8 Properties in Pipeline3 High-Motivation TargetsAvg Motivation Score: 726 Markets Tracked1 Active ConversationSun Belt FocusOff-Market Acquisitions Only8 Properties in Pipeline3 High-Motivation TargetsAvg Motivation Score: 726 Markets Tracked1 Active ConversationSun Belt FocusOff-Market Acquisitions Only

Self-Storage Investment
& Acquisition Platform

Building Value. Unit By Unit.

We acquire and operate self-storage facilities in growth and supply-constrained markets across the United States. Through disciplined underwriting, operational excellence, and strategic improvements, we create stable cash flow and long-term value for our investors.

The four pillars of
our platform.

Our Focus

Acquiring value-add and institutional-quality self-storage facilities with strong fundamentals and upside potential.

Our Approach

Drive revenue growth and operational efficiency through active management, technology, and strategic initiatives.

Our Commitment

Conservative underwriting, downside protection, and transparent communication aligned with investor interests.

Our Goal

Deliver consistent cash flow and long-term value appreciation through a diversified portfolio of self-storage assets.

How we
invest.

Target Markets

Growth-oriented and supply-constrained markets with strong demographics, population growth, and limited new supply.

Target Assets

Stabilized and value-add self-storage facilities, including under-managed properties, deferred maintenance opportunities, and sites with expansion potential.

Value Creation

Revenue optimization, occupancy growth, operational efficiencies, technology implementation, capital improvements, and ancillary income generation.

Disciplined Underwriting

Conservative assumptions, thorough due diligence, and focus on downside protection and long-term cash flow.

Why self-storage.

  • Recession-resilient asset class
  • Low management intensity
  • Strong historical performance
  • Favorable supply/demand dynamics
  • Multiple strategies: core, value-add, and expansion

What we target.

Deal Size$3M – $15M
LocationGrowth & supply-constrained markets
Property TypeSelf-storage facilities
StrategyValue-add, operational improvement, expansion potential
Hold Period5+ years
$350M+
Total Deal Value Underwritten
75+
Transactions Underwritten
$150M+
Debt Financing Analyzed
10+
Businesses Supported Through Acquisitions
5+
Years Self-Storage Investment Focus
“My experience in underwriting, operations, and building scalable infrastructure has prepared me to execute a disciplined investment strategy and deliver long-term value for investors.”
Joshua Ernst — Founder, YEM Acquisitions

What investors can expect.

IRR15% – 20%
Equity Multiple2.0x+
Cash Yield7% – 10%

Returns driven by NOI growth, cap rate expansion, and repositioning upside. Returns shown are targets, not guarantees. All real estate investments involve risk including loss of principal.

How we work together.

LPs provide 100% of equity
8% preferred return to LP investors
Profit split: 80% LP / 20% GP
Deal-by-deal GP/LP structure
YEM Acquisitions manages all acquisitions, operations, and execution

How we create
value.

01
Revenue Upside
  • ·Increase rents to market
  • ·Improve occupancy 70% → 90%+
  • ·Add income streams
02
Operations
  • ·Professional management systems
  • ·Centralized leasing & marketing
  • ·Data-driven pricing
03
Expansion
  • ·Build units on excess land
  • ·Reconfigure layout to maximize rentable SF
04
Land Upside
  • ·Identify zoning flexibility
  • ·Exit via entitled land sale or MF/mixed-use
  • ·Asymmetric upside

Markets we
target.

Southeast Growth Markets
Charlotte, NC
Raleigh, NC
Jacksonville, FL
Secondary Southeast corridors
Midwest & Secondary Markets
Columbus, OH
Cincinnati, OH
Madison, WI
Suburban Nashville, TN

Built on
expertise.

Commercial Real Estate Finance & Underwriting

Evaluated and underwrote $350M+ in commercial real estate transactions across multiple asset classes. Expertise in cash flow modeling, valuation, DSCR analysis, capital structuring, and investment risk assessment.

Operations & Infrastructure Leadership

Led operational initiatives and built infrastructure for a multi-entity acquisition platform. Oversaw vendor relationships, technology implementation, and system integrations.

Self-Storage Investment Experience

Developed institutional-grade underwriting models for self-storage acquisitions. Extensive market research across growth and supply-constrained U.S. markets.

Our
differentiators.

Focused Strategy

Cash flow + value-add + land arbitrage combined in a single, disciplined platform.

Downside Protection

Multiple downside protections through income-producing, hard assets.

Scalable Platform

Designed to grow into a multi-asset portfolio and future fund, with investor-aligned performance structure.

Get In Touch

Let's talk
self-storage.

Whether you're a property owner, prospective investor, or potential partner — we're always interested in a conversation.

LocationWoodmere, New York
Websiteyemacquisitions.com