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
216 episodes
Trading Time for Wealth: How Clint Harris Found Financial Freedom
Can 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 facili...
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Season 1
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Episode 215
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42:13
Jack Bosch’s Land Empire: The Secret to Flipping Dirt for Dollars
What 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...
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Season 1
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Episode 214
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40:56
Boost Your Self Storage Leadership Skills for Success NOW
Is 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, decisio...
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Season 1
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Episode 213
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35:33
The StorTrack Advantage: Helping Self Storage Investors Maximize Profits
Is 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 h...
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Episode 212
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37:10
The Abundance Mindset: Jerremy Newsome’s Path to Financial Freedom
What 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 naviga...
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Season 1
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Episode 211
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26:59
The Military Mindset Behind Choosing Self Storage
Want 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 e...
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Season 1
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Episode 210
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28:48
Thinking Like a NAVY SEAL
What 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...
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Episode 209
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21:27
Top 10 Challenges Facing Self Storage Operators
Leave 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 l...
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Season 1
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Episode 208
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27:29
Attracting Passive Self-Storage Investors
Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one clickHow do you scale your self-storage business without risking your investors' trust?Scott dives into the art and science ...
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Season 1
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Episode 207
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31:39
The Five Things for me that Made 2024 Stand Out
What happens when a challenging year pushes you to redefine success? Scott reflects on the highs and lows of 2024, unveiling the five keys that fueled his personal and professional transformation. From exploring the unconvention...
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Episode 206
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20:56
Discover PROFITABLE Self Storage Investments with Your IRA
Leave a rating for this podcast with one clickHow can self-directed IRAs unlock new pathways for your investment strategy? Scott welcomes Paul Herbes from Equity Trust to dis...
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Season 1
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Episode 205
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33:02
Faith-Driven Success: Aaron Stokes on Business, God, and Growth
Leave a rating for this podcast with one clickWhat if the secret to success is keeping your focus on what truly matters and allowing greatness to sneak up on you?Scott welcom...
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Episode 204
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42:04
How to Build Wealth Without Using Your Credit
Leave a rating for this podcast with one clickWhat’s the secret to building wealth and a fulfilling life? For Ron LeGrand, the answer is as simple as systemizing real estate ...
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Season 1
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Episode 203
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31:07
Exploring NOTE INVESTING for Big Gains!
Leave a rating for this podcast with one clickWhat happens when two industry veterans dig into the art of education, real estate, and self storage? Scott sits down with Eddie...
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Episode 202
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53:25
Managing Self Storage from ANYWHERE
How can technology transform self-storage operations and customer experiences? Scott catches up with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer of Live Switch, to explore how cutting-edge video technology is revolutionizing the self-storage ...
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Season 1
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Episode 201
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34:20
Burnout and Breakthroughs: How Self-Storage Saved Us
Ready to learn the secrets behind one of the most reliable real estate investments? Scott reflects on his journey from traditional real estate to self-storage, joined by his wife, Christina.Together, they recount the challenges ...
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Episode 200
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Deeper Into the Banker’s Mindset (Part II)
By focusing on the details that matter most—like occupancy rates, net operating income (NOI), and even factors like competition and CapEx—Scott provides a roadmap for presenting your project as a sound, profitable investment. With a run...
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Season 1
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Episode 199
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31:35
Understanding the Banker’s Mindset (Part I)
How do you get inside a banker’s mind to secure a loan for self-storage facilities? Scott breaks down the intricate dance of lending and the steps borrowers must take to improve their chances of loan approval. He dives into how the curr...
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Season 1
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Episode 198
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41:40
Broker-Dealer Rules Every Self-Storage Operator Should Know
What happens when changing regulations collide with private equity in self-storage? Scott sits down with Byron Elliot of Three Pillars Law to explore the evolving landscape of fundraising and legal compliance in real estate investing. <...
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Season 1
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Episode 197
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41:49
Preparing for Self Storage Growth in 2025 – Part Two
Planning for success in 2025 starts now—and Scott is back with part two of his guide to mapping out a productive year. This episode dives into the nitty-gritty of creating a concise one-page plan that aligns goals with cor...
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Season 1
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Episode 196
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24:17
Preparing for Self Storage Growth in 2025 – Part One
How do you plan for a record-breaking year in business? Scott walks listeners through the first of a two-part series on how to prepare for a highly successful 2025. He breaks down the process of reviewing and reflecting ...
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Season 1
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Episode 195
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25:59
10 Steps for Hosting a Standout Self Storage Investor Meetup
Ready to host a successful investor meetup and secure more capital for your projects? Scott breaks down the 10 essential steps to plan, organize, and execute an investor meetup that leaves a lasting impression on current and potent...
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Season 1
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Episode 194
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37:04
REPLAY – Building Self Storage Wealth
This is a Replay of an episode first published in October 2023. Are partnerships in self-storage the key to scaling up, or is it better to go solo? In this episode, Scott sits down with Luke Wong, a self-storage entrepr...
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Season 1
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Episode 193
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33:38
Gorging Yourself at the Self-Storage Buffet
Ready to transform your future with self-storage success? Scott welcomes special guests Roger and Julie Trovillion, a couple who went from real estate newbies to owning three self-storage facilities, all within a few short years. &...
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Season 1
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Episode 192
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31:40
Location, Location, Location: Self-Storage Site Selection
Are you making the right moves in self-storage site selection, or are you risking costly mistakes? In this episode of, Scott Meyers dives deep into one of the most critical aspects of self-storage development: site selection. ...
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Episode 191
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32:23
