This week's episode features Bob Diamond talking about the education piece of the real estate business and the things that make it crucial for new investors to find the right mentor.  So, whether you're a pro or new to this business and looking for more opportunities, this is a must-listen conversation. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR2 major statistics in real estate you should look at before acquiring propertiesWhy your intention, passion, and commitment matter when seeking foundation  A powerful piece of advice to assess an educator or a mentor’s personalityHow to identify if a coach or mentor is the perfect fit for you and the kind of investor you areThe value of getting yourself educated in making smart investment decisionsRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDRaising an Entrepreneur by Margot Machol Bisnow https://www.amazon.com/Margot-Machol-Bisnow/ Youtube Link: Tom Vu https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzsSpDyBc_4BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/ABOUT BOB DIAMONDBob Diamond is a practicing real estate attorney and investor with decades of experience in real estate law, investment, and development. He is the author of three books on Real Estate Investing. He became a Pennsylvania-licensed attorney in 1993. During his career outside of real estate and law, Bob worked for Meridian Mortgage in their default and REO department, for Arthur Anderson and Coopers & Lybrand as a business consultant, and for the international law firm Cozen O'Connor, as a Real Estate Attorney. Bob has been investing in Real Estate for over 23 years and has participated as the buyer, seller, or attorney in over one hundred million dollars in real estate transactions over the past 23 years. Bob has been teaching Real Estate Investing since 1999, so you have probably heard of him in the investor world, where he is known as the 'guru's guru.' Because of his legal expertise and experience as a Real Estate Attorney, Bob is sought after for his advice and counsel. Bob has a unique money-maker concept that fits perfectly with Real Estate Investing and that anybody can do. You don't need a lot of cash and never have to borrow a penny to do the business. Yet you can make loads of cash profit.CONNECT WITH BOBLinkedIn: Bob Diamond https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-diamond-86489a/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.

Do you want to know how to find the best deals in the perfect market? Hop in today’s conversation with Randy Smith as we talk about passive investing in real estate. Listen in to learn excellent strategies to gain financial success in different asset classes and achieve a thriving result in your investments.WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe top factor to check before investing in a deal with an operatorWhich asset classes present a solid passive income opportunity?An essential question you should ask an operator as investorsThe importance of effective communication with sponsorsProven tips for investors in today’s real estate marketRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDExtreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin https://amzn.to/3ZwlhDJABOUT RANDY SMITHRandy is the Founder of Impact Equity, which was formed to help investors achieve strong results in their passive real estate investing strategies. His main responsibilities include introducing and assisting investors with investment opportunities offered by various real estate investment firms.  Randy started his real estate investing career doing out-of-state, single-family, long-term rentals, and he quickly realized the many additional benefits he could receive by switching his strategy to passively investing in multifamily syndications. He has now invested in 20 passive investments with 9 different operators, giving him the unique knowledge and expertise to recognize a strong passive opportunity. CONNECT WITH RANDYWebsite: Impact Equity LLC https://www.impactequity.net/LinkedIn: Randy Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallmsmith/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.

Put yourself in the best position to scale your business with Levi Brackman as he discusses his expertise in securities law, the latest trend, and strategies in real estate syndication, plus ways to raise unlimited capital as an operator. Keep listening to drive success, create passive long-term wealth, and syndicate like a pro today!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe difference between 506(b) and 506(c) offeringAdvantages of having an investing portal when raising capitalReasons you need to diversify your portfolio and investor baseImportant things you should be mindful of as an operatorWhy should you limit the use of IRR as an investment toolBusiness blind spots investors should be aware of in this marketABOUT LEVI BRACKMANLevi Brackman is the CEO and founder of Invown, a home financing and investment startup. Four years in corporate America with positions spanning from independent contributor to an executive leading managers of teams.  A business-savvy executive and an innovative outside-the-box strategic thinker and complex problem solver with a unique and proven ability to lead and work across an organization, as well as with outside partners, to get things done, drive revenue and delight the customer. He built a world-class and highly scalable data science/AI capability at a mid-size publicly traded company. He authors close to one thousand articles and several books and is the lead author of the bestselling book “Jewish Wisdom for Business Success,” published by AMACOM, published in eight languages.CONNECT WITH LEVIWebsite: Invown https://www.invown.com/LinkedIn: Levi Brackman https://www.linkedin.com/in/levibrackman/Twitter: Levi Brackman https://twitter.com/LeviBrackmanEmail: levi@invown.comCONNECT 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.

Are you looking for a way to optimize your finances? Break down the complexity of the Infinity Banking Concept and create your own tax-advantaged, recession-resistant business strategy in today’s episode with Madhavi Jain. Stay tuned and gain new perspectives on creating passive income!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe value of sharing your successes and failures with othersInfinity Banking Concept: What it is and how it worksImportance of continuous learning in businessAdvantages of applying the Infinity Banking Concept in real estateWhy you should put your money in life insurance instead of bank savingsRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDIf you want to learn more about the Infinity Banking Concept, go to https://bit.ly/thinkwinwin and get a free copy of Heads I Win, Tails You Lose by Patrick H. Donohoe.ABOUT MADHAVI JAINMadhavi is the president of Think Outside the Stocks and has over 16 years of experience in the IT industry, mostly with one of the top 5 consulting firms. Her excellent analytical skills, mathematics background, project management experience, and out-of-the-box thinking lays a solid foundation for evaluating and reviewing investment opportunities based on tangible parameters. She encourages sharing of investment knowledge within the community, so we don’t end up making the same mistakes and take advantage of each other’s rich experiences. She wants to make a difference by bringing solid investment education to women and encouraging them to take a leap into the investment journey for their financial independence. She believes in living a life of choices to focus on true passion and purpose, not based on reasons of financial responsibilities.CONNECT WITH MADHAVIWebsite: Think Outside The Stocks https://thinkoutsidethestocks.com/LinkedIn: Madhavi Jain  https://www.linkedin.com/in/madhavijCONNECT 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.

Figure out how to grow your wealth outside of Wall Street in this episode with Dave Wolcott as he outlines the 5 phases to holistically accelerate success and yield higher returns. So tune in to move away from conventional investments and fulfill your vision of living a financially free life!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe top 3 wealth destroyers and how to mitigate themHow to leverage alternative investment opportunities to create passive incomeImportance of long-term thinking and planning as an investorBenefits of joining Pantheon Investments’ investor clubWhy you shouldn't let failure affect your investment decisionsRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDThe Holistic Wealth Strategy by David Wolcott https://amzn.to/3jox73cTo download a free copy of Dave Wolcott's e-book version of  “The Holistic Wealth Strategy,” go to https://pantheoninvest.com/wealth-strategy.ABOUT DAVE WOLCOTTDave is the founder and CEO of Pantheon Investments. Pantheon gives entrepreneurs an opportunity to passively invest in top real estate and alternative assets that provide cash flow, tax benefits, and a reliable alternative to the volatility of the stock market through leveraging The Pantheon Advantage. He is also the author of The Holistic Wealth Strategy: Your Roadmap To Financial Freedom and has been a featured guest on numerous media outlets. Today, Dave is more passionate than ever about helping entrepreneurs build wealth through providing exclusive access and curation of the best opportunities, the best operators, and the best markets.CONNECT WITH DAVEWebsite: Pantheon Investments https://pantheoninvest.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.

Set your goals right for 2023 by listening to this episode, learn the strategy on how to be resilient during a recession, and take the necessary action steps for success. Tune in to prepare yourself for what’s about to come in the self-storage industry so you won’t miss a single opportunity starting today!WHAT TO LISTEN FORA guru’s prediction and perspective of the economyWhy there’s good fortune in 2023 for self-storage investorsHow to get through and take advantage of the recessionThe importance of tracking your portfolio more frequentlyUltimate advice for self-storage investors for 2023RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDLet The Wild Rumpus Begin PDF https://www.gmo.com/globalassets/articles/viewpoints/2022/gmo_let-the-wild-rumpus-begin_1-22.pdfFOMC Dot Plot (December 14, 2022 Release) https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/fomcprojtabl20221214.pdfCONNECT 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.

Before we start new investing adventures this year, let’s take a step back and showcase five of the most-downloaded episodes of this podcast in 2022. These episodes were our conversations with self-storage rockstars and real estate experts (04:32) Herby Bowman, (14:08) Scott Dahin, (24:45) Dustin Heiner, (34:37) Brandon Grebe, (44:07) Brett Swarts, and Jake Mellor.  Check this out!WHAT TO LISTEN FORFresh idea on injecting entrepreneurship in the self-storage spaceThe power of knowing where to focus in your storage businessWhy you should start making passive income todayExpert’s outlook on developing new self-storage facilitiesIdeal exit strategies for your real estate investmentsRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDEp68: The Best-Kept Secret To Storage Business Success - Scott Dahin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep68-the-best-kept-secret-to-storage-business-success/id1507427005?i=1000555709834Ep72: Effective And Strategic Approaches To Tax Codes - Brett Swarts And Jake Mellor https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep72-effective-and-strategic-approaches-to-tax-codes/id1507427005?i=1000557490939Ep73: Diversifying Your Business Model in Commercial Real Estate - Brandon Grebe https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep73-diversifying-your-business-model-in-commercial/id1507427005?i=1000558095323Ep74: Learning More About The Economies Of Scale In Self-Storage - Herby Bowman https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep74-learning-more-about-the-economies-of-scale-in/id1507427005?i=1000558427451Ep87: Passive Investing In Self-Storage To Beat The Recession - Dustin Heiner https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep87-passive-investing-in-self-storage-to-beat-the/id1507427005?i=1000565626992CONNECT 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.

You’re in for a treat because Agostino Pintus joined us to share the perks of investing in diversified commercial assets and how to strategize during economic downturns. Start listening to learn more about raising capital, plus his advice on becoming a savvy investor today!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe two-way benefit of real estate development projects  What’s the biggest mistake people make when owning a houseA good source of capital for small commercial investments3 things to do to maintain capital coming from passive investorsEconomic condition now and in the next few yearsRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDAirbnb https://www.airbnb.com/ABOUT AGOSTINO PINTUSAgostino is a real estate investor, syndicator, and the Founder and CEO of Bulletproof Cashflow, where he sources, negotiates, and acquires commercial properties by applying his nearly two decades of experience in real estate. He is a sought-after speaker for real estate events, Meetups, and global media engagements. He hosts the Bulletproof Cashflow Podcast, a series highlighting topics every real estate investor should know to achieve success. Agostino invites experts to teach and share their real-life experiences as investors, marketers, and capital raisers.CONNECT WITH AGOSTINOWebsite: Bulletproof Cashflow https://bulletproofcashflow.com/Podcast: Bulletproof Cashflow https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bulletproof-cashflow-multifamily-apartment-investing/LinkedIn: Bulletproof Cashflow https://www.linkedin.com/company/bulletproofcashflow/ LinkedIn:  Agostino Pintus https://www.linkedin.com/in/agostinopintus/Youtube: Bulletproof Cashflow https://www.youtube.com/c/BulletproofCashflow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bulletproofcashflowFacebook: Agostino M Pintus https://www.facebook.com/agostino.pintus/Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/bulletproofcf Twitter: @agostino_pintus https://twitter.com/agostino_pintus/Tiktok: @bulletproofcashflow https://www.tiktok.com/@bulletproofcashflowCONNECT 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.

In this episode, Jim Pfeifer highlights investor communities and how they help starters gain comfort and confidence to get into their first real estate deal. Listen to how he started educating members and investing passively with them in multiple syndications. Stay tuned!WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe value of joining a community of like-minded investorsThe main benefit of investing passively alongside a community 2 attributes to look for when selecting operators to invest with What it’s like to join the Left Field Investors RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDTribevest https://www.tribevest.com/The Hands-Off Investor by Brian Burke https://amzn.to/3Gf1KAHABOUT JIM PFEIFERJim Pfeifer is a co-founder of Left Field Investors and the host of the Passive Investing from Left Field podcast. Jim focuses on investing in real assets that produce cash flow and is committed to sharing his knowledge with others who are interested in learning a different way to grow wealth. He advises and helps people get started in passive real estate syndications and invests with them in small groups to allow diversification among multiple investments and syndication sponsors. Jim earned a degree in Finance & Marketing from the University of Oregon and a Master’s in Business Education from The Ohio State University. He has worked as a reinsurance underwriter, high school finance teacher, and financial advisor and now works exclusively as a full-time passive investor.CONNECT WITH JIMWebsite: Left Field Investors https://leftfieldinvestors.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.

If you have cash sitting before 2023 starts, we can help you maximize it through the Tricore Storage Fund. Generate huge returns and offset your gains by investing passively with us in the best-performing property type out there!RESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDIf you’re interested to invest in the Tricore Storage Fund, email us at ir@selfstorageinvesting.com or ir@passivestorageinvesting.comCONNECT 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/Email: scott@selfstorageinvesting.com Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.

Take advantage of current market conditions to succeed in real estate investing and find out which factors affect the self-storage industry, its benefits, and the vital steps to get started as an investor. Don’t miss the opportunity to invest in one of the world’s most recession-resistant assets by tuning in!WHAT TO LISTEN FORReasons you should invest in self-storage during a recession2 things that increase your odds of closing a self-storage dealWays to gain from a downturn as a real estate investorChallenges of self-storage investingWhat investors should do as the economy enters a crisisCONNECT 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.

In this week's episode, we'll answer some questions from our most recent Self Storage Academy live event. Stay tuned to be educated about topics that'll help both seasoned and rookie self-storage investors acquire their next property successfully.WHAT TO LISTEN FORWhat you should do when buying your next self-storage propertyLetter of intent: What it is and its purposeWhy you should be ready to present multiple offers to sellersRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDSelf Storage Academy https://selfstorageacademy.com/academy/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.

Check out this episode and be impressed by Gil Siedner as he discusses SecondRE and its innovative feature of buying and selling residential and commercial real estate investment shares. Keep an eye out for an outline of the company's methodology and how sponsors and investors might benefit from the marketplace.WHAT TO LISTEN FORA major problem of real estate investingHow does SecondRE’s marketplace work SecondRE opportunities to accredited investorsWhy syndicators should join SecondRE?What makes the secondary real estate market betterRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDFINRA https://www.finra.org/#/ABOUT GIL SIEDNERGil Siedner has been in the real estate space for 15 years and is now the Vice President of Business Development at SecondRE. He is also highly skilled and experienced in the tech industry. Before SecondRE, Gil was the Vice President of Investments at Skyline AI. Gil finished his Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Tel Aviv University and his Masters of Business Administration at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.CONNECT WITH GILWebsite: SecondREEmail: gil@secondre.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.

Listen to Ryan Strub as he shares why you shouldn't hesitate to invest in commercial real estate. This episode will give you the criteria for working with a sponsor and what makes CrowdStreet a good vehicle for your success as a passive or active investor. Be resilient during inflation and make your money work for you, so dive in to learn more! WHAT TO LISTEN FORThe value of sharing free investing informationWhy patience is a vital ability to develop as a real estate investor2 things you need to consider when choosing sponsorsA helpful guide for new investors in real estate syndicationTips to be good at deal underwritingABOUT RYAN STRUBRyan Strub is currently Head of Commercial Investments at CrowdStreet, Inc. Here, Ryan serves as a key decision maker for CrowdStreet investment offerings and drives viable new offerings to approval. Ryan is a voting member of CrowdStreet's Investment Committee and oversees all aspects of applicable investment offerings from the derivation of investment criteria through funding on the CrowdStreet Marketplace. Ryan defines the evolving criteria for eligible office, industrial, hospitality, retail, and niche deal flow for the CrowdStreet Marketplace while collaborating with the Chief Investment Officer to determine CrowdStreet’s investment thesis.CONNECT WITH RYANWebsite: CrowdStreet https://www.crowdstreet.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.

In this episode, Dean Rogers shares how he became a real estate investor and took a significant shift in his career in search of freedom. Dial in to learn about finding the best wholesale and fix-and-flip deals and why you should start getting into the self-storage space. Tune in and develop yourself for tremendous success!WHAT TO LISTEN FORWhy you should nurture your interest in real estateThe power of having grit and making the most out of itWhat makes self-storage better than multifamily investingAdvantages of seller financing in today’s marketThe primary benefit of self-storage investingABOUT DEAN ROGERSDean Rogers began his career in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers. Dean soon realized that if he kept playing, his health would be at stake. After walking away from the NFL, he has been in the real estate industry since 2013, leading him to build a successful business in California. Since then, Dean has flipped and wholesaled hundreds of houses and has a rental portfolio of eight figures. He is passionate about real estate and helping others learn how to build wealth and freedom. In 2022, Dean created The Wholesaling Playbook to provide a resource for others that want to take their real estate investing business to the next level. The Playbook shows step-by-step proven systems and best practices that we are using in our active 7 Figure business.CONNECT WITH DEANWebsite: Dean RogersPodcast: The Dean Rogers ShowInstagram: @deanrogersrealestateYoutube: Dean RogersTiktok: @deanrogersrealestateEmail: dean@deanrogers.comCONNECT 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.

Today, you’ll know why self-storage is a data-driven industry and how to seize the best opportunities with Drew Dolan. Start listening to learn more about how he manages his funds and investments, the value of risk mitigation, and why mistakes are essential to your overall success. Check this episode!WHAT TO LISTEN FOREffects of having new investors entering the self-storage industryHow you should look at your investments and become a good investorWhy it’s important to be cautious and knowledgeable about business risks2 things to add to your criteria for selecting team membersWhat you need to implement to find success in self-storageABOUT DREW DOLANOver his 20-year career in development and construction, Drew has focused on deal structure, debt, and capital procurement and management. He has raised over $500 million and placed over $1 billion in debt for real estate investments. As fund manager and Principal at DXD, Drew created the fund structure, oversaw the capital raise for DXD Self Storage Fund I, which launched in 2020 and exceeded the goal ending with $53 million, and placed $50 million in debt in the first year. Drew has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal and New York Times as an expert in the self-storage industry. Previously, Drew was Fund Manager For Titan Development Real Estate Fund I, a $112 million fully-discretionary fund focused on ground-up development.  Before becoming Fund Manager, he was President of Titan Development. Drew is currently a member of YPO, active on his ULI Council, and was formerly on NAIOP's national board. He holds a BS in Industrial Engineering from Arizona State University. CONNECT WITH DREWWebsite: DXD CapitalCONNECT 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.

Are you wondering if self-storage investment is still as good as advertised amidst the surging inflation? Let’s look into the data as to how self-storage does in different economic cycles, and Cory Sylvester joins the show to walk us through it. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what demand drivers are and how to achieve cash flow even at increasing rates!WHAT TO LISTEN FORWays to approach the marketplace in the face of recessionEffects of inflation on the demand for self-storage facilitiesHow you can utilize the third-party management as an investorReasons to go after developmental opportunities in a changing economic cycleWhat high rental rates and square feet per capita means for the self-storage spaceABOUT CORY SYLVESTERCory leads site selection, investment committee, and technology architecture for DXD. His innovative efforts drive the evolving proprietary technology that is core to DXD's differentiation. In addition to participating in the $53 million capital raise, Cory has built out the national real estate development team. He is a founding Principal of Radius+ and is responsible for overseeing the data validation efforts for Radius+'s core datasets. Before founding Radius+, he spent six years investing in technology companies at Columbus Circle Investors and J.P. Morgan Asset Management. He started his career at J.P. Morgan's Investment Bank after graduating with a BA in Economics from Skidmore College.CONNECT WITH CORYWebsite: DXD Capital https://www.dxd.capital/ Website: Radius+ https://radiusplus.com/ Website: Union Realtime LLC https://www.unionrealtime.com/Twitter: @hh1326 https://twitter.com/hh1326CONNECT 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.

Are you paying too many taxes and letting go of your hard-earned profits? If so, check this episode out as Melanie Sikma and Byron McBroom outline seven things you need to be aware of for your financial success! Market crises are nothing if you’re an innovative and strategic investor!WHAT TO LISTEN FORDo you have to pay self-employment tax on passive income?A way to include your children in your own business’ payrollWhat is the “kick the can” tax plan?Walkthrough of the 4 strategies for paying taxesImportant advice on investing your cash despite an inflation RESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDBizminer https://bizminer.com/ABOUT MELANIE SIKMA AND BYRON MCBROOMMelanie is a tax and financial strategist, IUL specialist, and speaker from Ripon, California. She is the CEO of Abundant Life Services. She is a Business Development Consultant at Measured Results, CPAs. She works with families to understand their finances and small business owners around the United States to minimize their tax bills, maximize their impact, and make their dreams a reality. She is a California State University Chico alumni with a B.S. in Kinesiology. Byron is the founder and President of Measured Results, CPAs. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He leads the full-service accounting firm, Measured Results, CPAs, which offers a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals. Byron loves snowboarding, mountain biking, road biking, and backpacking with friends and family. He is a huge San Francisco Giants fan.CONNECT WITH MELANIE AND BYRONWebsite: Measured Results https://measuredresultscpa.com/Instagram: @melaniesikma https://www.instagram.com/melaniesikma/Calendly: Financial Strategy Session https://calendly.com/abundant-life-services/financial-strategy-session?month=2022-10CONNECT 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.

Self-storage is the best-performing commercial real estate asset class when it comes to recession resiliency, and Marcus Faller is with us to tell us more about it. Tap in to know the difference between how institutional and retail investors make a move during a market crisis and more reasons to start investing in self-storage now!WHAT TO LISTEN FORWhy more people are interested in self-storage investing recentlyThe important role of a management group in your investing journey3 qualities that build the reputation of Tricore Storage FundAre there still opportunities to get into the self-storage space?The 3 primary advantages of being a self-storage passive investorABOUT MARCUS FALLERMarcus is the Executive Vice President of Tricore Investment Group and a sales/marketing professional with over 20 years of experience exhibiting superior strategic planning and capital development skills with industry leaders (Fortune 50), Wall Street Financial Services Firms and Investment Companies.) He has a broad spectrum of knowledge across a diverse array of businesses. And that allows an ability to garner a distinct talent for developing general business and master plans, building national territories, creating investment programs, and raising capital in Real Estate, Venture Capital, Pre-IPO, Technology, Energy, Biotechnology, Film, and Tax Strategy sectors.CONNECT WITH MARCUS FALLEREmail: mfaller@tricoreig.comPhone: (407) 420-3011CONNECT 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.

This week, Dutch Mendenhall joins us to reveal how to promote betterment and excellence when leading a team and why it’s vital to uphold your integrity at all times. Find out how to be good at preparing for market crises, making better decisions, and more! This episode is a conversation you don’t want to miss! WHAT TO LISTEN FORKey principles in developing a successful team to work withWhy you need to grasp and figure out your callingHow to prove your integrity as an investor and business ownerThe power of humility in the real estate businessInspiring pieces of advice on your kickstart in self-storage investing ABOUT DUTCH MENDENHALLDutch Mendenhall is the co-founder and CEO of RAD Diversified REIT and currently oversees six Real Estate Investment Funds (REITs). His company has commercial, residential, farming, and construction assets. He was a former baseball coach for the University of San Francisco and later pivoted to the business and real estate industry. He believes in taking care of people first: investors, the team that drives the funds, vendors, contractors, tenants, and many more. In his spare time, Dutch enjoys spending time with his family. His top priorities in life are God, Family, and Health. He has a passion for assisting individuals to achieve the level of financial success that they could only dream of.CONNECT WITH DUTCHWebsite: RAD Diversified https://raddiversified.com/LinkedIn: Dutch Mendenhall https://www.linkedin.com/in/dutchmendenhall/ LinkedIn: RAD Diversified https://www.linkedin.com/company/raddiversified/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.