Real Estate Investment Guides

Real self-storage income numbers: revenue per square foot, NOI by facility size, what owners net after debt service, and units-per-acre math for 2026.

How self-storage investing works in 2026: unit economics, what facilities cost, how to value them, financing, risks, and how to analyze your first deal.

Step-by-step self-storage deal analysis: economic occupancy, expense ratios, NOI, cap rate, DSCR, and the red flags that kill storage deals.

Complete due diligence checklist for buying a self-storage facility: financials, physical inspection, market study, legal, and operational handoff.

How to finance a self-storage facility: bank and credit union loans, SBA 7(a) and 504, CMBS, seller financing, and what lenders require in 2026.

Should you buy an existing storage facility or develop new? Compare costs per square foot, lease-up risk, timelines, and returns for each path.

A sober look at self-storage in 2026: post-COVID rate normalization, supply saturation, REIT competition, and where small investors can still win.

What the marketing leaves out: competing with institutions, navigating regulations, managing climate risk, and planning your exit.

A beginner's guide to mobile home park investing: what you own, how the business model works, and whether it might be right for you.

The advantages, risks, and ethical considerations of investing in mobile home parks.

Where to find mobile home parks for sale: brokers, marketplaces, direct mail, and off-market strategies.

Step-by-step guide to analyzing a mobile home park deal: key metrics, valuation, and red flags.

Complete due diligence checklist for mobile home park acquisitions: infrastructure, documents, and inspections.

How to finance a mobile home park: bank loans, agency lending, seller financing, and SBA options.

How to value a mobile home as a park investor: retail, wholesale, and underwriting values, depreciation math, and serial-number lookups.

How to compete with private equity and institutional buyers in the mobile home park market.

Week-by-week playbook for your first 90 days after buying a mobile home park.

Mobile home park exit strategies: sell vs refinance, preparing for sale, timing your exit.

Climate risk in mobile home park investing: floods, hurricanes, wildfires, and insurance implications.

Mobile home park regulations by state: rent caps, notice requirements, and tenant protections.

Understanding mobile home park residents: what they want, what drives complaints, and how to operate well.

The mobile home park insurance crisis: coverage challenges, market changes, and due diligence requirements.