In this edition of TSN Conversations Unplugged, Toy Storage Nation President Amy Bix probes questions about RV/boat storage investing with the help of Cushman & Wakefield’s Devin Beasley, James Reid of Investa Capital and Troy Bix, founder of Toy Storage Nation and Inside Self-Storage, and former president of Janus International Group’s R3 Division. Together, they offer their perspectives on the following questions and more.
- Why does investing in Class A RV & boat storage make sense?
- What’s the outlook for the market in 2025 and the years ahead?
- How does investing in RV & boat storage compare with markets like retail, multifamily housing, etc.?
- Why is now the time to get into RV & boat storage?
- If someone wants to invest in the market, but doesn’t want to develop and operate projects themselves, what opportunities exist–such as specific investment funds; contracting with developers and consultants, etc.?
- Any recommendations for finding funds looking for investors? Any tips on what to look for and how to evaluate opportunities
- Any recommendations on what to look for when partnering with a developer?
- Any recommendations when looking for a consultant to handle the process for you?
- What makes someone an attractive partner investor? What are the benefits of adding a partner/investor to a project?
Participants:
Devin Beasley
Executive Director Capital Markets | Recreational Property Advisors | Cushman & Wakefield
Contact: devin.beasley@cushwake.com
Troy Bix
Founder | Toy Storage Nation and Inside Self Storage, Former President | R3 | Janus International Group
Contact: troy.bix@toystoragenation.com
James Reid
CEO | Investa Capital, StorCo Storage and BBi Constructors, Host | Self Storage Club Clubhouse Group
Contact: James@InvestaCapital.com