Remember syndicators are marketers first and operators (sometimes) a distant second. 

Are you looking in other markets outside of NY? 

It showed me the significance of developing systems and processes that propelled my different ventures.Another book that struck a chord is Can't Hurt Meby David Goggins.

The property was in a great market but needed a full cosmetic rehab and basement finish to add a bedroom and increase resale value.

Europe is not a good market for investing.

I want to reach out and get feedback on where I would be able to find off market self storage facilities and how to approach the owner?

Goal would be to acquire 20 rentals by the age of retirement, with some already starting to be paid off.I am in the same boat as you, and I focus on safe appreciation all day (small cash flow for safety and then focused on markets on that appreciate). 

Tenant Default: 0-5% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class A rents are too high and won’t be approved.Vacancies: 5-10%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Class B Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 620-680, some blemishes, no convictions/evictions in last 5 years.Tenant Default: 5-10% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Vacancies: 10-15%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 1-3 years for positive cashflow, balanced amounts of relative rent & value appreciation.Section 8: Class B rents are usually too high for the Section 8 program.Class C Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 560-620, many blemishes, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 3 years.

Thank you Lauren,  Yes, Pad split is already in this market so I think Im good.   

Until the lease ends and then the legal notice time in your market has passed.