The room was full, the conversations were sharp, and the collaboration across our industry was evident at the recent Lunch & Learn, “NOI to Exit: How Appraisers, Lenders, and Buyers Look at Storage Right Now.” Hosted at Keller Williams Realty East Valley, the event brought together professionals from across the self storage sector to discuss the realities shaping the market today.
We’re especially proud of our President, Tarik Williams, for representing TLW Construction on the panel. Tarik shared valuable insights from the construction side of the industry, addressing rising construction costs, current underwriting expectations, and how developers can strategically approach new storage projects in today’s lending environment.
With lenders, appraisers, developers, and operators all in the room, the discussion offered a well-rounded view of where the market is heading. Tarik’s perspective emphasized the importance of thoughtful planning, accurate cost forecasting, and collaboration across all parts of the development process to keep projects viable in an evolving market.
Events like this highlight the strength of the self storage community. When leaders come together to share real-world insights and practical experience, it benefits everyone—from developers breaking ground on new facilities to investors evaluating long-term opportunities.
We’re proud to see TLW Construction represented in these important industry conversations and look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and innovation of the self storage sector.
