When you’re famous, every move you make is under a microscope. People love to watch, judge, and—let’s be real—try to tear you down. And if there’s one person who knows that all too well, it’s Floyd Mayweather Jr. Since retiring in 2017, Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been making business moves that most people could only dream of. Fast forward to 2025, and he’s still proving why he’s in a league of his own.

Back in October, Floyd Mayweather made waves in real estate. The boxing legend dropped a jaw-dropping $402 million on over 60 buildings in Upper Manhattan, adding more than 1,000 units to his growing empire. But here’s the thing—it’s not just another flashy purchase for personal use. According to TMZ Sports, Mayweather’s Vada Properties is all about providing affordable housing for struggling families in the heart of New York.

But of course, some people just couldn’t handle it. The doubters started whispering, claiming it was all fake, that no one had actually bought a place like that. Well, Mayweather heard the noise. Earlier today on Instagram, Floyd Mayweather wasted no time shutting down the rumors. He posted a screenshot of an article from The Real Deal titled, “Mayweather Did Do $402M Deal – Here’s the Fine Print and Upside.”

In short, the article completely debunked the speculation, confirming that his purchases were very real. To drive the point home, the 48-year-old accompanied it with a powerful, no-nonsense message for the public. Floyd Mayweather was basically saying, people love to doubt you, especially “when you’re not supposed to win in their eyes”. He moreover pointed out that, “They expect athletes to go broke,” to blow their money on flashy things instead of building real wealth. They assume success is just about show, not strategy. But Floyd Mayweather? He’s flipping the script.

He revealed that he’s not just making money—he’s making his “own [money] moves”. He’s investing, he’s learning, and he’s building something that lasts. And here’s the thing. The 50-0, 27 KO boxer said that, when people can’t understand your success, they start questioning it. Instead of giving credit, they try to tear it down. Whether it’s “Racism, envy, and tired stereotypes,” people would rather doubt than applaud.

But Mayweather wasn’t there for that. He didn’t just follow the usual path. “I studied, I invested, and I’m building a legacy whether they like it or not,” he stated. His message? Respect the grind instead of trying to tear it apart. Because at the end of the day, his success isn’t about what they expect—it’s about what he built. And if you’re wondering what set him off, here’s your answer.

Floyd Mayweather accused of buying only a minority stake

So here’s the deal—according to Business Insider, Floyd Mayweather claimed that his real estate firm, Vada Properties, dropped $402 million on a major property portfolio. But when reporters looked into it, things didn’t quite add up.

A month after his big announcement, NYC property records—usually updated within days—still didn’t show any sale. Experts pointed out that if the deal had really happened, the NYC Housing Partnership, which helps manage many of these buildings, would have been notified. But guess what? They weren’t.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Someone directly involved in the deal (who wanted to stay anonymous) said Floyd Mayweather actually bought a small minority stake, not the whole thing. He does have options to expand his ownership or buy everything later, but it’s unclear if he’ll do that.

Despite the confusion, Black Spruce Management, the company that owns most of these buildings, backed Mayweather, calling him a “reliable partner” who has followed through on all his commitments.

Things took a weird turn when reporters tried to get more details. The CEO of Mayweather’s firm, Ayal Frist, brought in a guy on a call who introduced himself as James McNair—one of Mayweather’s key business associates. But here’s the catch—his voice didn’t match existing recordings of McNair.

This mystery person insisted Mayweather did buy the properties but refused to share specifics. He claimed Mayweather was drawn to the deal because the buildings include rent-regulated apartments, reminding him of his own childhood in affordable housing. He even quoted Mayweather as saying, “I give back to the community and I make money.” Meanwhile, according to the publication, McNair himself, along with Floyd Mayweather’s lawyers, hasn’t responded to any calls or messages.