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## 1. Store Robberies vs High-Stakes Heists
Early in GTA VI, convenience store holdups yield fast cash ranging from $500 to $2,500 per register. However, organizing high-stakes heists alongside Lucia will unlock major payouts upwards of $500,000.
## 2. Vice Keys Offshore Contraband Smuggling
Utilizing fast speedboats like the *Shitzu Squalo*, pick up sea drops in the Vice Keys archipelago during low-visibility night hours to maximize illicit profits without triggering coast guard attention.
Money GuidesIntermediate• 8 min read
Top Ways To Make Money Fast in Vice City (Early Game & Heists)
Discover the most profitable heist setups, store robberies, contraband smuggling routes, and stock market investments in GTA VI.
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