> After dropping out of college, the Man took a job in high-frequency trading when he was 20, where, he claims, he made a killing.
> Thus far, he's found two properties that fit the bill. He charges around $500 a night for the first one; this second one is set to launch in the coming weeks with a similar price tag. He’s received funding from outside investors...
Parts of this story seem odd. If the Man Who Does Not Exist made a "killing" in finance, why exactly does he need or want investors for this venture? It sounds like the investment required is relatively modest and would quickly be recouped. And I can't imagine that increasing the number of people formally involved in his illegal enterprise will be to his benefit when, for one reason or another, the gig is up.
> Thus far, he's found two properties that fit the bill. He charges around $500 a night for the first one; this second one is set to launch in the coming weeks with a similar price tag. He’s received funding from outside investors...
Parts of this story seem odd. If the Man Who Does Not Exist made a "killing" in finance, why exactly does he need or want investors for this venture? It sounds like the investment required is relatively modest and would quickly be recouped. And I can't imagine that increasing the number of people formally involved in his illegal enterprise will be to his benefit when, for one reason or another, the gig is up.