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Self-Storage Development 101: Building a Profitable Property


Walk through the complete development process in this session that draws on real-life examples. Topics include site selection, project size, land costs, facility design, unit mix, engineering and more.
$19.00

 
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Speaker: James Bratton, President, MST Constructors/Akamai Real Estate Investments
Duration: 46 minutes

Self-Storage Development 101: Building a Profitable Property
Walk through the complete self-storage development process in this session that draws on real-life examples and a series of insightful "what if" scenarios. You'll learn how to use assumptions to make decisions regarding project size, land costs, facility design and construction. Our presenter will discuss single-story development, multi-story buildings and "big box" conversions. Attendees will walk away with a firm grasp of what they need to develop a profitable self-storage property.

You will learn:

  • How to evaluate potential sites, choose one that meets your long-term objectives, and determine an effective land cost
  • The process to determine if your chosen property can be developed economically
  • How to design and engineer your site for value and profit
  • How to determine facility size, unit mix and competition
  • How to avoid change orders, control quality and anticipate the length of construction

This product is also available in DVD format, or as part of one of the following discount DVD packages: