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Minimum Market Population Size?
Hey everyone 👋 I'm curious what your desired population size/square mile is to feel comfortable when underwriting facilities? I've read in AJ's book that they look for markets with 10k people/square mile (so 30k-50k population in a3-5 mile radius of a facility). Now I know AJ's team is buying in larger markets and he even started out in small towns, but what do you consider TOO SMALL?? For instance, I looked at a facility today with less than 1k people in 1 mile radius, 3k people in 3 mile radius and 5k people in 5 mile radius... The facility looks attractive due to lack of website, Google listing, secure facility, etc but I'm thinking the population is just too little. The NOI is stated to be $67k btw 💰
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New comment 4d ago
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Hey Sebastian, it really all depends on what you’ve stated for your Buy Box. Personally, I started looking in the 10k range, but honestly, if the deal is good I will dive deeper into the market analysis. Smaller markets is what I’ve started targeting due to less competition and it would allow me sufficient exposure and experience managing a facility. I know AJ says to check the storage per capita as well to determine if the market is saturated or not with SS facilities, if memory serves I think it’s around 7-8. Using https://www.stortrack.com/products/explorer.html will give you the per capita for free, of course the paid version will give you a lot more information. But at least it’s a starting point.
Identity Shift
Dive into this episode of "Identity Shift for Success in Self-Storage" and learn how to transform from an underachiever to a confident, successful self-storage operator and investor. This episode guides you through essential steps: from self-reflection and overcoming limiting beliefs to embracing a leader’s mindset and acting “as if” you’re already the expert you aspire to be. You’ll get actionable strategies on how to invest in personal development, leverage community support, and build lasting confidence. Ready to make a powerful identity shift? Listen now and take your first steps toward self-storage success. Enjoy: https://www.skool.com/storageace/classroom/6d0a121a?md=4a9bda7eea4d4ac4ae54f305d5d165b3
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New comment 9d ago
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Oh man, I would have to say this is and has been my biggest stumbling block.
What does an acceptable 'Worst Case Scenario' look like?
When running Worst/Expected/Best Case scenario projections during underwriting, the idea is to find a worst case scenario that we could live with. What does a worst case scenario we could live with look like? Link below to a deal I'm looking at. As is, I believe the business has a current value around $600k. I see a bank financed offer at $625k providing the returns I'm looking for. I ran a worst cases scenario to play out if I can't raise the rents as high as I'd like. The 5 Year Summary Table shows the result. What do we look for to know if it passes the "Can I live with it?" test. Notes: This is for a bank financed offer. I ran this analysis using an estimated flat 40% expenses. I didn't break it down line by line. So a lot of lines are blank. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nyRx8t7Gj-eM7GX7ORLTCnGgKL5Eeew4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118426573171122109797&rtpof=true&sd=true #underwriting #makingoffers
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New comment 19d ago
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I know my reply is late, but just wanted to throw out there, I'm sure you're aware, that you also have to keep in mind the current market. I have found that Sparefoot and StorTrak are good references for what units are going for in your or any given market.
CRM Recommendations
Good afternoon StorageAce community. So I have heard over and over again about using a CRM in order to create deal flow/funnel. So I would like to hear some recommendations. Share what your using and which works best. Thanks in advance and remember, Let's get after it!!!
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New comment 18d ago
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What you said in the video, is how I've been feeling. I have felt the last several weeks that I am just one move away from things changing. So thank you for this @Dave DeMink!!!!
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William Ferretto
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I’m currently looking to become a Self Storage owner/operator. I have embarked on a 5 year plan with hopes to eventually leave my current W-2.

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Joined Oct 31, 2024
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