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The Academy Presents podcastHow TIFs and Tax Tools Fuel Real Estate Growth with Bill Kanatas & Benjamin SalzbergCurious how tax incentives and self-storage development intersect to shape thriving communities? In this episode of The Academy Presents Podcast, Angel speaks with Bill Kanatas and Benjamin Salzberg about the strategy behind self-storage development, community revitalization, and the financial tools investors can leverage to maximize returns. From exploring Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Opportunity Zones to cost segregation and bonus depreciation, the conversation breaks down real-world applications that impact both investors and local economies. With their backgrounds as educators turned developers, Bill and Ben bring a relatable and tactical perspective to complex investment structures, while e...2025-07-2517 minThe Academy Presents podcastThe Power of Tax Increment Financing in Real Estate with Bill Kanatas & Benjamin SalzbergWhy do some cities return tax dollars to developers instead of keeping the revenue? In this episode, Bill Kanatas and Benjamin Salzberg delve into Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and its impact on development projects. They break down how developers partner with municipalities to breathe life into underdeveloped areas — and how they can get reimbursed for contributing to that growth. From understanding the risks to clarifying how these tax structures work, this conversation sheds light on a financial mechanism that most real estate investors have heard of, but few truly understand. [00:01 - 03:50] The Basics of...2025-07-2316 minThe Academy Presents podcastSelf-Storage Strategy: Ground-Up Growth in a Shifting Market with Bill Kanatas & Benjamin SalzbergWhy are two seasoned developers turning their focus to self-storage, and what makes this niche so powerful in a shifting economy? In this episode of The Academy Presents: Real Estate Investing Rocks, Angel Williams welcomes Ben Salzberg and Bill Kanatas, co-founders of Self Storage Developers. With backgrounds in engineering, finance, and decades of commercial real estate experience, Ben and Bill break down why they shifted into self-storage, what sets their approach apart, and how they navigate everything from zoning to construction. The discussion also dives into their development philosophy, how their teaching experience shapes their l...2025-07-2118 min
Property Profits Real Estate PodcastThe "Merchant Builders" of Self-Storage: Benjamin Salzberg + Bill KanatasWhat if your next investment could be in self-storage—not just as a space saver, but as a serious wealth builder?
In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau dives into the self-storage development world with Benjamin Salzberg and Bill Kanatas, founders of SelfStorageDevelopers.com. These two seasoned pros are not just constructing buildings—they’re designing what they call "wealth vehicles" for their investors.
Ben and Bill break down their merchant build model, why they prefer building from the ground up, and how their projects appeal to REITs and sophisticated investors alike...2025-07-1518 min
The Source of Commercial Real EstateDeveloping Self Storage for Public REITs with Bill Kanatas and Ben SalzbergConnect with Bill and Ben:https://self-storagedevelopers.com/Email and phone number found in the episode. Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools. 2025-07-0838 min
The REI Diamonds Show-Real Estate Investment PodcastSelf Storage Development With Ben Salzberg & Bill KanatasBill Kanatas and Ben Salzberg, are experienced real estate developers, specializing in Class A facilities, often involving the repositioning of closed, dark spaces or ground-up construction. Their strategy is primarily that of a merchant builder, aiming to develop and sell these properties within a three to five-year window after stabilization. They highlighted the importance of community engagement and building trust with municipalities during the entitlement process, especially when addressing concerns about new developments. A key to their success in the Chicago area, despite its high property taxes, has been securing tax incentives, such as the 7B designation, and developing...2025-06-2847 min
Millionaire MindcastSelf Storage Investing 101 - How To Succesfully Build And Operate Self Storage Properties For Big Profits | Bill KanatasIn this week’s episode of Millionaire Mindcast, host Matty A. sits down with Bill Kanatas, a leading self-storage developer with over $100 million in projects under his belt. Bill shares his incredible journey from being a residential real estate broker to becoming a powerhouse in self-storage development and operations. Tune in to learn: How Bill got started in real estate and transitioned into storage What makes self-storage such a powerful asset class How he built a team of 30+ and scaled to institutional-level partnerships Deal structures and strategies that fuel ra...2025-05-1241 min
The Historic Lynwood PodcastONCE AN ENEMY, Chapter 11ONCE AN ENEMY, CHAPTER 11Moving quickly towards reconciliation, Howard hikes to Mt Emily where he has a date with destiny, his dark night of the soul. Nobou has created a dojo, workmanlike and utilitarian, in the warehouse of his hardware store, its only embellishments a life-size statue of a Samurai in full battle gear and a rack of ceremonial kanatas, and their shorter, sister blades, the wakizashi. After store closing, Nobou and his apprentice engage in a no-holds-barred session withe the bamboo sticks. The Master delivers lessons in fighting, life, war, and honor.A...2024-07-2217 min