Self Storage Investing

Send us a textIs self-storage insurance breaking the bank? Scott Meyers welcomes back industry expert Terry Campbell for a record-breaking third time. After a brief "retirement," Terry has reentered the industry, this time leading the self-storage vertical at Johnson Insurance. Together, Scott and Terry unpack the rising costs of insurance, the impact of natural disasters on premiums, and strategies for self-storage investors to protect their assets without overpaying. They discuss how savvy operators can adapt to the shifting landscape, the importance of proper underwriting, and the potential opportunities that arise as market conditions squeeze out weaker players. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR04:01 – Why Insurance Costs Are Skyrocketing (And How It Affects You)10:43 – How to Accurately Underwrite Insurance Costs14:04 – How Insurance Costs Can Impact Property Valuations and Deals19:17 – Terry’s 2025 Game Plan for His Own Self-Storage PortfolioLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickGUEST: TERRY CAMPBELLWebsite | LinkedIn CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify. 

Send us a textIs your self-storage business keeping up with the digital revolution?Scott breaks down the essential shift toward remote management and how technology is redefining customer experience. From online reservations and automated payments to AI-powered chatbots and interactive virtual tours, Scott explains why a seamless digital experience is now a necessity—not just a luxury. He shares lessons learned from implementing kiosks, strategies for maximizing uptime, and tips for leveraging automation to reduce costs while increasing customer satisfaction. Whether you're already embracing remote management or just starting to explore the possibilities, this episode is packed with insights to keep your self-storage business ahead of the competition.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR05:41 – Lessons from the First Self-Storage Kiosks14:31 –Keeping Customers Engaged with Automation20:59 – Social Proof & Online Reputation23:24 – Avoiding Customer ChurnLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textCan self-storage really be the key to financial freedom? Clint Harris thinks so.Scott Meyers sits down with Clint, a former medical sales professional who escaped the grind by turning abandoned big-box stores into thriving storage facilities.Clint shares his journey, his strategy for creating wealth, and why self-storage is one of the best opportunities in today’s market.After years of trading time for money in real estate—flipping houses, managing Airbnbs, and dealing with endless headaches—Clint discovered the power of adaptive reuse.Now, as a general partner at Nomad Capital, he’s built a scalable, recession-resistant business by converting underutilized retail spaces into high-value storage properties. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR03:34 – The Wake-Up Call: Trading Time for Money09:49 – The Turning Point: Why Self-Storage?25:35 – The Secret to Hitting 500M in Assets31:57 – Why Now is the Time to Buy Self-StorageLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickCONNECT WITH GUEST: CLINT HARRISWebsite | Going Coastal Property Management |LinkedIn | Truly Passive Income PodcastCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textWhat if the key to real estate riches isn’t flipping houses or owning rentals—but buying, splitting, and selling land? Scott Meyers sits down with land investing expert Jack Bosch to discuss the hidden potential in vacant land deals.Jack shares how he’s mastered the art of acquiring land for pennies on the dollar, subdividing it, and turning it into serious profits—without the headaches of tenants or property maintenance.Whether you're a self-storage investor looking for prime development land or simply intrigued by an overlooked real estate niche, Jack reveals his top strategies for finding, evaluating, and profiting from land investments. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR03:58 – Why Land Investing is the Ultimate Real Estate Strategy09:37 – Finding the Right Land for Self-Storage Development18:01 – Rezoning Land: Tips, Risks, and Winning Strategies26:31 – The $100K Land Split Strategy (That Few Investors Use!) Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickCONNECT WITH GUEST: JACK BOSCHWebsite | Land Profit Generator | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textIs Your Leadership Holding You Back? Here’s How to Fix It.Scott dives deep into what it truly means to lead effectively, fresh from an insightful mastermind session, he shares powerful takeaways on self-awareness, vision-casting, decision-making, and resilience. Scott uncovers how to refine your leadership style, build a culture of purpose, and create a team that drives success. He also explores the importance of financial literacy, hiring for cultural alignment, and knowing when to pivot. If you’ve ever questioned your role as a leader or struggled with delegation, vision-setting, or strategic decision-making, this episode is for you!WHAT TO LISTEN FOR3:23 – Defining Your Leadership Style vs. Becoming Self-Aware13:51 – A Business That Changes the World: Why Purpose Matters16:11 – Building Resilience as a Leader21:22 – Hiring the Right People: Culture First, Skills SecondLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textIs Data the Secret to Self-Storage Success? You Bet.Scott sits down with James Breunig of StorTrack, the go-to data platform for self-storage investors. James shares his journey from manufacturing to self-storage, detailing how data-driven decision-making has shaped his success. The conversation dives deep into market analytics, revenue management, and the critical role of tracking trends to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive industry. With insights on the latest industry shifts, strategies for optimizing pricing, and the hottest markets for expansion, this episode is packed with knowledge for investors at every level. Plus, StorTrack is offering an exclusive 40% discount to listeners—don’t miss out!WHAT TO LISTEN FOR09:48 What Exactly Does StorTrack Do?14:46 Why Real-Time Analytics Matter More Than Ever20:55 The Power of Revenue Management & Pricing Strategies29:02 How StorTrack’s Custom Data Reports Unlock Hidden RevenueLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickGUEST: JAMES BREUNIG, Business Development ManagerWebsite | Facebook | LinkedIn 40% off coupon code that can be applied to Market Reports or Month-to-Month Basic Explorer subscriptions: SSP40CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textWhat can a 12-year-old inspired by Forrest Gump teach us about investing, resilience, and building wealth? Scott welcomes investor Jerremy Newsome to share his fascinating journey—from cashing in on Apple stock as a child to navigating tough lessons like losing it all, and finally, to building a multi-faceted investment empire. Jerremy opens up about his strategies, from stock market mastery to bourbon barrels, and how he uses connection, clarity, and giving as his guiding principles.Whether you're a self-storage pro or exploring other asset classes, this episode is packed with insights that will inspire and energize your financial journey.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR05:21 – “You can’t trust a person who hasn’t lost it all”09:48 – Breaking free by defining financial freedom13:45 – Why ultimate clarity is the cheat code to wealth20:01 – The abundance mindset: “The more you give, the more you are given”Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickGUEST: JERREMY NEWSOMELinkedIn | Website | YouTube | Instagram | Books CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify. 

Send us a textWant to know how a crack house led to a self-storage empire? Scott sits down with Scott Lewis of Spartan Investments to discuss his incredible journey from flipping houses in Washington, D.C. to building a nationwide self-storage empire. The duo dive into the evolution of Spartan's strategy, the decision to incorporate third-party management alongside their own operations, and the lessons learned along the way. They explore the flexibility needed to thrive in the competitive storage market, the role of REITs, and the importance of balancing self-management with outsourcing for growth and efficiency. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR01:55 - From Crack House to Seed Money – How it all Started06:42 - Self-Management vs. Third-Party Management – the Big Debate18:40 - Building Investor Trust Through Operational Excellence26:58 - How Technology and AI are Shaping the Future of StorageLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickGUEST: SCOTT LEWISLinkedIn | Website | YouTube CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textWhat does it take to think like a Navy SEAL and win at both life and business? Scott Meyers interviews former SEAL and leadership coach William Branum. With 26 years of military experience, William shares how the mindset required to survive SEAL training can be applied to leadership, business, and personal growth.  From breaking through self-limiting beliefs to improving team dynamics, William reveals actionable insights, emphasizing that success is a choice and mediocrity is optional. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR04:06 Why most people fail: aiming for the minimum09:50 Why mediocrity is easier but always comes at a cost14:25 Rewriting the story: overcoming self-limiting beliefs18:12 Business as a battlefield: preparing to win every dayLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickGUEST: WILLIAM BRANUMWebsite | Book  | LinkedIn | InstagramCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

Send us a textLeave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickScott looks at the top 10 trends and obstacles shaping the industry from economic uncertainty and rising operational costs to labor challenges and sustainability pressures. He also offers actionable strategies for staying ahead, emphasizing innovation, adaptability, and customer focus. With insights from his 5-million-square-foot portfolio and 29,000 units nationwide, this episode will help self-storage investors and operators gearing up for a successful year.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR6:06 - The importance of technology and automation in 202515:00 - Cybersecurity threats and protecting customer data22:25 - Labor market challenges and hiring Rockstar managers26:01 - Strategies for proactive, customer-focused operationsCONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | InstagramFollow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.