Learn how to structure self-storage deals whether you're investing solo or partnering up. This guide breaks down roles, equity splits, seller financing, and creative funding strategies so you can confidently scale your storage portfolio.

The 3-Option Offer is a proven negotiation strategy in self-storage investing. By presenting sellers with three flexible options—including seller financing—you increase your chances of closing deals while reducing risk and boosting ROI. At StorageLife, we teach investors how to structure offers, use balloon-payment mortgage calculators, and scale successfully in the self-storage business.

In self-storage investing, knowing how to present an offer range the right way can give you a major edge. This guide breaks down the offer range strategy to help you make stronger self-storage offers, build trust with sellers, and close more deals—with insights straight from our self-storage mentorship program.

Self-storage investing doesn’t have to be complicated. At StorageLife, we teach simple and fair partnership structures that help new and seasoned investors alike close more deals with confidence. Learn how to structure deals based on capital, sweat equity, and deal sourcing—and why focusing on deal flow is the most important first step.

Quickly size up a self-storage deal using back-of-the-napkin math. Start with gross income, estimate expenses (30–40% if actuals aren’t available), then subtract to get your Net Operating Income (NOI). Divide the NOI by your target cap rate to estimate value. This fast method helps self-storage investors make smarter decisions on the fly without needing a full spreadsheet—perfect for first looks and quick deal screening.

New to self-storage investing? This beginner’s guide breaks down the full underwriting process—from gathering data and analyzing rent rolls to estimating expenses and projecting equity growth. Learn how to assess deals using real numbers, avoid common mistakes, and build long-term wealth through smart, simple underwriting. Perfect for everyday investors using their own capital—no syndication required.