Let’s assume you need to get your property looking good quickly. Maybe you have a bank inspection or a critical date for launching your marketing campaign to fill vacant homes. When you want to make major improvements in property appearance fast, here are some methods that cost very little but have a big impact and, in many cases, will last for a decent amount of time.

Managing a property successfully requires more than just meeting basic expectations. It’s about refining the smaller details that set apart good managers from truly exceptional ones. While many managers can handle the essentials, it’s the ones who invest an extra 10% effort that elevate a property’s standards to an extraordinary level. Here’s how to identify, support, and retain managers who can make your property stand out.

Thorough due diligence is non-negotiable when purchasing an RV park. Without it, you risk stepping into a minefield of legal, financial, and operational challenges. While some discoveries during this process are manageable, others are absolute deal-breakers. Here's a closer look at the major red flags that should send you back to the drawing board.

Saying 'no' isn't always easy. For many, it's a word associated with negativity, often feeling like it's shutting the door on opportunity. But in the world of self-storage investments, understanding when and how to say 'no' is essential for successful dealmaking. It's a tool as crucial as 'yes,' laying the foundation for wise and profitable decisions.

If you were to ask which type of billboard offers the highest return on investment in today's market, the answer would be clear: wallscapes. These unique billboards combine massive visibility and prime locations with minimal structural costs—a winning formula for high returns.

What if you could have a customer simply point at a QR code and be instantly connected to your manager’s cell phone where they could rent them a unit or answer a question? It’s possible today and a company called Liveswitch is making that happen with technology that’s been tested and used at the Superbowl and MLB games. In this video discussion, Frank Rolfe talks to James Hatfield from Liveswitch about how this QR service could act as an important tool for self-storage management at a reasonable price.

“More Than The Law Should Allow” we interviewed two guys who built a large portfolio of mobile home parks while holding down full-time jobs as practicing attorneys. They review how they found these deals, financed them, turned them around, and operate them using efficient time management.

When you are buying or operating an RV Park you get no shortage of people giving you their input. But which ones should you listen to? In this RV Park Mastery podcast we’re going to review the methodology required to sort such "experts" into those who are worthy of listening to versus those that should be disregarded.

Understanding The "Crocodile Defense" Maybe it’s a slip-and-fall claim or someone who make the false assertion that you sold their unit for non-payment in contradiction to the law. Regardless of the problem, a smart move is to adopt the "crocodile defense". In this Self-Storage University podcast we’re going to review what this means and how you can use this theory to better your odds of prevailing

Thoughts On "Founder Mode" Elon Musk is known to go into a period of intensity when he starts a business called "founder mode". It’s all about time management and focus. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we're going to review what “founder mode” is and you how can adopt its attributes to further your billboard business.

All businesses need to listen to their customers in order to better serve their needs–and mobile home parks are no different. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we’re going to review the intricacies of getting fair and balanced resident input to help better steer your mobile home community.

In this short video Frank Rolfe – who has ranked as high as the largest private owner of billboards in Dallas/Ft. Worth – discusses where the sign industry current is at and where the opportunities are today. If you have thought about building, buying and operating billboards as an additional income stream, or a full-time career, then this video will answer many questions on this topic.

There is one rule that defends the rights of mobile home park owners more than any other: legal-nonconformance, also known as “grandfathering”. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we’re going to review why property rights are strong regardless of the state the park is located in, and why “grandfathering” is so hard for some city officials to comprehend and enforce fairly.

As a mobile home park operator, you'll inevitably face decisions about whether to repair or replace aging mobile homes. Making informed choices is crucial, as missteps can lead to significant financial losses.

For many investors, an RV park can be more than just a business—it’s a pathway to a fulfilling and financially rewarding venture. When carefully selected, an RV park investment can lead to substantial returns and a business environment that’s a joy to operate. Here are some key aspects to consider when looking for an RV park that promises steady growth and satisfaction.

Self-storage facilities that have reached foreclosure often end up at auction, where the lender seeks a fresh start with a new owner. Auctions are designed to provide a quick sale to the highest bidder, aiming to recoup as much of the loan as possible. While the bank might achieve higher returns by listing the property traditionally, the time and cost involved make the auction route more appealing, even if it’s not always in the lender's best financial interest.

When it comes to beauty, some look to luxury cars, but there’s a distinct appeal in assets that generate steady income. For me, one standout example is the classic wooden billboard sign. It might lack the sleek lines of a Ferrari, yet its straightforward design and reliable returns make it a truly valuable investment. 

Warren Buffett is the most successful stock investor in American history. And, as an RV Park owner you can easily match and beat his performance metrics. In this RV Park Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the legacy of the “Oracle of Omaha” and why it’s not that hard to beat his rate-of-return with this unique real estate sector.

You don’t have a deal until both parties have signed. So what do you do when the seller is dragging their feet? Is there a way to push them along? That’s the focus of this Self-Storage University podcast, in which we explore the methods available to get the seller to get out their pen and actually sign your deal.

After you’ve gone to all the trouble of getting your billboard ground lease signed up, you want to take all the steps possible to protect your creation, right? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore two different ways to better safeguard your ground lease and how to get those accomplished.

This year's Presidential election is probably the most stressful of all time as both parties could not be more diametrically opposite with platforms that share no commonality. However, regardless of who wins there is good news: not much is going to change. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review why you will be fine regardless of who win, so you can stop being upset about it.