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Episode 181: How a Family Business Became a Self-Storage Leader

Send us a Text Message. It was all about cold calls in the early days. Rachel Parham of Noah’s Ark Development remembers her dad making call after call to manage a portfolio of over 400 …

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Episode 180: The Booming Boat and RV Storage Market

Send us a Text Message. Tom Dunkel, Chief Investment Officer at Belrose Storage Group, discusses the increasing demand for boat and RV storage in the US. He explains that the production of RVs and boats …

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REPLAY – Top FAQs From Self-Storage Newbies

This is an episode first published in September 2023. It’s one of our most popular. In this episode Scott discusses the current state of the Self-Storage industry and why it’s attracting new investors. With other …

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Episode 179: Banking on Self-Storage: A Guide to Smart Financing

What are the banks looking for right now when it comes to loans? In this episode, Scott warms up the conversation with proven strategies for securing self-storage loans amidst a challenging economic climate. He explains …

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Episode 178: Turning Self-Storage Ads into Occupancy

Meet the software turning self-storage ads into occupancy boosters! In this episode, Scott interviews Jason Zickler, co-founder of Adverank, about how their specialized software is changing paid advertising for self-storage operators. Jason explains how Adverank’s …

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Episode 177: 9 Ways to Make Money in Syndication Fees

Syndicating self-storage deals just got trickier – here’s how to stay ahead. In this episode, Scott dives into the evolving landscape of the self-storage industry, emphasizing the challenges brought by rising interest rates, construction costs, …

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Episode 176: Beyond the Box: Pro Storage Explained

Imagine the booming world of self-storage evolving into something even more specialized and lucrative. In this episode, Scott Meyers chats with Joe Downs of the Belrose Storage Group about the emerging niche of “pro storage” …

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Episode 175: From Traditional to Self-Directed: A Wealth-Building Journey

Turn your savings into a wealth-building machine. Scott Meyers introduces Donnell and Angelique Stidhum, a dynamic duo dedicated to empowering individuals through financial literacy. They share their journey and strategies for leveraging self-directed 401(k)s, real …

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Episode 174: Breaking Ground: The Next Steps in Self Storage Site Development

Site development is critical! In this episode, Scott shares the essentials of developing the perfect location for your self-storage business. From understanding zoning regulations and gaining community support to identifying red flags like environmental challenges …

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