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I am currently researching an investment with storage units. I have read about a 30-38% rule. Does anyone have any insight on this rule? My mind is telling me that more storage is better than more driveway.
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I’ve Identified several locations within my region that, based on the trends in residential development seem to be under supplied and positioned to be great potential locations for new climate control self storage.
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Investment Info:
Other commercial investment investment.
Purchase price: $2,500,000
Cash invested: $1,350,000
Conversion of vacant 97,500 square foot Kmart to 65,000 square feet of climate-controlled...
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Just completed my third self-storage conversion in October with my W2 job at Elm Builders. My first start to finish was in Gastonia NC, then Burlington NC then this one in Lexington NC. Currently have three more in pr...
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Hello, I am reaching out to see if there are any other UK investors or people who are also looking to start. I would like to share ideas and experiences and the steps to begin investing. Many thanks!
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A sign of the times. Zillow is adding climate risk scores powered by First Street for every for-sale listing on its platform.
Another Zillow survey published in September 2023 found that 83% of home shoppers conside...
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Here's the story:
http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2010/02/08/noaa-blizzard-rearranges-climate-change-announcement/
Here's my favorite part:
More and more, Americans are witnessing the impacts of climate change in the...
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Left, Right or center...the facts are that it's HOT in many areas of the country. I'm not talking about the housing market, I'm talking literally, it's hot outside. I feel for my East Coast friends these past few week...
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I have been considering purchasing a mini storage unit facility, I have found one that is currently for sale and the owner seems motivated to sell. Please review the numbers and let me know if this deal has potential....
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When it comes to real estate investing, many investors recognize that timing is key. Seasonality driven by factors like weather, school schedules, and buyer habits affects housing demand and pricing, often making cert...