In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel unpack a painful but powerful lesson: a deal that slipped through Dan's hands that would have produced over six figures in annual cash flow with no money out of pocket. What makes this moment so impactful isn't just the loss—it's the realization that the deal was misunderstood, not unavailable.

They break down exactly what went wrong in the analysis, how focusing too narrowly on one exit strategy caused Dan to overlook a highly profitable opportunity, and why understanding multiple deal paths—especially long-term cash flow—can completely change your decision-making.

The conversation also dives into negotiation dynamics, including how to follow up without chasing, how to use "pull-away" communication to re-engage sellers, and why asking questions—not making statements—is the key to getting responses. Alex shares tactical language shifts that can dramatically improve seller communication and positioning.

This episode is a real-time case study in turning a painful loss into a long-term advantage—and why the lessons from one missed deal can unlock dozens of future opportunities.

You'll Learn How To:

• Recognize when a deal works—even if it doesn't fit your original strategy
• Evaluate deals based on cash flow vs equity vs refinance timelines
• Avoid over-analyzing deals and missing clear opportunities
• Use pull-away language to regain leverage in seller conversations
• Ask better questions that actually get responses from sellers
• Balance persistence with not coming across as pushy or desperate

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Recap of Dan's progress and current deals in motion

[3:20] The wins: multiple offers out and strong broker conversations

[5:04] How relationships led to access to a pocket listing opportunity

[7:29] Why building trust with brokers creates off-market deals

[10:02] The importance of communicating credibility and seriousness

[12:31] The "buyer info sheet" and how it builds confidence with sellers

[14:22] The confidence shift from personal wins and momentum

[19:25] Breakdown of a seller-financing deal that stalled out

[21:37] Why chasing sellers can hurt your position in negotiations

[24:15] Using pull-away language to re-engage conversations

[26:11] Why questions—not statements—drive seller responses

[28:59] The painful lesson: missing a six-figure cash flow deal

[31:01] What went wrong in the underwriting and analysis

[32:50] The mindset shift: cash flow can be the primary win

[33:40] How one lesson unlocks multiple past deal opportunities

[35:04] Why deals aren't always lost—even after going under contract

[36:10] The importance of staying in touch without chasing

[37:01] Teaching others as a way to accelerate mastery

[41:18] Feedback from a broker: coming across as too pushy

[42:28] The fine line between persistence and pressure

[43:46] Why brokers will advocate for you when you build trust

[45:21] The next step: increasing offer volume and revisiting past deals

Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors who have passed on deals and are second-guessing their decisions
• Listeners struggling to evaluate deals beyond one strategy
• Anyone trying to improve their negotiation and follow-up approach
• Entrepreneurs learning how to balance persistence with positioning

Why You Should Listen:

Every investor misses a deal at some point—but most don't fully extract the lesson from it.

This episode shows how one missed opportunity can completely transform how you evaluate deals, communicate with sellers, and approach future opportunities. Instead of letting the loss hold you back, it becomes the exact moment that sharpens your instincts and accelerates your growth.

If you've ever felt like you "missed one," this conversation will help you turn that experience into a competitive advantage.

Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel walk through the current state of Dan's deal pipeline, including one opportunity that's verbally accepted and moving toward contract, and another that requires deeper analysis to determine if it's actually worth pursuing.

As the conversation unfolds, Alex highlights the importance of clarity—specifically having a defined Buy Box Blueprint—and how that clarity allows Dan to quickly identify when a deal fits his long-term goals versus when it should be positioned as a wholesale opportunity. This distinction becomes critical as they break down a deal that looks promising on the surface but reveals challenges when you evaluate the market, demographics, and income potential.

They also dive into real-world execution: managing sellers who operate "old school," staying consistent with communication, learning from small mistakes, and continuing to stack wins through daily action. The episode closes with a deeper look at deal valuation, cap rates, and how to approach sellers with unrealistic expectations—setting the stage for creative deal structuring in the next episode.

You'll Learn How To:

• Define your buy box so you stop forcing deals that don't fit your goals
• Identify when a deal should be wholesaled instead of held
• Analyze rural markets and spot red flags in demographics
• Estimate deal value using quick NOI and cap rate calculations
• Handle sellers with unrealistic price expectations
• Use consistent communication to keep deals moving forward

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Recap of Dan's progress and current position in the journey

[2:18] Wins stacking up: VA lead flow, increased outreach, and offers

[5:10] How underwriting deals for others improves your skillset

[8:08] Viewing deals through multiple lenses to create opportunity

[11:39] Lessons learned from sending a contract to the wrong address

[13:20] How to work with sellers who don't use email

[16:09] Why this deal is being considered as a wholesale opportunity

[17:14] The importance of having a clearly defined buy box

[20:04] Why consistent seller communication is critical

[21:03] Breakdown of a 66-unit deal with below-market rents

[22:18] How to identify an unsophisticated operator

[26:02] Evaluating pros and cons of a rural storage market

[30:22] Back-of-the-napkin math to estimate NOI

[36:30] Using cap rates to determine offer ranges

[40:07] Navigating unrealistic seller expectations

[42:11] Structuring creative terms to make deals work

Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors actively working toward their first self-storage deal
• Listeners evaluating multiple deals and unsure which to pursue
• Anyone struggling to determine what makes a "good" deal
• Entrepreneurs looking to improve decision-making and deal analysis

Why You Should Listen:

Momentum in real estate isn't just about finding deals—it's about knowing what to do with them.

This episode shows how clarity, consistency, and better analysis lead to smarter decisions. Not every deal is meant to be owned, and not every opportunity fits your goals—but when you understand how to evaluate and structure deals properly, you create more paths to win.

If you're in the phase of taking action, analyzing deals, and trying to figure out what actually makes sense, this conversation will help you think more strategically and move forward with confidence.

Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel break down a major milestone in the journey: Dan officially gets his first self-storage facility under contract. But what makes this moment even more powerful isn't just the deal—it's the shift in thinking that made it possible.

After completing a full time audit and validating that his days are focused on the right activities, Dan shares how tracking his time, doubling down on revenue-generating actions, and staying consistent led to real traction. From there, the conversation shifts into the breakthrough that unlocked this deal: learning how to evaluate opportunities through multiple lenses—including the wholesale strategy.

Alex walks through how one shift in perspective can turn a "dead deal" into a viable opportunity, and why having multiple strategies (cash flow, equity, or wholesale) dramatically increases your chances of winning. This episode highlights the moment where effort meets clarity—and results follow.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Turn one deal into multiple opportunities by changing your perspective
• Evaluate storage deals through cash flow, equity, and wholesale lenses
• Use time tracking to validate productivity and eliminate inefficiencies
• Increase deal flow by focusing on revenue-generating activities
• Leverage virtual assistants to scale outreach and opportunities
• Identify when a deal works for you—or for someone else

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Recap of the time tracking challenge and why it mattered

[2:11] Dan's biggest takeaway: validating productive use of time

[5:30] Why only 50% of time was spent on revenue-generating activities

[6:35] The goal of shifting toward 80%+ high-impact work

[7:21] Doubling VA hours to increase deal flow

[8:21] Why tracking KPIs leads to better performance and results

[10:16] The importance of "eating the frog" and prioritizing key actions

[12:02] The big announcement: Dan gets a deal under contract

[12:46] Why this deal will be wholesaled instead of purchased

[13:51] The mindset shift that unlocked the wholesale opportunity

[15:09] How viewing deals through different lenses creates opportunity

[16:21] The three ways to evaluate a deal: debt, equity, and wholesale

[18:42] Why most investors miss deals due to limited perspective

[20:46] Breaking down deal analysis from a cash and NOI perspective

[22:19] Aligning deal strategy with personal goals and timeline

[25:16] Why tracking KPIs is the next level of execution

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors working toward their first self-storage deal
• Listeners struggling to make deals "work" with limited strategies
• Anyone who wants to increase deal flow and unlock more opportunities
• Entrepreneurs ready to turn effort and consistency into real results

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Why You Should Listen:

Most investors think they need better deals. In reality, they need better perspective.

This episode shows how one shift in thinking can completely change your results. The same deal, the same numbers, the same opportunity—but a different lens can unlock a path forward that didn't exist before.

If you've been analyzing deals and coming up empty, this conversation will help you see opportunities you may have been missing—and give you the tools to act on them.

Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo coaches Dan Wentzel through a live deal situation involving a small self-storage facility where the seller verbally accepted an offer but is now reconsidering after speaking with his spouse. Together, they break down what's actually happening beneath the surface of the negotiation and how investors should respond when sellers hesitate or ask for more money.

Rather than focusing purely on numbers, Alex explains the importance of leverage, positioning, and communication. He walks Dan through how to frame conversations with sellers, why it's critical to involve all decision-makers early, and how confidence and pull-away language can shift negotiations back in your favor.

This episode highlights a critical moment in every investor's journey: when conversations turn into real deals and the ability to manage human dynamics becomes just as important as underwriting.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Navigate seller hesitation after a verbal agreement
• Identify when additional decision makers are influencing a deal
• Use pull-away language to regain leverage in negotiations
• Communicate confidently without appearing desperate for the deal
• Structure conversations that bring clarity to uncertain sellers
• Evaluate whether a deal still works when price expectations shift

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[1:28] Why investors sometimes know what to do—but struggle to follow through

[3:05] Alex introduces the real coaching conversation behind the episode

[5:33] Recap of Dan's recent progress with offers, conversations, and underwriting

[7:25] Why momentum in business often reveals broken systems

[11:04] The opportunity created by Dan's VA generating new deal flow

[16:17] Update on a North Carolina facility where the seller verbally accepted an offer

[18:22] Why sending offers consistently is a key performance indicator

[20:14] What causes sellers to hesitate after initially agreeing to sell

[21:56] Why every key decision maker should be included in negotiations

[23:56] The $10,000 price gap and whether it actually threatens the deal

[26:17] The mindset shift that comes after your first accepted offer

[27:38] How pull-away language restores leverage in negotiations

[29:56] Why tonality and confidence matter more than perfect scripts

[31:26] Awareness as the starting point for improving execution

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors currently negotiating their first self-storage deal
• Listeners who struggle with seller conversations and negotiation dynamics
• Anyone unsure how to respond when sellers change their terms
• Entrepreneurs learning how to balance confidence with authenticity in sales conversations

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Why You Should Listen:

Most investors think deals are won through spreadsheets and numbers. In reality, deals are often won—or lost—through conversations.

This episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when a seller begins to second-guess a deal and how experienced investors navigate those moments. You'll learn how to maintain leverage, communicate with confidence, and keep negotiations moving forward without chasing the deal.

If you've ever had a seller verbally agree to terms and then suddenly hesitate, this episode will help you understand exactly what to do next.

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Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo challenges Dan Wentzel to confront one of the biggest hidden obstacles investors face: lack of intentional control over their calendar. After reviewing the previous week, it becomes clear that progress isn't just about knowing what actions to take—it's about protecting the time required to execute those actions.

Alex explains why operating without a clear plan is like being a leaf in the wind—reacting to whatever comes your way instead of intentionally directing your week. Together, they unpack the importance of structuring your calendar, planning your work blocks, and protecting the activities that actually move deals forward.

This episode becomes a powerful reminder that building a business isn't only about strategy or knowledge—it's about discipline, time ownership, and committing to the daily actions that create results.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Take control of your calendar so your priorities don't get dictated by others
• Structure your week to create intentional time for deal-making activities
• Recognize when lack of planning is slowing your progress
• Turn vague goals into scheduled action blocks
• Protect focused time for conversations, underwriting, and follow-ups
• Build momentum by aligning daily habits with long-term goals

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Why controlling your calendar is essential to success

[1:37] Recap of the Season 2 coaching journey with Dan

[2:30] Why resistance always shows up when you pursue meaningful goals

[3:33] How momentum can disappear when life interrupts your routine

[3:55] Alex challenges Dan to be honest about the past week

[5:10] Why operating without a plan leads to lost time

[7:15] The "leaf in the wind" analogy for unstructured schedules

[10:02] Why intentional planning increases productivity

[13:48] Structuring your calendar around meaningful actions

[17:26] The difference between activity and progress

[20:14] Aligning daily actions with the goal of buying your first storage facility

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors who feel busy but struggle to make real progress
• Listeners who find their weeks slipping away without meaningful output
• Anyone trying to balance investing goals with work and family responsibilities
• Operators who want to become more intentional with their time and focus

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Why You Should Listen:

Many investors believe they need more knowledge, more resources, or more opportunities to succeed. In reality, they often just need better control over their time.

This episode highlights how easily momentum can be lost when your calendar isn't aligned with your goals. By becoming more intentional with how you plan and protect your time, you create the space needed for meaningful conversations, deal analysis, and consistent follow-up.

If you've ever felt like your week disappeared without moving you closer to your goals, this conversation will challenge you to take back control of your schedule—and your progress.

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Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel have a candid conversation about what happens when life gets in the way of progress. After building momentum with several promising storage opportunities, Dan hits a week where things slow down and the rhythm breaks.

Instead of ignoring it, Alex uses the moment as a coaching opportunity to talk about resilience, mindset, and how successful investors respond when plans get disrupted. They unpack why resistance is inevitable when you commit to a goal, how to remove emotional pressure from the process, and why consistency always matters more than perfection.

The episode also dives into a subtle but powerful mindset shift when speaking with storage owners: approaching conversations with curiosity and service instead of pressure and expectation.

This conversation serves as a real-time case study in what to do when progress stalls — and how to reset quickly so momentum keeps building.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Respond productively when life disrupts your plans
• Remove guilt and negative emotions when progress slows
• Maintain forward momentum even after losing rhythm
• Approach seller conversations with curiosity instead of pressure
• Focus on progress rather than perfection in the acquisition process
• Use mindset shifts to improve confidence and communication

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Why approaching seller calls with curiosity changes everything

[1:11] Expecting resistance whenever you commit to a big goal

[1:43] How life disruptions can derail momentum

[2:09] Turning setbacks into learning opportunities

[3:30] Why guilt and frustration don't help you move forward

[5:12] Resetting your rhythm after losing momentum

[7:48] The mindset shift from "what can I get?" to "how can I help?"

[10:15] Removing pressure from seller conversations

[14:27] Staying committed even when progress slows

[18:40] Why consistency beats perfection in the long run

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors who feel discouraged when momentum slows
• Listeners trying to balance life responsibilities with investing goals
• Anyone struggling with guilt or frustration when plans get disrupted
• Operators who want to maintain consistency without burnout
• Investors looking to improve their mindset around seller conversations

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Why You Should Listen:

Every investor eventually hits a week where things fall apart.

The difference between those who succeed and those who quit is how they respond to those moments. This episode shows you how to reset quickly, learn from setbacks, and keep moving forward without letting frustration derail your progress.

If you're on the path to your first deal and feel like life keeps interrupting your momentum, this conversation will remind you that progress is rarely linear — but persistence always wins.

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Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

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If episode eight was about creating leverage and increasing deal flow, episode nine is about building the systems that keep deals from slipping through the cracks.

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo continues coaching Dan Wentzel as momentum begins to build. Dan now has multiple legitimate storage opportunities in his pipeline, and the conversation shifts from simply generating leads to managing them effectively.

Alex walks Dan through the importance of having a clear lead intake process, a consistent follow-up system, and a structured way to track offers and key performance indicators. With several potential deals in motion, they break down how to organize opportunities, maintain momentum, and avoid letting promising leads fall apart due to lack of process.

The episode also reinforces one of the biggest lessons of the season so far: repetition creates mastery. Just like athletes train through thousands of reps before game day, investors must repeat the same disciplined actions—calls, offers, follow-ups, and deal analysis—until the process becomes instinctive.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Build a simple lead intake system so opportunities don't fall through the cracks
• Track offers, follow-ups, and key performance indicators effectively
• Use repetition to improve seller conversations and deal execution
• Create a weekly accountability rhythm to evaluate progress
• Organize multiple storage opportunities without losing focus
• Develop confidence through consistent execution and feedback

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Dan now has four active storage opportunities in his pipeline

[2:07] Why leads without systems quickly become chaos

[2:29] The importance of tracking offers and key performance indicators

[3:10] Building a structured lead intake process

[6:00] Managing multiple storage opportunities at once

[9:15] Why repetition builds confidence and decision-making speed

[14:22] Using weekly reviews to evaluate progress and performance

[18:10] How to prevent promising deals from slipping through the cracks

[23:40] The value of structured follow-up with storage owners

[31:08] Narrowing seller options to reduce decision fatigue

[32:17] Why repetition leads to instinctive execution

[33:19] Guiding sellers through the process instead of asking permission

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors starting to generate deal flow but feeling overwhelmed by opportunities
• Listeners who struggle to stay organized with leads and follow-up
• Anyone unsure how to track offers and conversations effectively
• Operators who want to build systems that support consistent growth

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Why You Should Listen:

Finding deals is only half the battle. Without systems, even great opportunities can fall apart.

This episode highlights the transition from hustling for deals to building a process that supports consistent progress. By creating simple systems for tracking leads, offers, and follow-ups, investors can stay organized, move faster, and increase the likelihood of turning opportunities into actual acquisitions.

If you're starting to generate momentum but feel like things could slip through the cracks, this episode will help you build the structure needed to keep moving forward.

Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

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If episode seven was about converting conversations into contracts, episode eight is about increasing deal flow — and knowing how to analyze opportunity when it hits your desk.

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel break down what happens when consistent action finally compounds. After months of hesitation, Dan hires a virtual assistant — and within two weeks, four legitimate storage opportunities land in his pipeline.

Alex and Dan unpack why hiring a VA took eight months, what mindset blocks were holding Dan back, and how leveraging the Storage Wins community made the transition easier. From there, they dive deep into one specific 36,000 square foot facility, walking through back-of-the-napkin underwriting, cap rate analysis, seller motivation, and how to think about value-add potential the right way.

This episode isn't just about hiring help. It's about understanding leverage — leverage of time, leverage of community, leverage of terms, and leverage of upside inside the deal itself.

You'll Learn How To:

• Use a virtual assistant to dramatically increase deal flow
• Overcome hesitation around hiring and delegation
• Underwrite a storage deal using simple back-of-the-napkin math
• Analyze revenue, expenses, and NOI quickly on a seller call
• Identify upside through rate gaps and unsophisticated operations
• Use seller financing terms to increase purchasing power
• Control deal structure by focusing on terms, not just price
• Incentivize your VA to create long-term leverage

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[0:00] Why cash flow in storage "depends"

[1:08] The Season 2 mission: closing before Thanksgiving 2025

[3:02] Hiring a VA after eight months of hesitation

[6:42] The fear of training and financial commitment

[7:30] Why $70 per week created massive leverage

[9:01] Leveraging community to solve hiring challenges

[12:42] Four new facilities added to the pipeline in two weeks

[13:40] Why mom-and-pop operators create opportunity

[15:36] Reducing expenses vs. increasing revenue

[18:40] Explaining debt service coverage ratio to sellers

[21:38] Breaking down a 36,000 sq ft deal opportunity

[34:58] Back-of-the-napkin NOI calculation using a 35% expense ratio

[35:54] Applying an 8 cap to determine baseline valuation

[36:48] Spotting 50% rate gaps vs. competitors

[39:28] Matching a $2M offer with better positioning

[41:52] "Your price, my terms" explained

[45:08] Why incentivizing your VA accelerates growth

Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors stuck trying to do everything themselves
• Listeners who want more deal flow but feel time-constrained
• Anyone unsure how to quickly analyze a storage opportunity
• Operators learning how to structure seller-financed deals
• Investors ready to move from slow progress to momentum

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Why You Should Listen:

Momentum changes everything.

Dan didn't suddenly get lucky — he created leverage. By hiring a VA and leaning into community support, he multiplied his outreach and surfaced four serious opportunities in two weeks.

This episode shows you exactly how to think through a real deal: how to estimate NOI, apply cap rates, spot value-add potential, and structure terms that increase purchasing power. If you've ever wondered how experienced investors quickly evaluate deals while staying disciplined on risk, this is a real-time masterclass.

And perhaps most importantly — it proves that sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn't a signed contract. It's the decision to stop doing everything yourself.

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Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo coaches Dan Wentzel through one of the most important skills in self-storage investing: converting conversations into contracts. With a healthy pipeline finally in place, the focus shifts from prospecting to persuasion—without being pushy.

Alex breaks down how to uncover seller motivation, ask better timeline questions, create urgency the right way, and position yourself as the preferred buyer instead of just another offer. The episode features a live cold-call role play between Alex and Dan, followed by a detailed breakdown of what worked, what could improve, and how subtle adjustments can dramatically increase closing odds.

This episode isn't about scripts—it's about psychology, positioning, and controlling the conversation through questions.

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You'll Learn How To:

• Convert seller conversations into signed contracts
• Ask timeline questions that reveal real motivation
• Create urgency without sounding salesy or desperate
• Use offer expiration dates as leverage
• Position certainty and credibility over highest price
• Handle pricing gaps with strategic follow-up questions
• Avoid overcomplicating creative financing too early
• End every call with leverage—including referrals

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• [0:00] Why you should almost always make an offer

• [3:40] Converting conversations into contracts and cash

• [5:00] Three-year follow-up paying off in real opportunities

• [6:05] Becoming a welcome guest—not an annoying pest

• [9:00] Why relationships outlast transactions

• [14:12] The power of asking about timeline early

• [17:44] When NOT to put an offer in writing

• [18:27] Building urgency without pressure

• [21:33] Why certainty often beats the highest offer

• [22:14] Leveraging expiration dates the right way

• [24:19] Live cold-call role play begins

• [41:00] Call breakdown: what Dan did well

• [48:00] Missed opportunities inside seller language

• [52:00] Why industry jargon can kill deals

• [56:00] The hidden leverage in family decision dynamics

• [59:00] Why collecting the seller's email matters

• [1:00:30] The referral question most investors forget

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors who struggle turning conversations into real offers
• Listeners unsure how to handle "your price is too low"
• Anyone who feels awkward asking for timeline or motivation
• Operators who want to improve call structure and confidence
• Investors ready to sharpen their seller psychology skills

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Why You Should Listen:

Most deals aren't lost because of bad underwriting—they're lost because of weak conversations.

This episode shows you how to control the frame, ask the right questions, and build positioning that makes sellers want to work with you. If you've ever felt like calls "go fine" but don't turn into contracts, this breakdown will show you exactly where the leverage lives.

If you want to become the buyer sellers trust—not just another number—this episode is essential listening.

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Follow Alex Pardo here:

• Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/
• Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15
• Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25
• Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo
• Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/

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Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here:

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo works with Dan Wentzel on live deal analysis—breaking down a real storage opportunity step by step. Together, they walk through how to evaluate a market, identify unsophisticated competition, spot pricing inefficiencies, and determine whether a facility has true upside or hidden risk.

This episode pulls back the curtain on how experienced operators think when they're underwriting deals. It's less about spreadsheets and more about pattern recognition—understanding markets, competitors, and operator behavior so you can make confident offers without needing perfect information.

You'll Learn How To:

• Evaluate storage markets using competition and operator sophistication
• Identify pricing gaps that signal upside potential
• Analyze deals even when data is incomplete or unclear
• Use market behavior—not just numbers—to guide your offers
• Build confidence by underwriting deals faster and more consistently

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

[1:28] Recap of the Season 2 journey and why accountability matters

[3:05] Why progress creates confidence—and confidence fuels action

[5:34] Back-of-the-napkin analysis using square footage and market rents

[6:58] Why offer volume matters more than perfect underwriting

[9:03] How trust and rapport unlock seller information

[13:01] Momentum update: increased offers and underwriting speed

[17:35] Why teaching what you're learning accelerates mastery

[21:17] Building a storage deal pipeline that doesn't rely on luck

[23:15] Why follow-up—not first contact—wins most deals

[29:15] Live deal overview: secondary market, size, and price range

[31:44] Spotting unsophisticated operators through online presence

[35:05] Using Google Maps, reviews, and websites to read a market

[37:56] Understanding rate gaps and competitive positioning

[39:20] How competitor pricing can reveal hidden opportunities

[43:09] Making offers the right way—with explanation and context

[45:16] Why buyer credibility matters with brokers and wholesalers

[50:31] Learn → execute → tweak: the real framework for progress

[51:42] The next challenge: increasing offer volume to six per week

Who This Episode Is For:

• Investors who want to understand why a deal works—not just if it works
• Listeners struggling to evaluate markets and competition
• Anyone unsure how to make offers with imperfect information
• People ready to build confidence through repetition and real analysis

Why You Should Listen:

Most deals aren't lost because of bad math—they're lost because investors don't know how to read a market. This episode shows you how to think like an operator, spot opportunity where others don't, and make informed offers without waiting for perfect data.

If you've ever wondered "How do I know if this deal is actually good?"—this episode walks you through the answer in real time.

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