The Augusta, Georgia community and the broader social media world are mourning the sudden and unexpected passing of Joe Felz, founder of Felz Investment Group and a beloved content creator who built a massive following of over 700,000 Instagram followers through his passion for real estate, renovation, and DIY content.
Felz passed away at the age of 40, having just celebrated his birthday on June 27.
His partner Alxzondra confirmed the news in a formal statement shared to Instagram, asking the public for space and privacy as the family processes their grief.
Partner Alxzondra Confirms the Loss and Asks the Public to Honor Joe’s Legacy
In her statement, Alxzondra wrote that Joe Felz had left this earth and had finally found his freedom. She expressed that she did not have many words in the immediate aftermath of the loss and asked that everyone give her, Joe’s family, and all of his loved ones the time and space needed to process a loss of this magnitude.
A message from a loved one named Brandy was also included in the post, urging people to think carefully before speaking and to remember that the manner in which something occurs should never overshadow the legacy that is left behind.
No official cause of death has been announced, and the family has not released any further details surrounding the circumstances of his passing.
Fans and Followers Remember a Man Who Built an Empire From Nothing After Leaving Prison
Joe Felz started Felz Investment Group back in 2011 in Augusta, Georgia, building a business centered on buying, renovating, and reselling properties.
Over the years, he expanded into solar energy and van conversions while growing a deeply loyal social media following drawn to his transparency, hustle, and knowledge. His own website described him as an eight-time convicted felon who walked out of prison with just fifty dollars and rebuilt his entire life from scratch.
He later moved to Costa Rica, where he was living with Alxzondra at the time of his death.
Tributes from fans and fellow creators flooded social media almost immediately. One follower wrote that the world had lost a great man and asked for prayers for everyone in his life.
Another shared that Joe had shown the world so much and that his death simply did not feel real. A third wrote that they would honor his spirit by taking their family out to enjoy nature in his memory.
Joe Felz was 40 years old. His story of redemption, resilience, and relentless drive inspired countless people, and his legacy will continue living through the lives he changed forever.
