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October 02 Self Storage Investing Case Study: 66 Units, 70% Occupancy, Pre-approved for an SBA loan
This Ball Ground, Georgia self-storage facility offers an attractive opportunity for an investor looking for an established operation with room to increase occupancy and unlock additional value.
With 66 storage units and 7,600 square feet of storage space, the facility already has a solid customer base at 70% occupancy, while approximately 30% of the units remain available for lease-up.
Key Reasons to Consider Ball Ground:
66 storage units
7,600 total square feet of storage space
70% current occupancy
Approximately 30% remaining lease-up opportunity
Pre-approved for an SBA loan at this price
Existing operations provide a foundation for continued growth and optimization
The opportunity is in the upside. An investor can build on the existing customer base, lease the remaining available units, improve operations, and work toward maximizing the property's potential.
With SBA financing already pre-approved, the Ball Ground facility is an opportunity worth taking a closer look at.

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30 min
September 28Self Storage Investing Case Study: 57 Units, 76% Occupancy, Value-Add Opportunity
This Franklin Parkway self-storage facility offers an attractive opportunity for an investor looking for an established property with strong occupancy and additional room for growth.
With 57 storage units and 6,845 square feet of storage space, the facility is already operating at 76% occupancy, providing an established customer base while leaving approximately 24% of the units available for lease-up.
Key Reasons to Consider Franklin Parkway:
57 storage units
6,845 total square feet of storage space
76% current occupancy
Approximately 24% remaining lease-up opportunity
Existing operations provide a foundation for continued growth and optimization
The opportunity here is the combination of an established facility and remaining upside. An investor can focus on leasing the available units, optimizing operations, and potentially increasing the property's overall performance.
SBA financing already pre-approved, this Franklin Parkway facility is worth taking a closer look at.

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30 min
September 25Self Storage Investing Case Study: 60 storage units, 6,400 square feet of storage space, and 40 parking lanes, At 60% occupancy
Located in Fayetteville, Georgia, this self-storage property offers an attractive opportunity for an investor looking for an established facility with room to increase occupancy and maximize its existing potential.
With 60 storage units, 6,400 square feet of storage space, and 40 parking lanes, the property offers multiple ways to serve the local storage and parking market. At 60% occupancy, there is already an established tenant base while approximately 40% of the units remain available for lease-up.
Key Reasons to Consider Fayetteville:
60 storage units
6,400 total square feet of storage space
60% current occupancy
40% remaining occupancy opportunity based on the current occupancy
40 parking lanes, providing additional flexibility and potential
Existing operations provide a foundation for further lease-up and optimization
The opportunity here is the upside. An investor can acquire an operating facility with an existing customer base while focusing on filling the available units, optimizing management, and maximizing the property's potential.
SBA financing already pre-approved, Fayetteville is a facility worth taking a closer look at.

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32 min
September 22Self Storage Investing Case Study: 187 Units, 24,484 Sqft., Newly renovated 8 acres with plenty of room to potentially expand
The Macon, Georgia facility offers a significant value-add opportunity for a self-storage investor. With 24,484 square feet across 187 units and 8 acres of land, this property provides both an existing storage operation and substantial room for future growth.
The facility has been newly renovated with new doors and features Noke Bluetooth technology, giving the property a modern, convenient access system. However, with current occupancy at just 15%, there is a major lease-up opportunity for an investor who can execute a strong marketing and management strategy.
Key Reasons to Consider Macon:
24,484 total square feet of storage space
187 storage units
15% current occupancy — significant room for lease-up
8 acres with plenty of room to potentially expand
Newly renovated with new doors
Noke Bluetooth technology for modern, convenient access
10 parking spaces
Warehouse space already occupied, adding diversity to the property
Pre-approval for lending currently in progress
The biggest opportunity is the lease-up. At only 15% occupancy, an investor has substantial room to increase occupancy, improve operations, and potentially unlock additional value from the existing property and its available land.
Macon isn't just a storage facility — it's a large-scale value-add opportunity with room to grow.

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35 min
September 17Self Storage Investing Case Study: 158 Units, 75% Occupied Combination of Self- Storage & Warehouse space
This Carrollton Facility presents an attractive opportunity for an investor looking for a large-scale storage operation with additional commercial space and room for growth.
With 158 storage units and 25,225 total square feet, the property offers a substantial existing footprint. The 10,000-square-foot warehouse space adds another valuable component, creating flexibility for commercial use and diversification beyond traditional self-storage.
At 75% occupancy, the facility already has an established customer base while leaving approximately 25% of the units available for lease-up.
Key Reasons to Consider Carrollton Facility:
158 total storage units
25,225 total square feet
10,000-square-foot warehouse space
75% current occupancy
Approximately 25% remaining lease-up opportunity
Large property footprint with potential for continued growth and optimization
Combination of self-storage and warehouse space
The opportunity here is the scale and versatility of the property. An investor can build on the existing occupancy, lease the remaining available units, and maximize the value of the substantial warehouse component.

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22 min
September 09 Self Storage Investing Case Study: 60 Units, $55K Revenue, Value-Add Opportunity Blackshear, Georgia
This self storage investing case study breaks down a 60-unit facility generating $55K in revenue and the value-add opportunity behind the deal.

In this video, we analyze the numbers, revenue potential, and operational improvements that could increase cash flow.
You’ll learn how to evaluate small self-storage facilities, identify upside opportunities, and determine whether a deal like this makes sense.

If you're looking to invest in self storage or buy your first facility, this breakdown will show you how to think like an owner.
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31 min
September 04 Self Storage Investing Case Study: 50 Units in Americus, GA (80% Occupied, $58K Revenue)
n this Self Storage Investing Case Study, Stacy breaks down a real storage facility and walks through how investors analyze deals in the self storage industry.

In this video, you’ll learn:

• How to analyze a self storage facility
• Market and location considerations
• Facility size, occupancy, and revenue potential
• How self storage investors evaluate deals
• Opportunities to increase value and improve operations

If you're interested in self storage investing, buying storage facilities, or learning how to analyze deals, this case study walks through the strategies used by experienced investors.

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37 min
August 19 Storage Facility with Multiple Income Streams
Blairsville Case Study: Storage Facility with Multiple Income Streams

Take a closer look at the Blairsville storage facility and discover how multiple income streams can create additional value beyond traditional storage rentals. In this case study, we break down the property, its revenue opportunities, and the strategies that can help turn an existing facility into a stronger-performing investment.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http://stacyrossetti.com
16 min
November 18, 2025 Storage Deal Room Fast Track: How to Find & Buy Storage Deals 10x Faster WIth Bree Hartman
Ever wondered how to truly master self-storage deals and build a thriving real estate portfolio? Join self-storage mogul Bree Hartman, with over $6 million in acquisitions, and 15-facility empire builder Stacy Rossetti, as they share their "secret sauce" for unearthing hidden off-market opportunities and mastering three-part seller financing negotiations—a "cheat code" in today's market. Get ready to rapidly build a cash-flowing portfolio, with real-world examples of students closing deals with minimal upfront investment. Learn to identify undervalued properties, understand market dynamics, and confidently approach owners to create win-win situations. This dynamic discussion is packed with actionable insights and expert guidance to help you achieve financial freedom and design a life on your own terms through strategic self-storage investing.

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1 hr 35 min
May 20, 2025 The Stock Market Is Down But Storage Investing Is Strong With Bree Hartman
Investing in self-storage facilities is booming, but navigating the market in today's economy takes a seasoned pro – and that's exactly who Stacy Rossetti chats with in this episode! Dive deep into the world of self-storage investing with Bree Hartman, founder of Self Storage School, as they candidly discuss the current state of the market. Bree shares her journey from field biologist to fitness entrepreneur to self-storage mogul, revealing how she built a thriving portfolio of 100,000 square feet of storage in Louisiana and a new deal in Arizona. Join these two dynamic women as they unpack the strategies for finding deals, securing financing, and managing facilities, all while juggling motherhood and business ownership. This is a no-nonsense, real talk session about the self-storage niche, perfect for anyone looking to break into commercial real estate or level up their investment game.

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47 min

About Storage Nerds

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Would you be interested in investing in the best kept secret in the real estate investing world?

Meet the “Grassroots Guru in Self-Storage”, Stacy Rossetti, who spends her time not…

only investing in self-storage but teaching other how to do this as well. She focuses on her three-step process Finding Them, Funding Them and Running Them and teaches key concepts such as creative deal structuring and finding private lenders to fund your deals.

Let Stacy help you get your foot in the door in the self-storage industry by learning not only how to find what she calls the “hidden market”, but also talking to owners and getting them to be the bank.

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Named after Stacy’s mastermind, this webinar-style podcast is your guide to the storage investing world. If you are just starting out or unfamiliar with how this industry works, you are in the right place. Learn how to prepare for a facility purchase, negotiate with sellers, and close the deal swiftly.

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From start to finish, Stacy understands the process extremely well. She owns almost a thousand doors. Her invaluable knowledge in this industry is something you have to hear. One episode at a time, you can emulate her investment success and even go beyond it.

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