Self-Storage Facilities
Self storage continues to gain popularity for both homeowners and renters, with almost 40% of Americans having used or plan to use self storage in the near future. Self-storage presents an attractive investment opportunity due to its resilience and steady demand. In 2008, amid the Great Recession, most REITs suffered losses, but self-storage showed a positive 5% return, according to the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT). Self storage facilities have the lowest default rate of any commercial real estate asset class!
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Low Operating Costs
Self-storage units have relatively simple building structures with fewer maintenance needs than other commercial real estate.
Short-Term Leases
Operating on short-term leases can be beneficial during unstable economic conditions because it allows owners to adjust rental rates more frequently.