In this episode of Millionaire Mindcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Chris Long, who transitioned from single-family real estate to the booming world of storage yards. He turned a $200K investment into a $2.4M profit by solving a problem in the industrial real estate space. Learn how he leveraged his background as a contractor, created a scalable business model, and built Longyards into an international brand. If you're looking for unique investment strategies outside of traditional real estate, this episode is a must-listen!
(00:10) Chris Long’s journey from contractor to real estate investor
(01:49) Why he moved away from single-family rentals
(03:15) How he structured his first storage yard deal
(04:42) The financial model that turned $200K into $2.4M
(06:08) The difference between truck parking vs. storage yards
(08:34) How to evaluate land for storage yard investment
(15:43) Navigating zoning laws and financing options
(20:05) Chris's long-term vision for Longyards
Connect with Chris Long:
Website: http://longyards.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislongyards/
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