World Expo

This presentation will look at the good, bad and ugly aspects of building multi-story self-storage. Our speaker will share construction insight based on 20-plus years of industry experience, including what works, what doesn’t work, and guidelines to help you save time and money. He’ll talk about important considerations to make when building a multi-story site including tenant needs, land utilization, curb appeal, structural requirements, additional construction costs and life-safety issues. This seminar will cover the topic of building multi-story projects from preliminary design through opening day.

Whether you’re thinking about building a new self-storage facility or buying an existing one, developing a detailed feasibility study and acquisition due-diligence report is essential to your success. Getting a loan for your project can be difficult, but it’s almost impossible without solid feasibility and due-diligence information. During this seminar, our speaker will lead you through the critical steps and decision points of the development process to answer the question: Does this site or project meet my investment objectives? Attendees will receive a detailed checklist to help them navigate the development journey.

Think a depressed economy means no opportunity for self-storage development? Guess again. During this seminar, our presenter will discuss the pros and cons of building in today’s economic climate. He’ll address the issues of land costs, materials supply and costs, labor supply and costs, and current and future market conditions. You’ll hear about what your competitors are and aren’t doing, and the risks and rewards of current financing options. While you’re in Vegas, take the time to calculate the odds. Is it a bigger gamble to build or to wait? It's your turn to bet!

Whether you’re a self-storage novice or a veteran, you know the importance of proper site layout—it’s the delicate balance between maximizing your land and meeting the market’s needs while turning a healthy profit. This seminar takes a close look at how to capitalize on your site’s potential. You’ll learn alternative methods of site layout as well as how to determine when to build multi-story buildings, incorporate climate control, and offer drive-up access.

Auto dealerships, department stores and obsolete warehouses are examples of great self-storage conversion opportunities. Adapting an existing building offers investors a fast and relatively easy way to create a new storage business, and changing a property’s use to self-storage can be extremely lucrative; but conversions also have unique challenges and drawbacks. In this session, our presenter will discuss how to find and evaluate potential facility locations, detailing the cost and construction process. He’ll also teach you the top five site-selection criteria for conversions and how to use them.

Looking to grow your self-storage business but lack the financing or skills structure to do so? The down economy has had an impact on the self storage real estate market, but savvy investors are finding that great deals are readily available. During this seminar, our speaker will share ways you can buy self-storage facilities with little to no cash out of pocket, including self-directed IRAs, master leases, syndications, LLC member exchanges and others. This is a must-attend session for all active investors who want to take advantage of the upcoming wave of bargain properties that will be available in 2010.

Get an introduction to solar-electric (photovoltaic) systems and how they can be adapted to your self-storage operation during this interactive, informational seminar. Our presenters will explain what solar-electric systems are, how they work and their basic components. You’ll get information on the benefits of installing a solar-electric system, including federal, state and local tax incentives, utility-rebate programs, and financing and grant opportunities. Finally, you’ll have the chance to ask any solar-related questions you have, even those pertaining to a specific project. If you are a self-storage developer or owner, don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the advantages of renewable energy.

Self-storage developers and owners nationwide have begun to embrace solar technology for their new and existing projects, finding it has financial as well as ecological benefits. In this informative seminar, you’ll get a clear understanding about the economics of adapting renewable energy, including real-world and first-hand data on existing solar self-storage facilities. Our presenters will showcase operational facilities as well as one in development, outlining the costs involved. They’ll show a breakdown of expenses vs. tax incentives, grants, and rebates. They’ll also show existing and potential revenue streams as well as the breakeven points and return-on-investment analysis for each project.

Green building is a top consideration for many self-storage owners and developers these days. How do you accomplish it? What are the pros and cons? Is it worthwhile? Find out from a seasoned self-storage builder who received his LEED Professional Accreditation thought the Green Building Certification Institute. Our speaker will discuss how “green” relates to our industry, focusing on specifics such as solar energy, landscaping, paving, cool roofs, insulating and recycled materials. You’ll get information about tax deductions, credits and rebates available for energy-efficient buildings. Learn more about the advantages and challenges, and how you can make green building work for you!

One person’s trash is another’s profit. That’s what recycling is all about! Now is the time for self-storage operators to expand the use of their facilities, claim this added revenue, and join the green revolution―all while garnering positive public relations. Learn how to run an on-site recycling center and create a drop-off program for electronic waste (computers, televisions, etc.). Our presenter will teach you how to find and partner with certified recyclers and create attention-getting, recycling-related fundraising events. By becoming a recycling site, you can bring in additional revenue and an ongoing stream of potential customers.