The only feasible way for my numbers to work out is if I “self manage” the marketing aspect.

When you say building storage units, are you referring to construction?

Have to love Self Storage rewards.  

Are there any good general guidelines for evaluating the relative attractiveness of an STR for the so-called Loophole strategy to shelter W2 income?   Not sure if it's something that can be generalized, but curious to...

Self storage specifically.  

For the $215K storage unit, small commercial loans can be tough to find, so try local banks, credit unions, or SBA lenders.

We sold our largest self storage location.

I’m based in Maryland and work primarily in site feasibility, land development, and structural review for infill and subdivision projects around the Baltimore–DC corridor.

*I understand the risk with the family dynamic, but legally and realistically, I'm wondering if this is feasible*I'd like to obtain a multifamily property and in my local market it just doesn't seem obtainable without a low-down payment.

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