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Black Friday Shopping for Self-Storage Operators: Get Your 2012 ISS Factbook and Membership

Skip the crowds at the mall this year and take advantage of these two ISS offerings. They'll help you kick off a prosperous 2012 for your self-storage facility. ...More
November 23, 2011
Posted in Blog, Construction, Development, Finance, Legal Issues, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Technology
Self-Storage Industry Strength Topic of 'Commerical Real Estate Show'

Despite the sluggish economy of the past few years, self-storage properties have performed fairly well in 2011 and, in many instances, the sector presents investors with attractive purchasing opportunities. That was the view of guests on this week’s “Commercial Real Estate ...More
November 21, 2011
Posted in News
Memphis Storage VI LP Buys Bartlett Self Storage

Olive Branch, Miss.-based Memphis Storage VI LP recently purchased a self-storage facility, curently branded as Bartlett Self Storage, at 8036 U.S. Route 70 in Memphis. James C. Hise Jr. and Brenda L. Hise sold the facility for $3 million. It was financed by a $2.2 million ...More
November 1, 2011
Posted in News, Finance
New to Self-Storage Ownership? A First-Time Investor’s Guide to Getting Loan Money

Would-be self-storage owners often ask, “How do I buy my first self-storage property if I need industry experience to qualify for a loan? How do I get into this business?” This article provides strategies and insight for getting the loan money you need. ...More
September 9, 2011
Posted in Articles, Finance
Experience International Offers StorePod Investment Opportunity in the U.K.

Experience International, a company that provides investment opportunities in emerging markets worldwide, is offering a commercial investment venture in the United Kingdom through StorePods, individual self-storage units available on a six-year lease. ...More
August 24, 2011
Posted in News
An Overview of Finance for Canada Self-Storage: Deals, Rates and More

Although stable, banking institutions in Canada remain conservative when it comes to self-storage lending. Overall, the costs to finance are on the rise. Despite the obstacles, some investors are meeting the stringent requirements and prerequisites to obtain financing. ...More
August 14, 2011
Posted in Articles, Finance
Stock Market Plunges Again: Industry Turns to Self-Storage Talk to Discuss Effects

Last week's 500-point-drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average preceded an even bigger 635-point drop to kick off this week, with Standard & Poor's downgrade of the U.S. government's credit rating to AA status sandwiched in the middle. Naturally, everyone is worried ...More
August 8, 2011 By John Carlisle
Posted in Blog, Finance, Management
Marcus & Millichap Report Predicts Increased Self-Storage Investment Activity

Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services has released its Self-Storage Research report covering the first half of 2011, the overall message of which is that banks are beginning to loosen their lending restrictions and self-storage investment activity should ...More
July 21, 2011
Posted in News, Real Estate
Inside Self-Storage Releases 2011 Buyer’s Guide, Directory of Product/Service Providers

Inside Self-Storage has released its 2011 Buyer’s Guide, a directory containing hundreds of self-storage product and service suppliers. In the guide, users will find detailed information about industry associations, builders, management companies, security providers, ...More
July 15, 2011
Posted in News, Construction, Development, Finance, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Technology
Strategic Storage Trust Spends Nearly $21M on SoCal Self-Storage Facility Land

Strategic Storage Trust Inc., a real estate investment trust (REIT) targeting self-storage, recently completed a $20.9 million deal that includes an approximately 1,000-unit facility and 7.3 acres of land located on Terrace Road near Antonio Parkway in Ladera Ranch, Calif. ...More
July 12, 2011
Posted in News, Real Estate

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