Why We Build in Texas, Florida & the Carolinas | The AAA Storage Podcast #37

Join host Paul Bennett as he unpacks what truly drives demand in self-storage, debunking the myth that population size is the main factor. This episode explores the critical impact of domestic migration, the Six Ds of storage demand, and the importance of hyperlocal market analysis. Paul offers firsthand insight into standout states like Texas, Florida, and the Carolinas, sharing real-world examples of how growth, supply imbalances, and market corrections shape successful investments. Tune in for practical perspectives and proven strategies that set self-storage apart from the rest of the real estate landscape.Ready to talk about your investment strategy? Reach out at aaastorageinvestments.com New episodes every two weeks. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and send this to an investor in your network who needs to hear it. Chapters(00:00) What Drives Self Storage Demand(02:46) Balancing Demand and Supply Imbalance(04:02) Texas Market Focus and City Skirt Strategy(10:02) Understanding Rate Declines and Overbuilding(14:52) Market Corrections and Supply Pipeline(16:19) Florida’s Shifting Demand and Six Ds(20:30) Growth and Migration in the Carolinas(27:52) Gastonia Case Study and Area TransitionFollow and Connect with Us• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-storage-investments/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaastorageinvestments/• X: https://x.com/investments_aaa• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/AAA-Storage-Investments-LLC/61575027573292/Download our free guides to take your investing to the next level:10 Due Diligence Questions to Vet Any Real Estate Sponsor: https://www.aaastorageinvestments.com/info/10-due-diligence-questions-to-vet-any-real-estate-sponsorFirst-Time Real Estate Syndication Investor Checklist: https://www.aaastorageinvestments.com/info/first-time-real-estate-syndication-investor-checklist