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What if one buried document could cost… or save…you millions?

Joe Downs sits down with real estate attorney Jason Mandel to unravel the nerve-wracking tale of a nearly disastrous storage facility acquisition, dubbed “The Storage Attic.”

With only minutes left in the due diligence period, Joe discovered the property was four feet underwater in a flood zone… not the two feet the 87-year-old seller claimed. The insurance premium? A jaw-dropping jump from $12,000 to $81,000 a year.

Jason reveals how quick legal thinking and strategic contract clauses narrowly saved the deal… and Joe’s investment.

They also dig into other cautionary case studies from students, exposing pitfalls like outdated broker forms and zoning blind spots.

This episode proves that specialized legal expertise isn’t a luxury… it’s your lifeline in self-storage investing.

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:13 What happens when a deal looks perfect but hides a fatal flaw
3:12 How did a delayed survey nearly cost millions
6:45 What legal options exist when due diligence runs out
9:47 Why are standard broker contracts dangerous for buyers
25:56 How can zoning issues destroy a deal after closing

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What if you could invest in storage with 20-to-1 demand advantage, higher revenue per square foot, and almost zero REIT competition…but 95% of investors don't even know it exists?

Joe Downs reveals the explosive boat and RV storage opportunity that's hiding in plain sight, with expert Sydnie Wilda from The Storage Manager exposing exactly why this overlooked sector could be your most profitable move in 2026.

From the shocking supply-demand imbalance (600,000 new boats and RVs delivered annually vs. only 25,000-30,000 new parking spots) to the operational secrets that separate winners from amateurs, this episode delivers the blueprint for capitalizing on America's outdoor recreation boom before the big players wake up.

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3:19 What makes boat and RV tenants completely different from traditional storage customers?

12:18 Why is a 60-foot drive aisle the difference between profit and disaster?

18:30 How do you "idiot-proof" your facility design to prevent fence demolition?

24:31 What is the "peak-end experience" and why does it multiply your tenant retention?

27:53 Should you build a boat and RV facility on your vacant land?

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SYDNIE WILDA, OPERATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST | SSA YOUNG LEADERS GROUP SENATOR | MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE LEADER

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How do you buy a self-storage facility when interest rates are climbing and banks are tightening up?

In this episode of the Self Storage Investing Podcast, host Joe Downs welcomes Belrose Group’s VP of Acquisitions, Jack Pezzino, for a conversation into how they pulled off a real-world self-storage acquisition using seller financing.

Together, they break down their purchase of a 60,000+ sq. ft. "pro storage" facility in Wilmington, North Carolina, highlighting how they structured the deal, navigated tough lending conditions, and ultimately created a win-win for both buyer and seller.

From interest-only terms to leveraging extra land, they reveal the key negotiation tactics, risks to watch for, and the incredible upside seller financing can offer when done right.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

:54 How did Belrose use seller financing to acquire M2 Maxi?
5:08 Why didn’t traditional financing work in this deal?
9:05 What really mattered most to the seller, price or cash flow?
12:50 How do you create a win-win in seller financing deals?
17:48 What are the biggest benefits of custom deal terms?

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