Real Estate at 18, Nonprofits at 30: The Entrepreneurial Evolution of Clayton King

Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s most compelling voices in business, leadership, and community impact. From first-time entrepreneurs to seasoned executives, this podcast uncovers the stories of grit, growth, and giving back that define the spirit of Northeast Florida.

In this episode, Jason interviews Clayton King, a Jacksonville-based financial advisor, real estate investor, and nonprofit board member whose journey started with buying his first home at just 18 years old. Clayton shares how growing up in a financially literate household shaped his mindset, the lessons he learned from living in his car during college while managing rental properties, and why he now devotes part of his time to affordable housing initiatives and local economic development. From balancing ambition with family to helping others secure financial freedom, Clayton’s story is full of hard-won wisdom and surprising turns.