stock market casino, or want to discover additional passive income streams, this could be the perfect time to explore what real estate investing might look like for you.

Thanks for being part of the journey so far. If we haven't caught up in a while, I'd love to reconnect.

Here's my calendar if you'd ever like to chat - no pressure, just a conversation:

Or feel free to reply to this email anytime.

To your success,

Conrad Boyd
Founder & Operator | Cornerstone Commercial Investment Group
E: [email protected] 
C: 615.686.8987

P.S. - One of my partners and I are currently under contract and in the “due diligence” phase of another multifamily opportunity. It's still early, but if everything checks out, it could be a solid fit for those looking to invest in the coming months. I'll share more details soon - just wanted to give you a quick heads-up to keep an eye on your inbox!