Advantages and Disadvantages of Self-Storage

Rows of self-storage units representing the advantages and disadvantages of self-storage investing

  Self-storage facilities might look like little warehouses with rows of garage doors, but they’re actually one of the most popular — and overlooked — investments in America.

Why? Because self-storage is both a business and a piece of real estate. That means you’re buying cash flow, appreciation, and an operating company all in one.

In this lesson, Doc shares why self-storage can be such a strong investment, highlighting:

  • Advantages: leverage, favorable tax treatment, passive income, appreciation potential, lower development costs, and flexible rent increases.

  • Disadvantages: month-to-month rental agreements, uneven income streams, and the need for careful management.


Your LIFE SUCCESS WORK™

  • Watch the video below (first 4 minutes of the lesson).

  • Scroll down and click the green “Tell Me More” button. On the next page, scroll to the bottom to find the free version of the program—or choose the full version if you’re ready to dive in.

  • Write down one advantage and one disadvantage of self-storage you hadn’t thought of before.

Understanding both sides of the investment will prepare you to decide if self-storage is a fit for your strategy.

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