Investors often focus on revenue projections, cap rates, or expansion potential. But the first skill you need in self-storage is knowing when a deal has problems buried beneath the surface. Some issues are obvious the moment you walk in; others only appear when you start asking the right questions. This short guide lays out the main warning signs to watch for before committing to a purchase.

Unless you can do everything yourself, you will have to hire contractors to perform certain services at your storage facility. But are you paying too much for them? In this Self-Storage University podcast we’re going to explore some strategies to get you the lowest cost from vendors.

When you're investing in a self-storage facility, the debt you take on can either be a source of stability—or a potential weak spot. As a long-time real estate investor, I have observed again and again that using financing smartly is one of the most important tools to protect your investment and improve your chances of success.

Creating a sense of urgency for your self-storage facility seller can often be difficult. But when you’ve been waiting for a while for them to sign a contract, you realize that you have to take some proactive action. In this Self-Storage University podcast we’re going to review some of the most effective ways to build a fire under sellers.