Hearthfire Storage Partners

Maximizing Your Self-Storage Investments with Tailored Expertise

Strategic Solutions Designed by Storage Owners, for Storage Owners

Tackle Challenges with Confidence

The self-storage industry is booming, but growth brings complexity and competition. Private owners often face two difficult choices:

  • Industry Growth: The self-storage industry is booming, but with growth comes complexity and more sophisticated competition.

  • Missed Profits: Leaving potential income on the table.

At Hearthfire Storage Partners, we offer a smarter solution tailored to your needs.

Tackle Challenges with Confidence

Our Solutions: Designed by Owners, for Owners

We specialize in customizable consulting services to ensure you stay in control while maximizing your returns.

Tailored Services

Solutions crafted for your unique challenges.

Cost-Effective

Save up to 90% compared to traditional third-party management fees.

Full-Cycle Support

Partner with us at every stage, from development to operations.

Our Expertise: Full-Cycle Support

Development Advisory

Feasibility studies
Project management
Value-add assessments
Vendor selection
End-to-end project oversight

Operational Advisory

Marketing strategies
Property audits
Revenue management
Staffing solutions

Investment Advisory

Acquisition analysis
Debt and equity strategies
Exit planning

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Why Choose Storage Partners?

Industry Expertise: Our team consists of experienced self-storage owners and investors.

Proven Results: Maximize profitability while staying in control of your investment.

Mission-Driven: Empowering self-storage owners to thrive in a competitive market.

Industry Expertise

Invest Smarter, Operate Smarter

Partner with Hearthfire Storage Partners for strategic solutions and expert execution that maximize your self-storage returns.

Meet the Team

At Hearthfire Storage Partners, success starts with expert leadership and deep industry knowledge.

Together, we’ve developed, managed, and advised on hundreds of successful projects, and we’re ready to do the same for you.

Michael Baillargeon

Chief Operating Officer, Head of Hearthfire Storage Partners

Mike brings over two decades of self storage leadership experience, with wide ranging responsibilities that have included operational management as well as third party and asset management.

Career Journey
Most recently, Mike led the rapid growth of the Store Space Storage portfolio as the Senior Vice President of Operations. Prior to that, he served for three years as a key member of the third party & asset management teams at Extra Space Storage in Salt Lake City, Utah. Earlier in his distinguished career, Mike served fifteen years in a variety of field operational roles for both Extra Space Storage and Public Storage.

Education
Mike is a graduate of The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Jeffrey White

Senior Asset Manager

Jeff has over 25 years of commercial real estate asset management and
transactional experience, across multiple asset classes, including office,
retail, and self-storage.

Career Journey
Jeff’s self – storage pedigree includes roles as the Senior Director of Real Estate at CubeSmart and the Managing Director of Acquisitions at Go Store It, where he led growth efforts through property acquisitions totaling over $400 million in direct investments and $700 million through joint ventures. He has also managed successful property dispositions valued at over $370 million. Previously, Jeff worked as an Asset Manager for CubeSmart’s Third Party Management team, acting as the primary liaison between clients and the company, and was responsible for the operational and financial performance of properties. He oversaw the annual budgeting process and the onboarding of new managed properties. Earlier in his career, Jeff held various roles in analyst, asset management, and transactional capacities with Grubb & Ellis, GMS Realty, LLC, and The Rubenstein Company. Additionally, he co-owned, built, and operated three Sport Clips men’s hair salon franchises for ten years before successfully selling the business.

Just for Fun
In his personal life, Jeff was actively involved in his children’s activities when they were younger, participating in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and soccer. Now that his children are grown, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, dining out, and attending country music concerts together.

Peter McDaniel

Director of Construction

Pete brings over 22 years of experience leading real estate development and construction, for public and private clients across laboratory, health care, education, stadium, government and civil sectors. Pete loves development and construction and is driven to deliver maximum efficiency and accuracy in his work.

Career Journey
Most recently, Pete led development efforts for Extra Space Storage, across the US Midwest and Northeast regions. He started his career by working for a general contractor where he successfully managed large, multi-story, multi-million-dollar projects for multiple different government and private clients. This experience allowed Pete to gain knowledge from several different owners and developers before making the change to work directly for the owner (developing entity).

Education
Pete has a degree in Construction Science from the Texas A&M University – Commerce.

Just for Fun
In his free time, Pete spends the majority of his time with his partner Marissa and their three children Tucker, Ellen, and Brody. They enjoy going to any type of live event: from sports, to a play, comedy show, music festival, or the local fair. Pete also enjoys spending time outdoors, golfing, skiing, and traveling as long as it includes relaxing by the pool, lake, river, or beach.

Dan Paetzold

Senior Construction Manager

Daniel Paetzold, our esteemed Senior Construction Manager, has a rich career spanning over 22 years. He has been at the forefront of real estate development and construction across various sectors including retail banking, disaster recovery, residential new construction, and self-storage entities. His career journey is both diverse and impressive. He recently served as a project manager consultant for Extra Space Storage, overseeing projects across the US Midwest and Northeast regions. His career began with several nationally ranked homebuilders, where he successfully managed large-scale single-family and multi-family housing developments. His portfolio also includes roles as a Senior Program Manager for disaster recovery programs in New Jersey and Texas, and a key role in overseeing retail renovations for TD Bank.

Education
On the academic front, Daniel holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in business administration from Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ.

Certification
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Just for Fun
When he’s not managing construction projects, Daniel loves spending quality time with his wife, Stephenie, and their three children, Jack, Molly, and Henry. He is a proud parent, often seen cheering on his children at youth sports events and school band performances. A hands-on dad, Daniel also coaches his children’s baseball, basketball, and football teams. An outdoor enthusiast, Daniel cherishes his time at the Jersey Shore or cheering for the Phillies at a baseball game.

Hearthfire Income Fund I

  • 7-10% Preferred Returns
  • Flexible Commitment
  • Monthly Payouts