Ben Patel
How to source storage unit deals?
Seems like most of the storage business that is listed on loopnet or through a storage broker is over priced / something is wrong in the deal. Alternatively, I seen folks here have success with direct mail. Wouldn't e...
Brandon M.
Best self-storage marketing ideas?
Recently acquired a small self storage building, your basic run of the mill self storage. On the lower end, no gate, no climate control, no office on location, just a block construction building with 42 garage doors. ...
Isaac S.
Social media advice for real estate investor
If not for my posting at BiggerPockets, I have zero social media presence. Honestly, I do not really want to deal with some of the inevitable negative(politics, religion, activism, etc) social aspects of social media....
Nick Rutkowski
Increasing Customers for a Distressed Self Storage Building
Hey BPers,
I'm looking at purchasing a self-storage unit in my local area, I'm looking for ways to increase my occupancy. So far, I need to drop the prices on a few units to make them competitive in the market, pass...
Tara Jenkins
Duplex next to Storage facilities. Yay or nay?
I am considering buying a 2 flat, but it is next to a new storage unit facility. Is this a deal breaker? Would you buy it or pass on it? It's a good deal
Guillermo Perez Vargas
New Servicer wants original Note????
Hi,I'm being forced to change note servicer on my notes since my old servicer will no longer be licensed in the state where I have most of my notes (MI).The Old servicer recommended West Star in Phoenix, and they seem...
Foster Algier
Check it out - This has some really useful "do's and dont's" for
Why social media is killing your business"NEW YORK – March 8, 2017 – Face it, some days you wish social media would just go away so you can get back to running your small business. Sure, you like Facebook for keeping ...
Richard Mann
Self Storage Units
I have read and bookmarked several of the many posts I have read concerning investing in self storage sites. There is one that is for sale in my area and I would be interested.
How many years back should I go...
Sarah B.
Large Project - before and after pics
This was my biggest project yet. It went a little longer than expected due to having to deal with a jackhole of a contractor, but luckily the market is hopping and prices are increasing. Offers in over asking price, ...
Danny Polanski
Tip of the day: Don't underestimate the value of a secure garage
With the upcoming colder weather, now is the time to take advantage of renting that garage and locking in some great, low maintenance cash flow.
I think garages are an often ignored but quite valuable rental option