Hidden Goldmine You're Driving Past Every Day with Joe Downs - Episode 356

Think self-storage is just a bunch of metal doors and padlocks? Think again. In this episode, Curtis May sits down with Joe Downs, co-founder of The Belrose Group, to reveal how this overlooked asset class is creating both active and passive income streams for savvy investors.   Discover the "niches within niches" strategy Joe uses to find untapped opportunities, why self-storage thrives in any economy, and the simple steps to go from curious investor to facility owner.   Whether you're looking to diversify your portfolio, replace your income, or build generational wealth, this conversation will change how you think about real estate investing.   Most people think of self-storage as just rows of metal doors… but what if I told you it's one of the most recession-proof, cash-flow-rich investments out there?   Let's get into it.   Highlights The importance of cash flow over net worth. Reinventing business strategies in the face of industry changes. Comparing self-storage to multifamily and hotel investments. Self-storage as an overlooked yet lucrative investment. The emergence of self-storage education and mentorship. Leveraging tools like SBA loans for storage investments. Practical advice for those interested in starting a self-storage business. Investing using whole life insurance policies. The mindset needed for entrepreneurial success. Exploring diverse niches within the storage industry. Opportunities in self-storage in the current economic climate.   Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.practicalwealthadvisors.com https://www.practicalwealthsolutions.net/ Email Curtis for a free report - [email protected]  Call his office - 610-622-3121 ERC Tax Credit - https://ercspecialists.com?fpr=curtis75 Schedule a call with Curtis: https://aptwithcurtis.as.me/Strategysession CashFlow Mapping: https://practicalwealth.cashflowmapping.com/lp/PWbudgetsstink  Connect with Joe Downs LinkedIn:  joe-downs-7990851  Phone number: 610-283-0944 Email address: [email protected]  https://www.belroseam.com/  https://www.belroseam.com/us-mortgage-resolution  Special Listener Gift Schedule a 15-Minute Call with Curtis: https://aptwithcurtis.as.me/Strategysession   Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here   Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Click here to subscribe with Apple Podcasts  Click here to subscribe with Spotify Click here to subscribe with RSS