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Teaching Self-Storage Managers to Use and Appreciate Facility-Management Software

When evaluating self-storage software, the best way to start is by looking at the help tools thesoftware provides. The layout should be simple and easy to understand for even the less computer-savvy self-storage manager. ...More
March 24, 2010 Shaina Cossairt
Posted in Articles
The Internet as the Best Self-Storage Storefront: Online Payments, Rentals and Account Management

Many customers shopping online want to make an immediate decision without having to call a self-storage facility. Providing online-reservation capabilities will guarantee more rentals, thus increasing occupancy. ...More
March 20, 2010 Sam Celaya
Posted in Articles, Marketing, Technology
Credit Card Receipts Found Near Self-Storage Dumpster

Lost credit card receipts from a Texas gym and health store catering to military personnel were recently discovered in dozens of plastic bags next to a dumpster at a self-storage facility. ...More
February 15, 2010
Posted in News, Technology
No-Computer Disaster Plan: Operating Self-Storage Without Technology

When technology fails, self-storage owners and operators should be prepared to rent units, take payments and write receipts without using a computer. Here are some tips on being prepared when using a computer to run a self-storage facility is not an option. ...More
June 8, 2009 Jim Chiswell
Posted in Articles, Management, Technology
Legislators Reintroduce Credit Card Fair Fee Act

The National Association of Convenience Stores and the National Retail Federation were among those that applauded today’s reintroduction of the “Credit Card Fair Fee Act” which seeks to address the more than $48 billion that Americans pay annually in credit card swipe fees. ...More
June 4, 2009
Posted in News, Management
MorningStar Mini-Storage Upgrades Website

Morningstar Mini-Storage has launched a redesigned website at morningstarstorage.com that will make it easy for customers to locate, rent and manage their self-storage units. ...More
May 27, 2009
Posted in News, Technology
Congress Passes Credit Card Legislation

The U.S. Senate and House have passed historic credit card legislation. The bill, which contains sweeping new rules for the credit card industry, has been sent to President Barack Obama. The House voted 361-64 for the bill on Wednesday. The Senate had ...More
May 20, 2009
Posted in News, Legal Issues
Senate Passes Bill Restricting Credit Card Practices

The Senate voted 90-5 Tuesday to rein in credit card increases and excessive fees. The House may also pass a measure Wednesday, putting the bill before President Obama by week's end. ...More
May 19, 2009
Posted in News, Legal Issues
House to Vote on Credit Card Legislation

The House will vote on legislation, dubbed the Credit Card Holders' Bill of Rights, Thursday. The legislation would rein in credit card practices, and eliminate sudden rate hikes and late fees. ...More
April 30, 2009
Posted in News, Legal Issues
Obama Calls for Stricter Credit Card Protection for Consumers

Consumers may soon get more protection from rampant credit card fees and rising interests. President Obama will meet Thursday with executives from 14 credit companies to discuss new consumer protections. The meeting comes a day after the House Financial Services Committee ...More
April 23, 2009
Posted in News, Management

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