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Investing in self storage gives you the fundamentals and growth you need to grow your portfolio. But skip the opportunities from golf buddies and gurus—invest in a real track record. Started by John Muhich in 1993, AAA Storage has delivered 19% IRR across 90 deals, totaling $450M in exits. Listen to our expert insights on investing from the AAA Storage team. See more at aaastorageinvestments.com.
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Multifamily and Self-Storage Market Outlook 2025 (plus PassivePockets Conference Reaction)
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In this episode of The AAA Storage Podcast, Paul Bennett unravels the current dynamics of the multifamily and self-storage markets. Fresh from the PassivePockets conference, Paul shares insights from thought leader Brian Burke on the real estate sector's trajectory through 2025. Explore the influence of the 2008 financial crisis patterns on today's…
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Join Paul Bennett to discuss the dynamics of Growth Fund 2, a promising investment venture emerging from the success of Growth Fund 1. This episode dives into the strategic approach of moving from single property syndications to a well-structured fund model, providing a synthesis of expertise in self-storage and office industrial flex investments. …
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Investing in Self-Storage Amid Market Turmoil
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In Episode 11 of the AAA Storage Podcast, host Paul Bennett discusses the current market turmoil and its implications for self-storage investing. Amidst recent fluctuations in the markets, they dive into how these changes impact alternative investments, particularly focusing on self-storage facilities. Paul brings his extensive experience to explor…
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In this enlightening episode of the AAA Storage podcast, Paul Bennett explores the nuanced world of self-storage investment with a focus on hyper-local market dynamics. We discuss the intricacies of supply and demand, emphasizing the importance of geographic specificity in self-storage performance. Tune in to discover essential strategies for evalu…
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Navigating Economic Cycles in Self-Storage
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In this episode of the AAA Storage podcast, we explore how to navigate economic cycles within the self-storage industry, featuring insights from Paul Bennett. With expertise spanning several decades and economic downturns, Paul shares his experiences weathering financial storms from the 2008 crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dive into the strategies…
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2025 Market Outlook and Investing Wisdom feat. Paul Shannon
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In episode 8 of the AAA Storage Podcast, we explore the 2025 market outlook and dive into the world of passive real estate investing with special guest, Paul Shannon. Shannon, an accomplished real estate expert and co-host of the Passive Pockets podcast, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of passive investments and commercial real estate…
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In this episode of the AAA Storage podcast, Paul Bennett discusses the intricacies of the capital stack in real estate investing. He breaks down the components of senior debt, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and common equity—discussing their risk profiles, returns, and why certain tranches might appeal to different investors. With decades of rea…
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Understanding Cap Rates, Yield on Cost, Development Spread, and IRR
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In this episode of the AAA Storage Podcast, we discuss the intricate details of real estate investing, focusing on crucial financial metrics like Cap Rates, Yield on Cost, Development Spread, and Internal Rate of Return (IRR). With expert insights from Paul Bennett, we explore how these metrics help investors evaluate properties and predict potenti…
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Behind the Scenes of Leasing and Managing a Self-storage Facility
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In this episode of the AAA Storage Podcast, Paul Bennett and David Luce, the VP of Operations at AAA Storage, explore the intricate details of leasing and managing self-storage facilities—topics rarely uncovered in the industry. David explains the evolution of management practices over the past decade, the role of technology in operations, and prov…
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Investing in Office and Industrial-Flex Real Estate
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In this episode of the AAA Storage Podcast, Paul Bennett takes us through the significant value to be found in investing in office and industrial-flex real estate. Paul elaborates on the synergy between self-storage facilities and office industrial flex properties, highlighting the advantages these investments bring to a diversified portfolio. This…
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The Future of Self-Storage: Trends and Opportunities
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In this episode of the AAA Storage Podcast, we discuss the future of self-storage investments with expert Paul Bennett. Explore trends shaping the industry, such as the rise of institutional influence and the impact of economic factors like interest rates and home sales activity. Listeners will gain valuable insights into why self-storage remains a…
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How to Get Started with Self-Storage Investing
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In episode 2 of the AAA Storage podcast, Paul Bennett outlines the essentials of getting started with self-storage investing. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Paul Bennett shares his expertise on how high-net-worth individuals can transition from residential to commercial real estate investments. The episode provides valuable insig…
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In the inaugural episode of the AAA Storage Podcast, we sit down with Paul Bennett, the president of AAA Storage and managing director of Growth Fund One. We discuss the compelling reasons to invest in self-storage—a sector marked by its resilience and efficiency. Paul's extensive experience in real estate syndication offers a look into the strateg…
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