The process of buying, building expanding a self-storage business has become more complex in the face of heightened competition and a challenging economy. The more knowledge you arm yourself with in advance, the better your chances. Our 2026 Building/Investing Guidebook is designed to help you succeed in spite of headwinds, providing 104 pages of expert advice on industry real estate, finance, development and construction.
Whether you’re just starting out or expanding an existing portfolio, focused on acquisitions or new builds, this publication will help you make smart decisions, so you can avoid potential losses and disappointments. It covers:
Investing strategies: Decision-making, fundraising, investment options and more
Real estate: Deal-finding, due diligence, strategies for buyers and sellers, capitalization rates, facility value and more
Finance: Loan options and requests, stack-building, collateral, and more
Project planning: Reasons to build, mistakes to avoid, site selection, feasibility, project approval and more
Building essentials: Team assembly, design/build process, construction budgeting and timeline, components, materials, and more
Site design: Land-use strategies, climate control, multi-story, conversions, multi-use, mixed-use, drive-thrus, office renovations and more
Sustainability: Eco-friendly renovations and upgrades
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The Building/Investing Guidebook is available for purchase in digital and softcover formats. The PDF versions are easy to view on a computer screen or tablet and are immediately downloadable upon completion of purchase where they’ll be made available in your “My On-Demand Library.”
This publication will give you the foundation you need to complete a successful development or investment, so buy your copy today!
ISS Staff
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