147. Ryan Gibson on Navigating the Ever-Changing Self-Storage Market

Join us on the latest episode of Passive Investing from Left Field, as we dive deep into the world of commercial real estate investing with special guest Ryan Gibson, co-founder of Spartan Investment Group. Ryan, formerly an airline pilot turned real estate mogul, shares the turbulent journey of transitioning into the self-storage industry and the strategies that propelled him to success. Discover the exciting opportunities and hurdles of syndicated investments, the significance of transparent investor communication, and innovative ideas for generating passive income. About Ryan Gibson Ryan Gibson is a co-founder of Spartan Investment Group and a former airline pilot who made a successful pivot to real estate investing, focusing on self-storage. His entrepreneurial spirit was evident early on when he provided affordable housing for pilots through organized crash pads. Today, his expertise and leadership have contributed to the growth and resilience of his company amidst market fluctuations and financing challenges. Ryan also hosts the Passive Income for Pilots podcast, sharing valuable insights on building passive income. With a strong emphasis on managing investor expectations and capital preservation, his strategic approach to investment, particularly in ground-up development and value-added projects, has made Ryan a recognized voice in the passive investing community. Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation: 00:00 The Best Ever Conference 01:31 Tribevest Ad 02:03 Coming Up 02:22 Intro 02:40 Welcome to the show 03:43 Ryan’s journey into  real estate investing 07:45 What are pilot crash pads  10:36 How he got his start in real estate investing 11:50 Where is the market at right now 15:36 Disruption is good for self-storage 19:20 Who Is buying from who 21:21 Viking Ad 22:08 Rise 48 Ad 22:37Tyler Longview's portfolio 25:56 How he handles challenges 26:49 Buying multiple properties 32:43 Investor expectations 38:29 Types of development 43:57 Recommended podcast 44:41 Contact 45:03 Aspen Fund Ad 45:46 Vyzer Ad 46:31 Guest Overview 49:52 Outro 50:18 Disclaimer  Episode Highlights: 1.  Ryan Gibson, co-founder of Spartan Investment Group and former airline pilot, shares his journey from pilot crash pads to successful self-storage real estate investing and hosting a podcast for high-earning professionals. 2. The episode covers Ryan's experiences with the challenges of financing and selling properties in a fluctuating market and his strategic approach to overcoming those challenges including transparent communication with investors and prioritizing capital preservation. 3. Ryan discusses the intricacies of deal structuring and the benefits of ground-up development in the self-storage industry, highlighting how they manage risks and expectations as detailed in the Private Placement Memorandum. 4. Industry insights reveal that self-storage thrives on disruption and that the market conditions currently favor development projects, amidst issues such as decreased demand due to a slowdown in home sales and moves. 5. The significance of the self-storage market is emphasized with the business still being strong and attractive to investors, despite some portfolios facing struggles. This show is for entertainment purposes only. Nothing said on the show should be considered financial advice. Before making any decisions, consult a professional. This show is copyrighted by Passive Investing from Left Field and Left Field Investors. Written permissions must be granted before syndication or rebroadcasting. Resources Mentioned: Contact The Guest: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube  Avoiding Rookie Errors as a Left Field Investor: 20 Lessons Learned From 14 Years of Passive Investing in Private Syndications by Steve Suh Podcast Recommendations: Motley Fool Money The Walker Webcast All In Podcast Advertising Partners: Left Field Investors - BEC Tribevest Rise48 Aspen Funds GSP REI Spartan Investment Group Vyzer