Concerns have emerged this year regarding investments in Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, a self-storage-focused Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) sponsored by SmartStop Self Storage REIT. Investors are facing possible losses, as shares have recently traded below their initial value in the secondary market. Below, Soreide Law Group will provide a quick summary of the investment, potential concerns for investors, and how a securities attorney might assist those affected.
Overview Of SSGT III
Strategic Storage Growth Trust III is an investment vehicle that SmartStop Self Storage REIT sponsors. As a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), Strategic Storage Growth Trust III tries to provide investors with a means to invest in the self-storage sector across the United States and Canada.
Evidently, the trust raised capital from investors through a Regulation D private placement. This means that it offered securities not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Instead, accredited investors who met certain financial criteria purchased these securities. The funds raised were then used to acquire and develop self-storage properties. Ultimately, these properties aim to generate income for investors through rental revenue and appreciation in property value.
Investor Concerns About Strategic Storage Growth Trust III
Recent developments have raised concerns among investors regarding their investments in Strategic Storage Growth Trust III. Shares in the secondary market are reportedly being offered at prices below their initial value, indicating a loss of investor confidence and potential financial losses.
Risks Of Investing
Investing in Strategic Storage Growth Trust III carries several risks. Namely, Regulation D private placements are inherently risky due to their lack of regulatory oversight and liquidity. Unlike publicly traded securities, private placements often require investors to hold onto their investments for an extended period until a liquidity event occurs, such as the sale of the underlying assets or a public offering.
Also, the high upfront commissions and fees associated with these investments can further erode potential returns. Investors may also face the risk of substantial losses if the self-storage properties underperform or if the market for self-storage real estate declines.
Additionally, securities brokers and financial advisors who recommended these investments could be liable for sales practice violations if they failed to perform adequate due diligence, made unsuitable recommendations based on an investor's profile, or misrepresented the risks associated with the investment. In some cases, they may have breached their fiduciary duty by prioritizing their commissions over the best interests of their clients.
Did You Sustain Losses By Investing In Strategic Storage Growth Trust III?
Did you suffer financially through investing in SSGT? You could get in touch with Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 and talk with a securities lawyer concerning a possible recovery of your investment losses. Soreide Law Group investment loss recovery lawyers help individuals throughout the United States, work on a contingency fee basis, and advance all costs.