Inside Self Storage: Features/Columns

3 Keys for a Successful Self-Storage Content-Marketing Campaign

Online marketing and search engine optimization (SEO) used to be all about banner ads, paid-link building, e-mail campaigns and pay-per-click. While those things are still used, to be truly relevant to today’s consumer, self-storage operators must add strategic content ...More

22 hours ago

Posted in Articles, Management, Marketing

Safety Hazards and Bodily Injuries Self-Storage Operators Share Personal Experiences

As one of their many tasks, self-storage operators must guard against accidents that can occur on the property to tenants, visitors and staff. Threats like faulty access gates and malfunctioning unit doors not only pose a threat to people's physical safety, they can become ...More

2 days ago

Posted in Articles, Management

Is Your Market Ready for New Self-Storage Development? Factors to Consider Before Buying Land

With increasing land costs and escalating city and county building requirements, self-storage developers are getting more creative at finding sites on which to build. This article outlines considerations for acquiring a parcel for self-storage. ...More

4 days ago

Posted in Articles, Construction, Development

Self-Storage Design Study: Inventive Use of Space, by Janus International

When Christopher Zupsic of Portland-Pacific LCC, a private real estate investment firm, decided to turn an empty building in downtown San Francisco into a self-storage facility, he turned to Janus International for help in designing some very creative spaces. StoragePro of ...More

6 days ago

Posted in Articles, Construction, Development

Guarding Against Self-Storage Perils: Facility Managers Deter Crime and Ensure Personal Safety

Operating a self-storage facility shouldn't be a perilous job, but it can involve certain dangers, particularly if you live on site. Every operator faces the potential of crime and safety hazards that can threaten facility staff and tenants. In this article, self-storage ...More

2 weeks ago

Posted in Articles, Management

Keeping a Self-Storage Facility Safe for Tenants and Employees

One of the basics of operating a successful self-storage facility is ensuring it's crime-free and safe for staff and tenants. By incorporating these six safety and security measures, operators can protect their facility from the bad guys while keeping employees and tenants ...More

2 weeks ago

Posted in Articles, Management

A Macro Look at Today’s Self-Storage Market and the Factors Affecting Occupancy, Revenue and Facility Value

Real estate expert Ben Vestal takes a macro look at today's self-storage market including occupancy, revenue, property value and lending, making a few predictions for the rest of the year. He references at factors such as the U.S. economy, population mobility, consumer ...More

2 weeks ago By Ben Vestal

Posted in Articles, Finance, Real Estate

Re-Designing a Self-Storage Facility: Renovations Add Curb Appeal and a Competitive Edge

While changes in management and marketing can help a struggling self-storage facility, sometimes the only way to attract new customers and stay competitive is through a proper re-design. From roof to the doors, learn how renovations can improve curb appeal and profit. ...More

2 weeks ago

Posted in Articles, Construction

The Benefits of Online Self-Storage Auctions

Online self-storage auctions are quickly gaining traction due to their convenience and benefits for facility operators and auction bidders. Find out how these auctions work and why they can be equally if not more effective than traditional onsite auctions. ...More

3 weeks ago

Posted in Articles, Legal Issues, Management

6 Blog Marketing Tips for Self-Storage Operators

Social sharing and blogging can help your self-storage facility’s website rank higher in online searches and attract new customers. Here are some efficient and effective ways to add a blog component to your website. ...More

3 weeks ago

Posted in Articles, Management, Marketing

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