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You might call Mark Hutchinson an active passive investor. He takes pride in using the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) to build capital. IBC involves using specially constructed dividend-paying whole life insurance as a means of building capital and then borrowing whenever interest would be paid to others. Mark explains the concept is a flexible and …

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.    Rich Dad, Poor Dad.   That book inspired Rick to leave corporate America and form an investing team with his sons in real estate.    …

Ben Kall, a former college football player and coach turned real estate agent and investor shares his journey from coaching to real estate, explaining how he started a property management company and brokerage business before moving into self-storage investment. He discusses the importance of diversifying in multiple asset classes and the challenges of managing other …

Ginny Sutton is the executive director for the Texas Self-Storage Association. In this episode she discusses the evolution of the self-storage industry, highlighting the shift from a less professional approach to a more sophisticated business model. Sutton emphasizes the importance of joining industry associations for networking, education, and advocacy purposes. She also shares advice on …

For Jonah Hall, the journey into the self-storage industry began in 2017 when he worked for a family office in the oil and gas sector. His initial project involved converting a building into a storage facility, which marked his entry into the industry. Hall emphasizes the importance of remote management and self-service features in the …

Cori Garrod is an expert in contact centers. In this episode she discusses the importance of having a good call center for a self-storage business. She emphasizes the need for compassionate and knowledgeable staff who can provide excellent customer service. Garrod also highlights the importance of being ready to close a sale at every customer …

Register for our January, 2024 Academy in Mesa, AZ. Use the code SSAP to save $500.Joel Friedland is an industrial real estate veteran with over 40 years of experience. In this episode Joel shares his insights on the industrial real estate market, explaining how he focuses on B and C industrial buildings, which are older and …

The questions we get from listeners are always gold. We answer more of them in this episode looking at the current state of the market, the importance of networking, and the dynamics of self-storage investing in today’s economic climate with high inflation rates. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR 4:42 The Impacts of increasing interest rates and …

Scott Zucker, a lawyer specializing in the self-storage industry, discusses the evolution and future of the industry with host Scott Meyers. Zucker highlights the importance of understanding and complying with the legal aspects of running a self-storage business, especially as the industry continues to evolve with technology and market demands. He also emphasizes the need …