Inside Self Storage: Features/Columns

Maximizing Space in Self-Storage Design: The Office, Drive Aisles and Two-Story Ramped Sites

Architecture is said to be all about the manipulation of space. In self-storage, it’s about the manipulation of “spaces” and everything that connects them. This article focuses on ways developers can maximize a self-storage site including the management office, drive aisles ...More

April 12, 2013

Posted in Articles, Development

Full Speed Ahead: Inside Self-Storage World Expo Attendees Cruise Toward Success

Self-storage professionals from around the world displayed renewed industry enthusiasm at the 2013 Inside Self-Storage World Expo in Las Vegas, April 2-5. Developers and potential investors gleaned information about building trends and discussed plans with vendors, while ...More

April 10, 2013

Posted in Articles

Running Your Self-Storage Facility From Your iPhone: Tips From a Pittsburgh Facility Owner

A founder and owner of City Center Self Storage in Pittsburgh shares the top five ways he and his partners and facility managers use iPhones to provide excellent customer service and make day-to-day management easy. ...More

April 6, 2013

Posted in Articles, Management, Marketing, Technology

Keep Your Eye on the [Self-Storage] Asset: Maintaining Property Value in a Challenging Economy

Great customer service and curb appeal are a must to distinguish a self-storage facility from its competition. Begin this rental season with a good site assessment that examines the property from the viewpoint of tenants, potential buyers and asset management. ...More

April 4, 2013 By Linnea Appleby

Posted in Articles, Management

How to Submit Video to Self-Storage TV

Thank you for your interest in Self-Storage TV! To submit your self-storage video to this exciting new venture, see the instructions below. We are interested in content including: Facility commercials and promos Facility tours Community and company events How-to's Product ...More

April 2, 2013

Posted in Articles

Health-Care Changes Loom: Is Your Self-Storage Business Ready?

The sweeping health-care reform passed in 2010 takes full form next year. Here’s what self-storage owners needs to know about the mandate, penalties and health-care exchange programs. ...More

April 2, 2013

Posted in Articles, Legal Issues, Management

Understanding Capitalization Rates in Today's Self-Storage Market

While there’s a lot of information available about capitalization (cap) rates in the self-storage industry, it’s not always accurate, and it’s often found in generalizations. Self-storage investors and owners need a fundamental understanding of cap rates so they can ...More

March 31, 2013 By Ben Vestal

Posted in Articles, Real Estate

Advice for Choosing Self-Storage Facility-Management Software in 2013

Choosing management software for a self-storage facility is one of the most important tasks an operator will undertake. It’s the tool they use every day. So how can they ensure they pick the one that’s right for their operation? Here are some things to keep in mind. ...More

March 29, 2013

Posted in Articles, Management, Technology

How Self-Storage Operators Can Use and Reap the Benefits of Cloud Technology

Cloud computing can provide self-storage operators with a faster and more affordable way to replace dated practices with updated sales and service channels. This article delves into what it means to access “the cloud,” and how a self-storage operator can reap the benefits ...More

March 27, 2013

Posted in Articles, Management, Technology

Prepayment Penalties: What Self-Storage Operators Need to Know Before a Refinance

With interest rates at an all-time low and more lenders issuing loans, many would say it’s a great time to refinance a loan on a self-storage property. However, facility owners should first understand the possible prepayment penalties, using handy online tools to determine ...More

March 25, 2013

Posted in Articles, Finance

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