Self Storage Investing
This is the Self Storage Investing podcast, where we share the knowledge and skills from the industry’s leading investors, developers, and operators to help you launch and grow your self-storage investing business.
What made them a success? Built their wealth? What was their mindset and mentality as they entered the space and found room for business growth?
Led by podcast host Scott Meyers, the ORIGINAL SELF STORAGE EXPERT, we have a track record spanning two decades having successfully acquired, converted, developed, and syndicated over 4 1/2 million square feet of self-storage properties nationwide. Discover the secrets to building wealth and creating a thriving business mindset through our insightful episodes with leading experts. We delve into topics such as navigating recessions and market crashes, as well as the lucrative world of real estate investing through self storage.
Join us as we explore strategies, tactics and insider tips that will propel your self storage investing journey toward prosperity. Get ready to unlock the potential of this lucrative (recession-proof) industry and embark on a path to financial freedom.
Episodes
248 episodes
REPLAY - The Mindset of Success
This is a REPLAY of an episode first published in March 2024. Success is not a secret—it's a mindset. In this episode, Scott unpacks the critical mindset shifts and practical strategies that have propelled his self-storage bu...
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Episode 245
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31:24
REPLAY - Trusting Your Gut and Building Relationships in Self-Storage - Luke Wong
This is a REPLAY of an episode first published in October 2023. Luke Wong uses always has his head up for potential opportunities but when it comes to trusting your gut he says that’s really the key. He trusts his...
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Episode 244
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35:00
Their First Self Storage Deal Just Changed Everything
Can a family of four with full schedules really break into self-storage investing? Adam and Kirby Leiby from Raleigh, North Carolina, just proved it's possible, and they brought the kids along for the ride. In this firs...
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Episode 243
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35:12
Why Self Storage is a Smarter Move Than a 401k
What happens when a Navy vet and a sales pro ditch Wall Street and go all in on self-storage? 🔑Scott Meyers welcomes back Rod and Christin Blunk, a dynamic husband-and-wife duo who went from 401k failures to self-storage success.
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Episode 242
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41:24
What is Dynamic Pricing and How Does it Work in Self Storage?
Is your self-storage pricing strategy bleeding cash while you’re sitting at 90% occupancy? Scott explains one of the most urgent and transformative trends in the self-storage industry today… dynamic pricing and AI-powered revenue o...
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Episode 241
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13:01
Why Third-Party Management is Booming in Self Storage
When real operations experience meets brokerage, better deals get done.Scott Meyers welcomes back Alex Erbs for a dynamic conversation about his transition from running a multi-state self-storage management company to becoming a full-tim...
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Episode 240
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39:41
From 20 to 250… Hyper Growth Challenges in Self Storage
From 20 to 250: What Happens When Self-Storage Management Grows Too Fast? Peter Smyth returns to the Self Storage Podcast to share his explosive journey, from managing 20 facilities to nearly 250 in just one year. He out...
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Episode 239
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27:07
How Vertical Integration Fuels GROWTH in Self Storage
What happens when a college senior aiming for luxury development ends up dominating the self-storage industry instead? Scott Meyers sits down with Cory Bonda, co-founder of Prestige Storage Capital, to explore Cory’s unexpected jour...
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Episode 238
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22:09
Why AI Should Be in Your Self Storage Playbook
What happens when self-storage meets artificial intelligence? Scott Meyers and Joe Downs reunite right after their Mastermind and Academy events to dive deep into the game-changing role of AI in the self-storage industry. <...
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Episode 237
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46:02
Is the Future of Self Storage AI + Franchise Systems?
Want to future-proof your storage business? It starts with systems, scale—and a bit of AI.Scott Meyers welcomes Steve Raposa from Mini Mall Storage Properties, who shares his unique journey from military service to hospitality and finall...
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Episode 236
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22:50
Relief Rally Ahead and What It Means for YOU
Is the economy heading for a soft landing… or a “touch-and-go”? Scott Meyers is joined with economist Mark Vitner, to unpack why commercial real estate got overpriced during the low-rate era, how self-storage cap rates often move di...
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Episode 235
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37:03
The Human Side of Smart Storage
Can AI truly replace the human touch in self-storage? Scott Meyers welcomes Mason Levy, founder of Swivl, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming customer engagement across the self-storage industry. From...
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Episode 234
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43:58
Park’n Shade: A Game Changer in Storage?
What does it take to turn a family carport business into a multi-state RV storage powerhouse? Scott Meyers talks with Travis Bailey, owner of Park’n Shade, about the booming demand for covered RV and boat storage. Travis...
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Episode 233
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33:04
Self-Storage SOLUTIONS for SHIFTING DEMANDS
Is your storage facility leaving money on the table? Scott Meyers sits down Greg Ellsworth—president of Toy Storage Nation and founder of Self Storage Consulting Group—to explore the evolving world of self-storage and RV/boat storag...
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Episode 232
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41:00
Find Secret Storage Deals with PropRiseAI
Speed, data, and AI are transforming self-storage—and those who master them are winning big. Scott Meyers sits down with Jean-Michael Diei, founder of PropRise, to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way stora...
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Episode 231
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32:00
SPARK Your Wealth with Passive Income
What if you could invest alongside a mastermind — with just $5,000? Scott Meyers welcomes Brian Davis, co-founder of Spark Rental, to dive deep into the world of passive investing. Brian shares his winding journey from s...
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41:35
REPLAY - Building Wealth Beyond Words: Rick Gibson’s Self-Storage Investing Playbook
This is a Replay of an episode first published in November 2023. Rick Gibson made his living successfully as a lawyer for nearly four decades. But it was a noteworthy book that made the case for him to think about investing.&...
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26:22
REPLAY - Infinite Banking Secrets with Mark Hutchinson
This is a Replay of an episode first published in December 2023. You might call Mark Hutchinson an active passive investor. He takes pride in using the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) to build capital. IBC involves...
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38:08
REPLAY - Meyers' Method: Mastering the Art of Self-Storage
This is a Replay of an episode first published in March 2024. The heart and hustle behind the Meyers’ self-storage empire. This episode shares the personal and professional evolution of the Meyers’, from overworke...
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1:03:04
Revolutionizing Self Storage with Data Driven Insights!
What do you get when you combine a data-driven investor, an overloaded entrepreneur, and the future of self-storage? A revolution. Scott Meyers sits down with Noah Starr, CEO of Tract IQ, to unpack his wild journey—from quitting his...
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Episode 229
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39:37
The Hidden Fleet That’s Shaping Self-Storage
What if your self-storage facility could also be your most powerful marketing tool? Scott Meyers sits down with CJ Strattle and Sherry Miller of On the Move to explore how branded rental trucks are redefining marketing, operations, ...
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Episode 228
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38:54
Why Asia’s Self Storage Market is Worth Watching
What happens when American self-storage meets Japanese innovation? In this eye-opening solo episode of the Self Storage Podcast, host Scott Meyers shares his whirlwind experience speaking at the Self Storage Association of Asia's an...
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Episode 227
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32:21
REPLAY - Scaling Smart: Self-Storage Strategies for Maximum Returns
This is a Replay of an episode first published in July 2024. Ever wondered how to turn a sleepy self-storage facility into a bustling profit powerhouse? Unlock the hidden potential of self-storage with the expert insight...
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44:34
Recession-Proof and Ready: Why Self Storage Still Wins
Is now really the best time to invest in self storage — or are you missing the wave while waiting on the sidelines? Scott Meyers makes a bold case for why the current market climate may be the most promising we've seen since 2012.&n...
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Episode 226
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11:54
Partnering With the Giants: Why Spartan Uses REITs
What happens when a pilot trades the cockpit for a climate-controlled unit? In this episode, Scott sits down with Ryan Gibson of Spartan Investment Group for an in-depth look at the evolution, strategy, and future of self-...
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Episode 225
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37:02
