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Self-storage facility buyer — family-owned and operated

Why Self-Storage Owners Sell to Family Storage Holdings

​​We're not a REIT, we're a family — and we know exactly what it took to build what you have.


For over a decade, we ran a business of our own — late nights, early mornings, clients we cared about, and a team we were responsible for. When we decided to sell, we learned firsthand how much the right buyer matters.

 

That's why we're here. Whether you're ready to sell today or just wondering what your facility is worth, we'll have an honest conversation — no pressure, no games, no corporate run-around.

Meet the Team

Why Owners Choose Us Over REITs

Big buyers move slow, change terms, and don't return your calls after the LOI. We're different — not because we say so, but because we've built businesses ourselves and know exactly what's at stake when you hand over the keys.

Doug and Andrea Vansoest, self-storage investment advisors — 350 real estate transactions

Real Operators

 Our advisors Doug and Andrea have closed 350+ transactions and operate 5  facilities. Your deal's reviewed by people who've done it.

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Certain Financing

Our capital is committed before we make an offer — so you can plan your retirement around a real date, not a contingency.

The Unfried family — the people behind Family Storage Holdings acquisitions

Family Decision Making

There's no investment committee. We say yes, we're moving. You'll know where you stand in 24 hours.

Family Timeline

2011 / Founded Digital Marketing Agency

Josh and Rebecca establish a family-run digital marketing agency dedicated to helping grow brands people love.

2014 / Won "Hubspot Partner Agency of the Year"

The agency experienced rapid growth due to its effective modern marketing strategy. It expanded operations to cater to some of the biggest and most recognized consumer brands by utilizing Hubspot, an-in-one, AI-driven customer relationship management (CRM) platform that helps businesses thrive by consolidating marketing, sales, and service efforts in one centralized hub.

2020 / Sold to CMO of 24 Hour Fitness & P.E. 

Their achievements within the health and fitness sector caught the attention of prominent industry figures, which ultimately resulted in Josh and Rebecca deciding sell the agency.

2025 / Pivoted to Self-Storage Acquisitions

Josh and Rebecca leverage their marketing and operational expertise to collaborate with storage real estate investors and friends, Doug and Andrea Vansoest, in launching Family Storage Holdings, Inc. – a new family-operated self-storage business. Meet the team!

Storage Facility Seller Resources

Everything you need to understand your options, know what your facility is worth, and make a confident decision on your own terms.

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A plain-English guide written for the owner who built their facility the right way and wants to exit the same way. Covers how your facility is valued, what buyers actually look at, common deal-killers, and how the process works from first conversation to funded close. Free download, no obligation.

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Find out what your facility is worth in under 3 minutes. Enter your square footage, occupancy, and monthly revenue and we'll show you a cap-rate-based value range using current market benchmarks for your state — the same math buyers use when they underwrite a deal. No sales call required to see your number.

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Practical articles written for self-storage owners who are thinking about their next chapter. Market trends, valuation guidance, deal structure basics, and what's actually happening in tertiary markets across the Mountain West. No noise — just information that helps you make a better decision on your own terms.

About Working With Us

We're not a REIT, a broker, or an investment committee — we're a family with committed capital and a track record you can verify. Here's what sets us apart and what you can expect from the moment you reach out. Learn more about us.

Need more details? Contact us

We are here to assist. Contact us by phone, email, or via our social channels.

© 2026 Family Storage Holdings, Inc. is a family-owned venture specializing in self-storage acquisitions.

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