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Live-Video Monitoring and Self-Storage

Live-video monitoring is a new risk-management solution for self-storage operators. The advanced security technology helps to reduce theft and ...read more

ISS Expo Early-Bird Deadline Approaches

Early-bird registration discounts for the 2015 Inside Self-Storage World Expo expire on Feb. 2. The event will take place at the Paris Hotel & ...read more

Is It OK to Call Your Customers ‘Boss’?

What a self-storage manager chooses to call a prospect before the person’s name is learned or any kind of rapport is developed can create ...read more

Money Stolen: Ways Managers Can Protect Themselves

After money goes missing, a self-storage manager turns to the community for help on preventing it from happening again. See their advice in this ...read more

4Q 2014 Metropolitan Statistical Area Reports

The 4Q 2014 Metropolitan Statistical Area Reports contain information regarding income, expenses, occupancy, supply, rental rates and concessions ...read more

8 Storage Companies to Watch in 2015

Eight independent self-storage companies are highlighted in this ISS News Desk as the ones to watch in 2015. SpareFoot, an online marketplace for ...read more

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Early-Bird Registration Deadline Approaches for 2015 Inside Self-Storage World Expo

Early-bird registration discounts for the 2015 Inside Self-Storage World Expo expire on Feb. 2. The event will take place at the Paris Hotel & Resort in Las Vegas, April 6-9. The early-bird rates allow attendees to save $275 on the Premium Package, $150 on the Education ...More
2 weeks ago Posted in News
Self-Storage Door Manufacturer Janus Hires Vice President of Business Development

Janus International Group LLC, a manufacturer of self-storage roll-up doors and building components, has hired Terry Bagley as vice president of business development. Bagley has 14 years of experience in the storage industry including 12 years at self-storage software ...More
2 weeks ago Posted in News
ISS Expo Education Helps Self-Storage Professionals Become the 'Top Dog' in Their Market

The education program for the 2015 Inside Self-Storage World Expo in Las Vegas will provide resources and tools professionals need to gain a competitive edge. Whether you’re new to the industry or a veteran, you’ll learn fresh stuff to immediately improve your ...More
2 weeks ago Posted in Articles
6 Reasons to Switch to Online Self-Storage Auctions

There are a number of salient benefits to holding your self-storage auctions online rather than on site. Here are six reasons to consider making the switch. ...More
2 weeks ago Posted in Articles, Management
Let Us Guide(book) You Through the Game of Self-Storage

When playing a game, it’s important to know the rules that will help you maneuver effectively and influence the outcome. Each participant needs to know the game’s background, the objectives and how to achieve success. Our 2015 Guidebooks provide this information ...More
3 weeks ago By Teri Lanza Posted in Blog
Finger Lakes Self Storage in Waterloo, NY, to Add 4 Buildings

Finger Lakes Self Storage in Waterloo, N.Y., which opened in June, plans to add four buildings to its property this year as part of its second development phase. The new structures will be built on an adjacent parcel of land the owner purchased at the same time as the ...More
3 weeks ago Posted in News, Development
U-Haul Buys Apache Self Storage in Tempe, AZ

U-Haul Co. of Metro Phoenix and the East Valley has acquired the former Apache Self Storage facility in Tempe, Ariz., and rebranded it as U-Haul Storage of Tri-City. The property at 1905 E. Apache Blvd. is being renovated and will be remotely operated by U-Haul of Tri-City, ...More
3 weeks ago Posted in News
Self-Storage REIT Extra Space Buys Bradenton, FL, Property for $5.1M

Self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT) Extra Space Storage Inc. recently purchased a storage building and 3.7 acres of land in Bradenton, Fla., for $5.1 million. The company already occupied the 49,850-square-foot building at 1930 Cortez Road W., according to the ...More
3 weeks ago Posted in News, Real Estate
UK Self-Storage Operator Big Yellow Releases Third-Quarter Financial Results for Fiscal 2015

U.K. self-storage operator Big Yellow Group PLC released operating-performance results for the third quarter of its 2015 fiscal year, which ended Dec. 31. The company reported revenue of £21.3 million for quarter, up 16 percent from the same quarter a year ago. ...More
3 weeks ago Posted in News, Finance
8 Guidelines for Choosing Your Self-Storage Management Software

Researching management software for your self-storage business may seem overwhelming and confusing. Here are eight simple guidelines for choosing a program. ...More
3 weeks ago Posted in Articles, Management, Technology