Self Storage Investing

Send us a textIn this episode, Chris Long shares his success story in growing a company that offers custom yards and storage spaces for contractors from the ground up. We’ll also chat about the importance of conducting market analysis, why you should trust the process, and believe in the value of your business ideas. Start listening to know more!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe essential nature of identifying the ideal and perfect avatarWhen is the right time to raise rents for your storage facilitiesHow to select the best markets and the factors to considerWhy it’s a priority to cater to the needs of the local communityHelpful pieces of advice on how to keep going as a real estate investor ABOUT CHRIS LONG Chris is the founder, CEO, and operator of Longyards Storage. He was born and raised in Ottawa, Canada, and had an entrepreneurial vision and mindset at a young age. Before venturing full-time into the real estate industry, he opened Conrad Construction in 2013 and served as a licensed carpenter. The first Longyards storage facility was built in his hometown. After seeing the massive potential of his business, he decided to move to the United States to grow and scale the business and provide storage spaces for more contractors and construction companies.CONNECT WITH CHRISWebsite: Longyards https://longyards.com/Facebook: Longyards Storage https://www.facebook.com/longyards/Email: clong@longyards.comPhone:(941) 278-1995CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textScott Lewis is back on the show and will walk you through how to scale your business with your team effectively and why you should strategically head into a recession. We’ll also chat about decision-making and what makes optionality and flexibility valuable, so listen now ‘coz you don’t want to miss out on this episode!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe power of being flexible for both great and risky circumstancesBest thing to exercise when bringing in new team membersWhy its recommended to have more than enough cash reservesHow to create lasting relationships with your buyers and sellers A practice that can assist you during market downturns RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDThinking In Bets by Annie Duke | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3qmqPRH & Audiobook https://amzn.to/3qhSN0GAntifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb | Paperback https://amzn.to/3QqB02f & Hardcover https://amzn.to/3AWdvIxLeadership by Doris Kearns Goodwin | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3QoXfFC & Paperback https://amzn.to/3RGXL2S The 4 Disciplines Of Execution by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3D1yEUp & Audiobook  https://amzn.to/3KVP2YDABOUT SCOTT LEWIS Scott Lewis is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Spartan Investment Group, LLC (SIG). He is responsible for the company's strategic direction and ensuring it aligns with its mission, Improve Lives Through Real Estate. Before Spartan, Scott was a regional sales manager for a biotech firm, had various positions in strategic and project management for the federal government, and was on active duty as an Infantry Officer. He is an Iraqi Freedom Combat Vet and now an active US Army Reserves. Scott has degrees in Chemistry and Marketing, graduating from Michigan State University. He also has an MS in Management from Catholic University and a Certificate in Project Management from Georgetown University.CONNECT WITH SCOTTWebsite: Spartan Investment Group, LLC https://spartan-investors.com/LinkedIn: Scott J. Lewis https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-j-lewis-aa616027/CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textFinding the right sponsor could be risky and complicated for you as a new investor, but we'll have you covered in this episode! We invited Brian Martinez back on the show to guide us with his expertise in evaluating sponsors, building connections, and advice on how to get started in real estate the right way. Tune in and take this opportunity to invest wisely in a changing market environment!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThings investors should consider when looking for the right sponsorWhy sponsors must identify investors’ motivation, goal, and purpose for investingBest advice for people to start investing in real estateThe role of having an online presence in attracting more investorsTips for underwriting deals for self-storage and other asset classesRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDBetter Business Bureau https://www.bbb.org/The Definitive Guide to Underwriting Multifamily Acquisitions by Robert Beardsley | Paperback https://amzn.to/3CTuxcLABOUT BRIAN MARTINEZBrian Martinez is the Senior Business Development Representative of NuView Trust Company. Brian began his career in sales and business development with 15 years as a sales coach for a subsidiary of a Fortune 500 company, where he built teams to adapt to new market trends. Brian has since used his industry knowledge to work his way up to his current position as the Retail Sales Manager at NuView Trust – a premier, regulated custodian for self-directed alternative investments. Since working with NuView, Brian has had the privilege of developing new relationships with his clients and referral partners while helping them to continue building their wealth using self-direction. Brian’s passion lies in educating others on the endless investment possibilities afforded by using self-directed accounts and providing individuals with the right tools to get started on their alternative investment journey.CONNECT WITH BRIANEmail: bmartinez@nuviewtrust.com Phone: 407-519-9172CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textFrom being a medical professional to becoming an active investor in multiple real estate niches and other business ventures, we’ll be talking about what it takes to be on another level of success through real estate investing. Ross Stryker reveals secrets to his accomplishment, the value of taking action as an investor, and why your health should be your top priority. Take this opportunity to learn more, so tune in!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe reward of joining real estate and mastermind groupsHow taking action and staying persistent could take you further in businessAdvantages of investing and navigating different types of investmentsExisting issues and crises in the housing market and affordable housingAdvice on how to prioritize self-care and focus on good health habitsRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDLife Force by Tony Robbins | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3pzdc12 & Audiobook https://amzn.to/3QHQtfcThe Win-Win Wealth Strategy by Tom Wheelwright | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3caE18P & Audiobook https://amzn.to/3TaIjObWho Ate Lunch With Abraham by Asher Intrater https://amzn.to/3dKLxHNMONEY Master the Game by Tony Robbins https://amzn.to/3dMrOaGABOUT DR. ROSS STRYKERRoss Stryker is a founder and CEO of Smart Asset Opportunities – which helps educate busy small business owners to take charge of their own financial freedom plans. He practiced dentistry and specialized in Orthodontics for over 35 years – 12 of those years were while serving in the US Army – reaching the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and later in private practice where he grew one of the largest single doctor practices in the country. Ross has owned 40+ single-family homes and written two books – one specifically on real estate investing. He has been part of 4 different masterminds and attends additional conferences, seminars, and meetings with elite real estate investors. He knows that unlike wall street where insider information will get you thrown in jail – in real estate investing – that is where the real opportunities can be found. It is not the asset that makes the opportunity work – it’s the people behind the asset. Having participated in a multitude of commercial projects, including Self Storage facilities, mobile home parks, office complexes, ATM purchases, a coffee farm in Panama, apartment complexes, and even a resort in Belize. Ross has invested in and in many cases helped with capital raises on projects worth 10’s millions of dollars. His latest project is StoreEase of Fultondale. CONNECT WITH DR. ROSSWebsite: Smart Asset Opportunities https://www.smartassetopportunities.com/Phone: 417 664 0880CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an

Send us a textLead generation is crucial to every business, and in this episode, we’ll be helping you learn a bit more about effective marketing strategies that bring results. Today’s guest Julie Houston will uncover her secrets and methods for you to discover what you can do to convert leads into profitable deals. Join us in this conversation and get tons of value.WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe importance of building client relationships in a businessWhat makes TikTok an effective way to find leadsStrategies for creating a good social media presenceThe best marketing strategy for self-storage lead generation2 things self-storage investors should focus on in their marketing plansRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Gary Vaynerchuk https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/Crushing It by Gary Vaynerchuk | Paperback https://amzn.to/3dzdhiH & Audiobook https://amzn.to/3ApoNG8Jab, Jab, Jab, Righ Hook by Gary Vaynerchuk https://amzn.to/3SY4x5FABOUT JULIE HOUSTONJulie Houston has been in the affiliate & marketing space for over 10 years!  She is a U.S. Navy Veteran, carrying a Master’s of Science Degree in Psychology, empowering her to build incredible relationships and inviolable value in various niches. Julie is dedicated and committed to working in professional relationships that carry high integrity & honesty. She has extensive experience in creating substantial business growth in lead generation and list building in the coaching and online education industry. She is skilled in creating marketing plans and implementing vigorous lead generation techniques.Julie is also an investor buying homes in her local market following creative deal structures with private money.CONNECT WITH JULIEWebsite: Fuller Wallet Media https://fullerwalletmedia.com/Email: hello@fullerwalletmedia.com CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast

Send us a textJoin us as we invite Jay Conner back for another conversation full of sense. His second guesting covers the trends in the housing market, his deep understanding of what a recession is, and most importantly, the effectiveness of raising private capital in any asset class. If you want to partner with an expert in the self-storage space, listen until the end of this episode!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe rising foreclosures in the current real estate market and the economy’s situationWhat causes real estate increasing value and pricesWhy it’s important to have an effective exit strategy and evaluate your business performance in a volatile marketCurrent trends in the self-storage and industrial real estateThe significance of knowing how to raise capital to do real estate easierRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDEp 56: How & Why You Should Keep a Private Money Investor Happy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-56-how-why-you-should-keep-a-private-money-investor-happy/id1507427005?i=1000537978853Download Jay’s FREE Money Guide through this link: http://www.jayconner.com/moneyguideABOUT JAY CONNERJay Conner is the President of the Private Money Authority. He’s been in the real estate industry since 2003 and is a proven real estate investment leader and an author of the book Where to Get the Money Now. He can relate to all the frustrations of losing a deal because you had no capital. After a few years of struggling for ways to raise money, he has finally figured out how to raise private capital, and he now teaches others how to do it too!CONNECT WITH JAYWebsite: Jay Conner https://www.jayconner.com/CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textWe’ll dive deep into the syndication as we discuss raising investor capital in this conversation with Gene Trowbridge. Get insights on security laws and syndication issues to consider and learn how to prepare yourself as an investor for an anticipated recession. Be more knowledgeable by joining us in this episode!WHAT TO LISTEN FORWhat to do if not all investors in syndication want to sell?Why ‘Tenancy in Common (TIC)’ is not ideal for a syndicationHow to deal with business continuity issuesRecent trends in capital raising using 506(b) and 506(c)The importance of building strong relationships with good lenders RESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDIt’s A Whole New Business! by Gene Trowbridge by Gene Trowbridge https://amzn.to/3PLOTIy ABOUT GENE TROWBRIDGEGene Trowbridge has been in the commercial and investment real estate business continuously since 1972 and in the legal profession since 1996. He is a founding partner of Trowbridge Law Group LLP, and his law practice concentrates on the syndication of commercial and investment real estate, through both debt and equity.  Gene was a former syndicator who raised investor capital for ten years. He was responsible for the organization of those investment groups; the acquisition, management, and disposition of the real estate; and communications with the investors.  Because of Gene’s hands-on syndication experience, he is able to communicate with his clients, on both the technical and practical aspects of state and federal securities laws. Between Gene’s individual syndication background and the firm’s legal practice, the partners in the firm have written offerings of more than $5 Billion in monies raised. The median offering size is $2.5 million. His practice writes offerings under Rule 506(b) and 506(c) of Regulation D; Regulation CF and Regulation A+. Gene authored his first book It’s A Whole New Business in 2005. The third edition was released in 2015.CONNECT WITH GENEWebsite: Trowbridge Law GroupYouTube: Trowbridge LawPhone: 949 570 1507CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textWith the recession looming ahead, how are investors dealing with it? Find out as Richard Wilson is pouring his insights into the real estate market and self-storage trends during these trying economic times. You'll learn what assets are better to invest in now and how businesses could thrive in an economic downturn, so don't miss this! WHAT TO LISTEN FORCurrent trends and changes in the real estate marketMultifamily vs. self-storage during the present economic crisisInsights on financing deals and opportunities despite a recessionThe importance of utilizing all possible resources to keep updated with self-storage trendsWhy you should prioritize your health and relationships firstRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDThe Fantastic Life by Mr. R. Craig https://amzn.to/3OkIq5ZWhat It Takes by Steve Schwarzman | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3ctZGZp & Audiobook https://amzn.to/3z0UhkeABOUT RICHARD WILSONRichard Wilson is a third-generation Eagle Scout, husband, and father of three and currently lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is the CEO and founder of the Family Office Club, the number one largest association of over 3000 registered ultra-wealthy families and their family offices. Richard has helped to create and formalize over 150 family offices and counts a shark from Shark Tank, several billionaires, many REITS, and 700 plus investors with an average net worth of 28 million all as his clients. Richard works with the clients through investorclub.com and the Doctors Investor Club where he helps investors access various pre-screened direct investments. His 22-person team operates multiple media platforms, including Dentist Investors LLC, investorresidences.com, billionaires.com, and commercialrealestate.com. Richard has also written three number one best-seller family office books on Single-family Offices, How to Start a Family Office, and Centimillionaire Strategies and he has obtained his MBA and studied post-master psychology through Harvard University's ALM division.CONNECT WITH RICHARDWebsite: Family Office Club https://familyoffices.com/CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textIt’s so exciting to have Josh Cantwell on the show to share the attributes that establish elite entrepreneurs having 8 to 9 digits under their portfolio and how a significant life challenge ultimately transformed his mindset. Tune in and discover more to develop your business, control opportunities, and make the best of your life and career vision!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe difference between the normal and elite entrepreneursThe difference between the typical and elite entrepreneursHow to scale your business efficientlyWhy your service should be the top priorityWhat is the ‘Threat of Review Check-in’ (TORC) methodA crucial reality that you must be aware ofRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDWho Not How by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy | Audiobook https://amzn.to/3NPgDLu & Hardcover https://amzn.to/3QjMFB2ABOUT JOSH CANTWELL Josh is from Strongsville, Ohio, and is the CEO of Freeland Ventures. He graduated from Baldwin Wallace College and worked as a Financial Advisor in 1997. In 2004, he stopped working as an Advisor and became a full-time real estate investor with his knowledge in raising capital and the financial markets. Josh then created a successful real estate business as well as mentored thousands of investors after founding Strategic Real Estate Coach in 2007. He is the host of the Accelerated Investor Podcast. He is a loving husband to his wife, Lisa Marie, and an awesome father to his three kids Giuliana, Alessandra, and Dominic.CONNECT WITH JOSHWebsite: Freeland Ventures https://freelandventures.com/LinkedIn: Josh Cantwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcantwell/CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Send us a textWe’re combining pioneering technology with methodical investing with Dr. Ryan Smolarz as we explore the possibilities and what STOR tokens can offer to the self-storage industry. Don’t miss out on how you can generate value through this expanding ecosystem by tuning in to this episode right now!WHAT TO LISTEN FORSTOR Token: What it is, what it’s for, and its two launch phasesHow STOR token promotes decentralizationThe impact of technology on how we conduct our business Where to find information and opportunities about STOR tokenResources to better understand the marketRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDCardano https://cardano.org/Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) https://www.investopedia.com/tech/what-dao/Token Generating Events (TGEs) https://decrypt.co/resources/token-generation-events-what-are-they-guide ReBlock Blockchain Solutions https://reblock.net/Joe Navarro Books on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Navarro/e/B001H6GEF6%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_shareJoe Navarro on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC39iYmyGIzuRLgutVOHlCrgABOUT DR. RYAN SMOLARZDr. Ryan Smolarz is a board-certified Otolaryngologist and the founder of STOR Token, LLC. He has been in commercial real estate for 5 years and has been a part of the Cardano ecosystem for about 2 years. He has hired a reputable development team to help develop the STOR Token platform and has multiple teams that do acquisitions and development for self-storage.CONNECT WITH DR. RYANTwitter: https://twitter.com/drryansmolarzCONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.