April 2004


  • Phoenix, AZ:  $7,600,000; Development Site.  Contact Broker Affiliates Clifford Crowe/Mike McVay at 760-929-9700.

  • Atwater, CA:  $3,200,000; 47,950 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Ron Largent at 530-221-9672.

  • Michigan City, IN:  $600,000; 30,000 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Bruce Bahrmasel at 312-518-3550.

  • Michigan City, IN:  $1,150,000; 35,000 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Bruce Bahrmasel at 312-518-3550.

  • North Reading, MA: $1,595,000; Development Site.  Contact Broker Affiliate Joe Mendola at 603-668-7000.

  • Fremont, NH: $950,000; 30,001 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Joe Mendola at 603-668-7000.

  • Belen, NM: $375,000; 11,025 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Dave Laney at 505-855-7600.

  • Sumter, SC: $400,000; 8,700 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliate Dale C. Eisenman at 843-342-7650.

  • Denison, TX:  $897,000; 30,520 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliates Richard Minker/Tyler Trahant at 888-7-MINKER.

  • Grapevine, TX: $1,311,000; 38,500 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliates Richard Minker/Tyler Trahant at 888-7-MINKER.

  • Grapevine, TX: $1,200,000; 35,000 RSF.  Contact Broker Affiliates Richard Minker/Tyler Trahant at 888-7-MINKER.

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Argus Self Storage Sales Network Celebrates
10 Years of Business with a Bang!

Argus closed first quarter of 2004 with sales valued at $44 million.  The company sold 24 self storage facilities in 14 states, totaling 1,211,338 square feet.
 


Argus is pleased to announce its
largest sale of the year!

Broker Affiliates
Richard Minker & Tyler Trahant
of Richard D. Minker Co.

acted as Buyer Representatives in the acquisition of
The Storage USA Oklahoma City Portfolio


$18,425,000  ~  8 facilities  ~  4,240 units

by StoreRoom 2004, LLP
a Humphreys Capital LLC Acquisition


"Loose Cannons" on the Deck
By Michael L. McCune

We just got back from the SSA show in Atlanta and found that the crowd was generally of two minds.  The first expressed the optimism of newly minted self storage enthusiasts.  The second view was one of the more cautious, weathered owners.

The low interest rates and the lack of other good real estate investments have made the newcomers very interested in our small slice of the real estate world.  However, many others with more experience were beginning to wonder about such things as why rental rates were not going up as fast; why the winter slump in occupancies is hanging on; why the Yellow Pages weren’t working as well.

While these curiosities weren’t universal among the participants, the issue of interest rates was on everyone’s mind, experienced owner or novice investor.  Clearly, this was the issue of the day.  Of course, the direction of interest rates raised many questions such as: Will they go up?  If so, how fast?  Will rising interest rates lower valuations for self storage?  Will financing be readily available?  If so, will building slow down?

Obviously, each of the questions suggests an answer depending on your perspective.  However, what struck me about his convention was the number and importance of the unresolved or contingent issues facing the industry.  It was very apparent that almost everyone was aware that there are a lot of “loose cannons” rolling around on the deck of “the industry ship” that is charting its way through some rough and uncertain seas.  Dodging the “loose cannons” seemed to pre-occupy almost everyone.

Michael L. McCune, President of the Argus Self Storage Sales Network, can be reached at 303-785-6087 or via e-mail mccune@argus-realestate.com.
 

 

Treasuries. C'mon. Give us a break already!! Arcadia Capital tells us that is was another horrible week with new economic data pushing the seemingly super-volatile treasury markets over the top closing up, yet again. The LIBOR and trailing indices remain even providing some sort of relief, especially for those in adjustable programs. Rates keep on creeping up, but there are still tons of good deals out there to be had. Longer-term fixed for the refi crowd is slowing down a bit and shorter-term fixed and adjustables for the purchase crowd remain popular. 

Visit the website www.arcadiacapital.com to search through the majority of Arcadia's programs and get a quick idea of the best programs in the market today.  You can also contact Arcadia via e-mail info@arcadiacapital.com.

Congratulations to Argus
Broker Affiliate

Peter Hitler
of Investment Real Estate Specialists
on the sale of

29 East Mini Storage
in Weston, WI!
~~~~~~~~~~~
The Argus Self Storage Sales Network
"America's Self Storage Brokers"
1-800-55-STORE
info@argus-realestate.com


CADOS Property Group serves self-storage owners, investors, developers, and operators.  CADOS specializes in feasibility studies, market surveys, due diligence, property operation reviews, project management and full-service facility management.  With an executive level operations background with the largest self-storage REIT, district management level positions with local, regional, and national real-estate firms, and varied consulting assignments completed throughout the western states, CADOS Property Group is uniquely qualified to assist clients that are new to self-storage as well as established industry veterans. The company's goal is to provide each client with an unparalleled level of individualized service backed by an uncommon depth of experience and expertise. 

Contact Chris White at 626-403-0430 or visit the website at www.cados1.com.


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  • SSA Fall Conference & Tradeshow, September 8-11, 2004 in Las Vegas.  For more information or to register, visit the SSA website at www.selfstorage.org.
     

  • Inside Self Storage Expo, November 17-19, 2004 in Miami.  For more information or to register, visit the ISS website at www.insideselfstorage.com/expo.

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