Gorging Yourself at the Self-Storage Buffet

09/23/24 • 31 min

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.

Learn how they got their start, overcame doubts, and ultimately transitioned Roger out of his 9-to-5 job.

Hear their inspiring story of investing both actively and passively, while also making a difference through mission work. It’s not just business—it’s a lifestyle shift.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
02:45 The turning point that made them go "all in" on self-storage
08:40 The surprising ease of finding their first facility
15:20 The key to their confidence: Scott's no-loss investment strategy
17:05 The power of the Self-Storage Mastermind

GUEST: JULIE & ROGER TROVILLION
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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.

Learn how they got their start, overcame doubts, and ultimately transitioned Roger out of his 9-to-5 job.

Hear their inspiring story of investing both actively and passively, while also making a difference through mission work. It’s not just business—it’s a lifestyle shift.

GUEST: JULIE & ROGER TROVILLION
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Location, Location, Location: Self-Storage Site Selection

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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.

Scott explains how to evaluate potential sites, discusses the importance of consulting experts for feasibility studies, and highlights key factors such as zoning, site size, market demand, and competition.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
03:33 Understanding Zoning and Planning for Your Site
07:01 Ideal Site Size for Storage Facilities
15:11 Matching Facility Design to City Requirements
19:59 Positioning Your Facility Against Competition

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REPLAY – Building Self Storage Wealth

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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 entrepreneur who has made a name for himself in the industry.

Luke shares his journey from real estate flipping to his successful leap into self-storage investing. He dives deep into finding good partners, overcoming health and market challenges, and the power of networking in the self-storage world.

This conversation is packed with real-world insights for anyone looking to start or grow their self-storage business.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
4:50 – Transitioning to Self-Storage
16:35 – Taking the Leap with Partnerships
19:53 – Benefits of Good Partnerships
29:50 – Patience in Finding Deal

GUEST: LUKE WONG
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