Storage Nerds

There is so much volatility in the market right now, leaving investors scrambling for the next move. How will you fund and purchase your deals if the interest rates keep going up? How can we continue to do that while still achieving double digits on cash return and even higher if possible? Stacy Rossetti believes in creative deal structures. And in this episode, she shares how we can utilize this...

The storage industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the commercial real estate market. Storage facilities are in high demand due to the ever-increasing demand for space. Whether you are an individual looking for a place to store your belongings or a business owner in need of extra space, investing in a storage facility can be a wise move. If you consider investing in a storage facility o...

As businesses become more globalized and reliant on technology, the need for remote workers has become more prevalent. Virtual assistants are one type of remote worker that can provide various services to businesses, such as customer service, administrative support, social media management, and customer acquisition. With the help of VAs, you can free up your time to focus on other aspects of your...

There are many opportunities in the self-storage industry. If you’re planning to start a business but don’t know what venture to enter, you can consider researching this type of industry. The pandemic has highlighted the demand for this business since many owners need warehousing services. Listen to Stacy Rossetti as she uncovers the biggest secret in the real estate industry. She explains the nin...

Buying your first storage facility is always a difficult task. In real estate, performance and market analysis are important. But at the end of the day, if you don't have exposure and good operations, it won't even matter. If you're a terrible operation manager, you'll still fail no matter how good the market is. Join Stacy Rossetti as she talks to StorageNerd student turned full-time real estate...

Want to know what you can do for your business to run smoothly for you, your team, and your tenants? Stacy Rossetti passes the mic over to her husband, Pete Rossetti, to discuss self-storage management. Pete handles the management side of things here at StorageNerds and coaches at our Mastermind classes. In this episode, he shares key systems and processes you need to set up to manage your facilit...

To succeed in real estate, you must understand the specifics of fund raising and deal analysis. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding and analyzing whether a deal is a good deal or not. Often, investors can’t recognize a good deal until it’s gone. Tune in to learn about passive investing, buying storage facilities, property taxes, and purchase prices. There is a lot to learn in this ind...

Are you looking to invest in a storage facility and want to know the way around managing one remotely, particularly in the virtual setting? You cannot miss this episode of Storage Nerds! Pete Rossetti shares insights on managing a storage facility, from closing the deal and scouting for vendors on services and supplies you may need to finding the person that best fits the boots on the ground. He a...

Did you know that you could find and manage self-storage facilities while living abroad? All you need is some boots on the ground, Google Maps, and some education about self-storage. These are all things our guest utilized in order to make deals on these facilities. Start out small and steady when it comes to your first deals. Join Stacy Rossetti as she talks to Matt, one of her StorageNerds stude...

Residential real estate interest is going up right now. How will this volatility affect the self-storage market? A huge word that'll be coming over the next few years is affordability. Is this unit affordable to you? You need to be aware of the location and the price per square foot. Take note of what you can afford but also don't be too conservative.   Join Stacy Rossetti as she talks about...

Time to take a look at self-storage deal analysis! A lot of people are having a hard time starting in real estate. They don't have enough courage to begin. One reason for this is that people don't have enough knowledge to step toward success. But, if people understand the numbers with real estate deals, they will feel comfortable taking the step. Listen to this episode as Stacy Rossetti  dive...

Stacy Rossetti sits down with StorageNerds Student Ted to discuss his storage successes in this case study episode. In just a couple of years, Ted was able to quit his full-time job to pursue storage investing and is on his way to achieving more in the industry. In this episode, Ted shares how he closed his first facilities while still undergoing the program and how each deal unfolded. Tune in as...

Paul joined the coaching program with StorageNerds about a year ago, and now in this episode, he shares his humble beginnings and how he bought two facilities in his first year. Before going into storage space, he has residential properties owned with his partner, where they are receiving a steady cash flow. From there, he built momentum into raising money and building his portfolio with the help...

If you want to start passively investing in self-storage, we have the fund just for you. We're raising money to buy income-producing or mismanaged properties. You can't buy a mismanaged facility through a bank; you have to raise the money yourself. This is why we are starting this fund so we can continue to rehab these places. This is also a good first step if you're new to self-storage or investi...

Want to invest in self-storage without the hassle of finding properties, evaluating deals, negotiating with owners, and running the facility? Self-Storage Fund of America lets accredited investors earn totally passive income! Listen to Stacy pitch the fund, learn about how you can involved, and hear about the first deal under contract   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http...

Tune in to this week's episode to learn how a StorageNerds student went from wholesaling land to earning passive income from 2 self-storage facilities. Armaan walks us through his search for the right deal, due diligence process, feasibility studies, and everything he learned while finding, funding, and running his first 2 facilities. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http://stac...

Storage properties are in great demand. With investors moving to secondary and tertiary markets to look for deals, what can you do to find properties in this hot storage market? Stacy Rossetti gives us a look at how she finds deals in today's market. She also shares important insights for people about to get into investing in storage. Tune in to learn more from an experienced investor. Love the sh...

Having trouble finding storage facilities? Then this is the episode for you. On today's show, Stacy Rosetti breaks down the different ways you can find storage facilities in your area and outside of it. She runs down different strategies, connections, tools, and software you can use to make it easier for you. Don't miss out on more storage finding tips from Stacy and get useful business advice on...

There is a long and meticulous process to building a storage facility. It's just not about purchasing land, which in itself is something people already struggle with. And, it's very important that you understand land before you build a brand new storage facility. Join Stacy Rossetti as she breaks down the whole storage building process from land zoning, getting land permits, getting a feasibility...

Funding your storage investment is tough. If you're ready to take the plunge, then The Self-Storage Fund Of America is ready to help. Stacy Rosetti introduces a syndication fund that is ready to help investors who want to get into storage facilities. Stacy also talks choosing properties, finding the right investment and exit strategies. Tune in to learn more about this opportunity to invest. Love...

How do you look for owners who want to sell their storage facilities? Host Stacy Rossetti reveals her strategies to find ten motivated sellers in one day. One of them is to hire a virtual assistant (VA) who can organize information in a spreadsheet. Learn why you need them on deck and how to guide them throughout the entire process. Do you want to hear more? Listen to this episode and find great o...

Looking for a more efficient way to find self-storage for investing? In this episode, Stacy Rossetti introduces the online software she uses to scout markets and locations before investing in a facility.  Radius+  is self-storage's most comprehensive site selection and location intelligence platform. It is currently the industry's most complete data source and analytical tool. Find out m...

Eager to start investing in self-storage facilities but not quite sure how to get the funds? In this episode, Stacy Rossetti shares the different funding options you can use to close your deal! Learn how you can raise money through loans, partnerships, wholesaling, or owner financing. Plus, learn how the type of facility you are interested in buying may impact your funding options. 

Did you know you can find storage facilities to purchase without leaving your home or relying on a realtor? In this episode of the StorageNerds Podcast, Stacy goes over generating leads and finding the best deals on self-storage facilities. We will look at using Google Maps and Business listings to identify and distinguish possible leads and using skip tracing to find deals. Tune in and...

Looking for a real example of how Stacy works her magic? In this episode, we take a look at a mismanaged property to see how it can be made profitable. Stacy does a deal analysis, takes a look at the property’s occupancy rate and physical condition, and draws up a plan. Stacy also fields a few questions from the audience too! Tune in and learn more about self-storage investing. Love the show? Subs...