I have no clue about that, but I do understand the industry can be profitable!

A few years earlier, I had done some indepth research on the self storage industry and wanted to invest in that but my wife wanted a bigger home.

This is why successful investors engage in this industry How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

The Columbus market is extremely competitive and deals are hard to come by...It's just a matter of what you're comfortable with.Here is a good resource: https://columbusregion.com/market-research/rankings-and-accolades/

Look at the finishes of the comps.3) the building has a weird layout and the backside/entrance mates up to an industrial area4) everything in the tree streets is very old.

@Dan Moore, you are looking for good deals like everyone is, so like Jonathan said, the competition is fierce out there. 

You have a lot of capital, and i feel as though you can get better investments exploring less competitive, cheaper sub markets in the US with still great economics for the future. 

I am in the construction industry, i have renovated a few properties so that's not the issue.

From those calls, you will have learned what your competition is related to lot rent, the sale of homes, how many POH they have, and what incentives you may have to offer as you sell homes.Run a test ad to sell a home. 

I'm not sure if Carlsbad is a competitive market, but it's always good to get a mix of lists - Absentee Owners have been a long-time go-to for mailing.