About

A commercial real estate investment brokerage firm

Acacia Strategies is a commercial real estate brokerage company that offers advisory services and investment sales to Utah self-storage owners and operators. We work with all types of investors including developers, REIT’s, high net worth individuals, mom and pops, and financial advisors. The company is dedicated to helping self-storage owners achieve the highest possible returns by offering the best strategy relevant to their goals. Whether the goal is to hold and increase revenue for years to come, or to sell for the highest possible price, Acacia Strategies helps owners form the strategy that best maximizes their profitability.

When working with Acacia Strategies, there is no obligation to sell. If the clients goal is to hold, we offer the strategic solution that helps them to find the right strategy to implement that increases their revenue. Assisting our clients and helping them to shape their personal strategy in an advisory capacity without any obligation to sell has resulted in trust and a higher ratio of repeat business and satisfied clients. We are here to help our clients push value, so that when the time comes to sell, they give us a chance to bid for the business.

Jason S. Smith

Principal Broker/Founder
Self-Storage Investments

Jason began his career in commercial real estate in April of 2006 with one of the largest investment firms in the nation. During his tenure there Jason closed over two hundred million in his chosen product type, self-storage. He has consistently been recognized as a top producing agent in his office and the number one self-storage agent in Utah since 2008. In March of 2016, Jason founded Acacia Strategies, a firm dedicated to helping investors achieve the highest returns possible through unparalleled experience in the Utah self- storage arena. Whether the goal is to hold, buy, or sell, Jason’s experience can provide the strategy that ultimately helps his clients to reach the best and most lucrative decisions regarding their property. As a result of this strategy, Jason has sustained long-term relationships with his clientele and continues to maximize their profitability.

Jason grew up in Park City, Utah and graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in English. Before graduating, Jason was fortunate to travel the world and liked the acacia tree while spending time in the Serengeti. Acacia trees provide shade, shelter and food for animals of the Maasai Mara. Jason interpreted this as providing protection, care and support for his clients. Jason resides in Park City, Utah with his wife and four children.

Jason represented us in the sale of our 329-unit self storage property. After our initial meeting, he was able to put together a first-class marketing package in a short amount of time. Through Jason's wide network of potential buyers, we received 11 offers within days of listing the property for sale. We ultimately closed with a cash buyer in less than a month. Jason know self storage inside and out, and is a consummate professional. He will be our first call the next time we need help with self storage real estate.

Troy Peterson AAA West Valley Storage
My experience in working with Jason and Austin was amazing. They are the most knowledgeable agents in the Self Storage industry. Their knowledge and expertise have been invaluable to me and my partners. I would highly recommend working with them.

Ryan Jacobs Safe & Sound Storage
My career in real estate development started in the mid 1980s. During all of those years, I worked with many professionals in the business, as well as some that were not so professional. In 2012 I was contacted by Austin Livingston. He was inquiring to see if I had any interest in selling my storage facility in Salt Lake City. I brushed him off to some degree, and told him to check back with me in a few months. We repeated this back and forth several times. I admired his tenacity and his soft but persistent approach. Eventually, I listed my facility with him and Jason Smith. I asked tough questions, they had good answers, they both know what they are doing. They soon found a buyer and we had a contract. Some zoning issues with the city delayed the closing for nearly a year. Jason and Austin just remained patient and held the deal together. Their perseverance paid off and we closed the sale. A fair transaction for all parties. I would work with them again for sure.

Brad Tregemba 1st Choice Storage