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EP47: The Money You Need for Your First Storage Facility Is Already in Your Phone with Chad Harris

Storage Wins

Release Date: 01/26/2026

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Storage Wins

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel shift back into action mode as momentum continues to build. With a stronger mindset and clearer priorities in place, the focus becomes simple: consistent execution. Not perfect execution. Not overthinking. Just doing the work that moves deals forward.   As Dan continues having conversations, submitting offers, and staying active in the market, the results begin to compound. What once felt uncertain now starts to feel predictable—not because the deals are guaranteed, but because the process is.   Alex reinforces the idea...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel take a step back from tactics and dive into something even more important: how to pursue your first deal without losing sight of what matters most. As Dan gets closer than ever to closing, the pressure begins to build—and with a new baby on the way, the tension between business and life becomes very real.   This conversation goes beyond self-storage and into the internal game every entrepreneur faces. The fear of not moving fast enough. The comparison to others. The belief that more time equals more success. And the pressure we...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel break down what they call the “secret weapon” for standing out in a competitive deal environment: the buyer info sheet. As Dan continues building momentum and getting real traction with sellers and brokers, this one-page document becomes a key factor in shifting how others perceive him—from just another unknown buyer to someone credible, relatable, and capable of closing.   What makes this conversation powerful is how simple the strategy is—and how few investors actually use it. While most buyers submit offers that are...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel unpack a painful but powerful lesson: a deal that slipped through Dan’s hands that would have produced over six figures in annual cash flow with no money out of pocket. What makes this moment so impactful isn’t just the loss—it’s the realization that the deal was misunderstood, not unavailable.   They break down exactly what went wrong in the analysis, how focusing too narrowly on one exit strategy caused Dan to overlook a highly profitable opportunity, and why understanding multiple deal paths—especially long-term cash...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel walk through the current state of Dan’s deal pipeline, including one opportunity that’s verbally accepted and moving toward contract, and another that requires deeper analysis to determine if it’s actually worth pursuing.   As the conversation unfolds, Alex highlights the importance of clarity—specifically having a defined Buy Box Blueprint—and how that clarity allows Dan to quickly identify when a deal fits his long-term goals versus when it should be positioned as a wholesale opportunity. This distinction becomes...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel break down a major milestone in the journey: Dan officially gets his first self-storage facility under contract. But what makes this moment even more powerful isn’t just the deal—it’s the shift in thinking that made it possible.   After completing a full time audit and validating that his days are focused on the right activities, Dan shares how tracking his time, doubling down on revenue-generating actions, and staying consistent led to real traction. From there, the conversation shifts into the breakthrough that unlocked...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo coaches Dan Wentzel through a live deal situation involving a small self-storage facility where the seller verbally accepted an offer but is now reconsidering after speaking with his spouse. Together, they break down what’s actually happening beneath the surface of the negotiation and how investors should respond when sellers hesitate or ask for more money.   Rather than focusing purely on numbers, Alex explains the importance of leverage, positioning, and communication. He walks Dan through how to frame conversations with sellers, why it’s...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo challenges Dan Wentzel to confront one of the biggest hidden obstacles investors face: lack of intentional control over their calendar. After reviewing the previous week, it becomes clear that progress isn’t just about knowing what actions to take—it’s about protecting the time required to execute those actions.   Alex explains why operating without a clear plan is like being a leaf in the wind—reacting to whatever comes your way instead of intentionally directing your week. Together, they unpack the importance of structuring your...

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In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel have a candid conversation about what happens when life gets in the way of progress. After building momentum with several promising storage opportunities, Dan hits a week where things slow down and the rhythm breaks.   Instead of ignoring it, Alex uses the moment as a coaching opportunity to talk about resilience, mindset, and how successful investors respond when plans get disrupted. They unpack why resistance is inevitable when you commit to a goal, how to remove emotional pressure from the process, and why consistency always...

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If episode eight was about creating leverage and increasing deal flow, episode nine is about building the systems that keep deals from slipping through the cracks.   In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo continues coaching Dan Wentzel as momentum begins to build. Dan now has multiple legitimate storage opportunities in his pipeline, and the conversation shifts from simply generating leads to managing them effectively.   Alex walks Dan through the importance of having a clear lead intake process, a consistent follow-up system, and a structured way to track offers and key...

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If you’ve ever said, “I can’t buy storage because I don’t have the money,” this episode will completely rewrite your beliefs. I sat down with my friend Chad Harris, a private money expert, to show you why the capital you need is already sitting in your phone’s contact list. You’re not asking people for money, you’re offering them the chance to become the bank.

We unpack the exact mindset shifts, conversation frameworks, and step-by-step strategies to help you attract private lenders who are eager to fund your first storage deal, even if you have no experience, no money, and no track record. If raising capital has ever felt intimidating, this episode is your fast track to confidence, clarity, and cash.

You’ll Learn How To:

  • Find and attract private lenders hiding in plain sight
  • Start meaningful conversations without being salesy
  • Build credibility even if you’ve never done a deal
  • Offer people a secure way to grow their money in real estate
  • Remove the last excuse keeping you from your first facility

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • [0:00] Why the biggest thing stopping you isn’t money, it’s belief
  • [2:12] The true identity of your ideal private lender (hint: they’re everywhere)
  • [5:15] How to stop “asking” and start offering an opportunity
  • [8:47] Chad’s powerful story of raising money in a personal crisis
  • [11:15] Why you must cast a vision and take on the identity of an investor
  • [14:52] A simple 3-step intro to share what you do and attract interest
  • [17:04] The best way to raise money before you have a deal
  • [21:46] Return of capital vs. return on capital: Why this distinction matters
  • [28:50] The “indirect ask” strategy that gets lenders to self-select
  • [32:23] Two types of social media posts that will attract your first lender

Who This Episode Is For:

  • Storage investors stuck on the “I don’t have money” hurdle
  • First-timers afraid to ask others to fund their deals
  • Anyone who believes they don’t know the “right people”
  • Aspiring buyers ready to raise capital and close with confidence

Why You Should Listen:

The biggest buildings in every city are owned by banks, and there’s a reason for that. When you understand how to raise private money the right way, you unlock the same power to build wealth without using your own capital. This episode gives you the roadmap to make that happen, starting today.

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