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Evaluating Self-Storage Investments

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Course Objectives

Using two case studies, you'll take a deep dive into analyzing both the acquisition of an existing self-storage facility and the development of a new one. All spreadsheets will be available for you to use in your own work after the course.

This course will be helpful to brokers looking to assist clients with self-storage transactions, as well as investors seeking to purchase or develop self-storage.

Course Description

Course Description

Self-storage continues to attract investors based on its favorable yields and a solid track record of performance even through the last recession. The secret to successful investment in this simple, yet often misunderstood, asset class is understanding the key strategies and metrics for effective analysis and valuation. In this 90-minute online, instructor-led course, you'll receive an overview of the industry and a detailed blueprint for analyzing this unique property type.

CE Disclaimer:

To maintain their real estate licenses in the state(s) where they operate, real estate agents and brokers need to participate in defined amounts of continuing education (CE). These requirements are set forth in state laws and are administered by state real estate commissions. The specific requirements, time frames, and due dates vary considerably across states.

Are you interested in CE credit for real estate or CPA license renewal? If you're unclear whether this course qualifies for CE in your state, please review our CE page and verify this approval with your state’s real estate commission. 

For additional questions about CE credit, please email cecredit@ccim.com.

Tech Requirements
Tech Requirements

This course may require the use of a laptop or desktop computer with full Excel capabilities. Mobile devices, like iPads, tablets, and cellphones, will not run CCIM Institute's macro-enabled spreadsheets.

PC: Microsoft Office 2000 or higher is necessary to run the CCIM Institute macro-enabled spreadsheets.

Mac: Mac versions of Microsoft Office 2004, 2011, 2016, or 365 are required to run the CCIM Institute macro-enabled spreadsheets.

Browser: CCIM Institute courses are optimized for use with the Google Chrome web browser.

Course Tuition
Member Price
$119
For Members
Realtor Price
$139
For Realtors®
Non-member Price
$159
For Non-members
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