Fund Friday E71: Turning Empty Space into Passive Income with Joseph Woodbury

In this conversation, Craig McGrouther interviews Joseph Woodbury, the CEO and founder of Neighbor, a unique storage and parking marketplace. Joseph shares his journey from a traditional career in finance to entrepreneurship, detailing how Neighbor allows homeowners to rent out extra space for storage and parking.

The discussion covers the vetting process for hosts, the flexibility of rental durations, and how property operators can maximize revenue through ancillary income. Joseph also highlights the potential for capital improvements and the growing demand for storage solutions in the real estate market.

Joseph Woodbury discusses the current state of the self-storage industry, emphasizing its resilience and low distress rates compared to other real estate sectors. He highlights the importance of innovative strategies for property monetization and the need for property owners to adapt creatively to market changes. Craig and Joseph also cover the impact of rising interest rates and economic cycles on real estate investments, as well as insights into the venture capital landscape and the growth strategies for his company, Neighbor.


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