I realize I may be asking for a miracle here, but I hoped perhaps some of you great professionals could provide some wisdom.  

Travis,I can't begin to thank you for these words of advice and wisdom.

I am soaking all the knowledge and wisdom from BP books about real estate.

I was in law enforcement for ten years before switching to full time REI so I have some experience and a lot of wisdom/resources to offer.  

I believe that by sharing our collective wisdom, we can all find new ways to succeed in this competitive space.Thank you in advance for your time and insights.

I'd greatly appreciate any insights, experiences, or advice you could share, especially from those who have navigated similar decisions.Thank you for your time and wisdom!

I'm here with an open heart and mind and eager to soak up as much wisdom and advice as I can from this incredible community.  

Very eager to learn and gain knowledge and wisdom from those that have gone before me.

There is an immense amount of wisdom in the replies to this post, I hear a lot of positivity overall with a solid sprinkling of caution.I also question the validity of the agent's scenario you mention above in regards to taxes - you should speak to your CPA on how this purchase would impact you. 

Hello Storage Facility Owners and Operators,I'm reviewing the financials for some properties and seeking your collective wisdom on the operational benchmarks for running these facilities efficiently.We understand that, on average, total expenses for a well-run facility should equate to about 35% of the Gross Income.