Yea Josh, I got the same impression from James post still I think now is hardly the time to loose interest in our political and economic climate.

Not sure if could even break even let alone make a profit on the lower scale properties I'm looking at in this climate but long term I believe It's a great prospect.

The property is the last thing to worry about, investigate the economic climate of the are, population growth and job growth. 

Are there self storage climate controlled facilities close by?

But 15 years would be unacceptable to me; we use heavier shingles that cost just a little more, but will actually last over 25 years (30y on steeper roofs) here in our Wisconsin climate.

Or think about climate, where do you NOT want to go if you had to look at the property. 

Louis) that would be open to any investors, Realtors, lenders, etc. who would like to come network and discuss topics that revolve around challenges or new strategies taken especially in this current market climate.

Very tough, you have to hunker down and dig in - it is not an easy process and it is not a forgiving climate

For you northern climate storage locations, you should be working to get your Sparefoot Rankings to the top now, prior to the April/May busy season. 

Also the Airbnb market generally slows in cold climates over the winter, so be aware.Another option would be to mid-term rent the home or a portion of the home for 30+ days at a time.