Best Self Storage Automation Podcasts (2025)

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308. How to Run a Small Self Storage Facility (and Automate It!) 56:14

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Investing in small self storage facilities is how almost everyone gets started. It’s where we began investing and probably where you did (or will), too. But sometimes small is a little too small. With too few doors, your expenses can quickly outweigh your revenue. Too big and you need to hire a manager. What’s the “sweet spot” in square footage tha…

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EP06: He Almost Quit… Then He Closed His First Self-Storage Deal 56:40

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Mario Quintero almost walked away from self-storage before he ever closed a deal. Doubts, setbacks, and the pressure to quit nearly drove him to quit. But instead of giving up, he stayed the course, and it led him to his very first storage facility. In this episode of Storage Wins, Mario opens up about his journey from skepticism to success. He sha…

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310. Complete Walkthrough of Our Newest Self Storage Purchase (Financials) 53:32

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Today we’re giving a complete financial walkthrough of our newest self storage investment. From purchase price to rental income, return numbers, and how we’re funding it, this is a complete breakdown of a facility that could very well be bringing in $1,000,000/year in the near future. This was not only a deal but a steal, and proves that there are …

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EP05: From $0 to $5.1M – My Playbook for No-Money-Down Storage Deals 19:44

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Think you need a mountain of cash to buy your first storage facility? Think again. In this episode, Alex Pardo breaks down how he acquired over $5.1 million worth of self-storage without using a single dollar of his own money. You will learn the real strategies behind SBA financing, seller carryback deals, private money partnerships, and even how h…

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Marketing that Matters with Tyler Suchman 41:17

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Tyler Suchman, founder of The Storage Agency, shares how local SEO, Google Ads, and a partner-first approach drive smart, sustainable growth in self-storage. With a background spanning sports media, music, and tech startups, Tyler has built a marketing agency serving over 300 facilities nationwide. He walks us through aligning marketing spend with …

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309. Self Storage Demand 101: Know What (and What Not) to Buy 51:47

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Self storage demand—quite frankly, the most important factor when buying a self storage facility. Get it wrong, and you could lose tens or even hundreds of thousands when you sell. Get it right, and you’ve got cash flow, huge value-add potential, and the formula for a winning facility. This is the make-or-break of self storage, and even the newest …

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EP04: The Simple Checklist That Got Me My First Storage Deal 32:39

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When it comes to finding a storage deal, there are two types of people: those who chase everything, and those who know exactly what they’re after. The problem? Most people fall into the first category: burning time, energy, and resources on deals that never really fit their goals. In this episode of Storage Wins Podcast, Alex Pardo shares the simpl…

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EP03: If Self-Storage is So Great...Why Am I Sharing It 13:41

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What if the real reason you're not growing isn't a lack of information but a lack of purpose? In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo tackles a question he’s been asked more than once: “If storage is so great… why share it?” He revealed the real reasons that truly drive this business and how it can fund your passion. He explained why giving bac…

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EP02: Top 10 Reasons Why I Chose Self-Storage (And Why It Might Be Your Best Move Too) 25:13

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Burned out from flipping or wholesaling? Tired of chasing deals every month and feeling like your business owns you instead of the other way around? You are not alone, and there’s a smarter path forward. In this episode of the Storage Wins Podcast, Alex Pardo shared the 10 reasons to go all in with self-storage and why it is often overlooked as the…

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EP01: From Burnout to Breakthrough - How I Found Freedom in Self-Storage 32:16

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What if the business you worked so hard to build ends up taking more from you than it gives? In today's episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo shares the vulnerable story behind why he walked away from a seven-figure wholesaling operation and how that decision opened the door to a life and business that finally felt right. If you have ever hit a wall …

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EP00: Start Here - Who We Are, What We Do, and How This Podcast Will Transform Your Life 6:09

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What if the fastest path to true financial freedom isn't flipping more houses, grinding in a business that owns you, or endless hours chasing leads? In this kickoff episode of Storage Wins, host Alex Pardo shares why self-storage is the smartest way to build cash flow with less chaos. After leaving a corporate job, building a seven-figure wholesali…

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InstaShow Plus Founder Al Romero on Automated Secured Showings 56:07

13d ago56:07

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Al Romero, founder of InstaShow Plus, real estate veteran, and tech innovator, explains how his platform automates and secures property showings, a need amplified by the pandemic. He presents how Instashow Plus offers robust identity verification for viewers, integrating with smart lockboxes and optional cameras for enhanced security and detailed a…

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EP809: One Last Episode… And A Powerful New Beginning 11:05

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After 809 episodes and nearly a decade of showing up every week, The Flip Empire Show is coming to a close—but this is not the end. It’s the beginning of something bigger. In this heartfelt farewell episode, Alex Pardo reflects on the journey of building a podcast from scratch, why he's rebranding the show into The Storage Wins Podcast, what this t…

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307. Then vs. Now: How the Self Storage Industry Changed 50:06

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The self storage industry is changing once again. A new cycle has already emerged, and we’re back to a familiar era of lower occupancy—but with it come better deals to be found. The market is drastically different from when we first started in the 2000s. Still, whether you’re a brand-new self storage investor or a massive private equity firm, the f…

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EP808: How to Use the Big, Beautiful Bill to Save Thousands in Real Estate Taxes with Kaden Hackney 45:38

28d ago45:38

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Wondering how to legally shrink your tax bill and grow your wealth through real estate? This episode breaks it all down. CPA and tax strategist Kaden Hackney joins us to demystify the “Big, Beautiful Bill” and share practical tax-saving strategies for real estate and self-storage investors. From bonus depreciation to recapture, entity structures, a…

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How Smart Automation Drives Growth for Storage Owners with Nate Kinet of SafeLease 38:54

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Nate Kinet, Chief Revenue Officer of SafeLease, shares how insurance, automation, and reputation management reshape self-storage performance. Nate blends a decade of tech-driven insurance experience with deep storage knowledge, showing us how to turn compliance headaches into meaningful revenue and stronger customer trust. Key Takeaways: (02:00) Ma…

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The Hidden Complexity of "Simple" Self Storage with Jackson Stevens from Sparebox Technologies 1:11:43

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Welcome back to Self Storage Lab, the podcast where we deconstruct how operators are adapting to today’s technology-driven landscape—and what it means for the future of the industry. This episode’s guest is Jackson Stevens, co-founder and CEO of SpareBox Technologies. From classical musician to building one of the most operator-informed tech stacks…

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306. $350K/Year Cash Flow from Our FIRST Self Storage Development (How We Did It) 51:30

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What goes into a self storage development deal? You’re about to find out! Today, we’re breaking down the first self storage facility we ever built—everything from the property’s financials and the construction timeline to how we ultimately turned a $4.3-million project into a $13-million self storage business that generates over $350,000 in annual …

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EP807: The Most Lucrative Way to Get Into Self-Storage 23:47

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Think you need big money or years of experience to get started in self-storage? Think again. In this tactical solo episode, Alex Pardo shares how he made $150,000 wholesaling a storage facility without ever taking title. He breaks down the exact steps to wholesale storage deals ethically, profitably, and creatively, even if you’re brand new. KEY TA…

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305. Self Storage Secrets from 20+ Years of Ownership (100+ Facilities!) w/Kenny Pratt 1:02:00

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Want to increase revenue at your self storage facility? Want tenants who will stay the longest and pay the highest rents? Today’s guest owns over 20 self storage facilities and has managed more than 100. He’s so good at what he does that we’ve even brought him on to help with our bigger facilities. In this episode, he shares his playbook for attrac…

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How Data-Driven Decisions Are Reshaping Self-Storage with Adam Jarrell of American Self Storage 38:10

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Adam Jarrell, Partner and General Manager of American Self Storage, shares how a background in multifamily real estate shaped his approach to self-storage. From building internal tools like QuickPay links and predictive gate access analytics to adopting business intelligence platforms, Adam outlines how curiosity, data fluency, and a focus on reduc…

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EP806: The Rate Gap Sniper Method: How to Spot Hidden Opportunities in Storage Deals 15:51

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Want to find killer self-storage deals others overlook? This episode walks you through the “Rate Gap Sniper Method,” a simple strategy to find hidden opportunities buried in plain sight inside broker offering memorandums (OMs). From vending machine conversions to overlooked competitor comps, Alex breaks down how to train your brain and your eyes to…

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304. Appraisals 101: How to Value a Self Storage Facility (Step-by-Step) w/Tim Garey 47:24

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Want to know how to value a self storage facility? Stick around and we’ll show you! In this episode, seasoned appraiser Tim Garey breaks down the entire valuation process—and shows you how to get the right valuation. With more than twenty years of experience, Tim oversees a team of thirty appraisers nationwide at Cushman & Wakefield’s Self Storage …

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EP805: How I Got Paid $250k to Buy a Storage Facility (And You Can Too) 13:23

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Forget what you’ve heard, you don’t need your own cash to buy real estate. In this solo episode, Alex Pardo reveals how he got paid $250,000 at closing to buy a self-storage facility and how one of his coaching clients did the same. If you want to learn how to raise capital, structure deals, and build wealth without using your own money, this episo…

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Beyond The Hype: Building Useful AI in Self Storage 53:28

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Welcome back to Self Storage Lab, the podcast where we deconstruct how operators are adapting to today’s technology-driven landscape—and what it means for the future of the industry. This episode is a throwback to the early days—with just Mason, Rodolfo, and Kyle at the mics. Together, they unpack where we really are in the AI timeline, why some bu…

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303. Building a Self Storage Facility in 2025: What to Know Before You Start 59:28

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Building a storage facility may be easier now than it has been in the past five years. With so much of the competition out of the market, top-tier building companies are completing projects faster. And with higher tariffs on pause, now may be one of the best times to lock in pricing before they rise again. But maybe this is your first storage facil…