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Retail Sales

Eva-Dry Releases Compact Dehumidifier Suitable for Self-Storage Units

Eva-Dry, a national brand of compact dehumidification products, has launched a disposable moisture-trap system suitable for portable- and self-storage units. The E-750 can be hung in any confined space to absorb excess moisture from the air. The product features corrugated ...More
March 14, 2013
Posted in News
7 Market-Tested Strategies to Boost Your Self-Storage Retail Sales

Self-storage operators who offer retail products won't only generate extra facility revenue, they can bring in new storage customers. Take a fresh look at expanding your retail sales with these market-tested strategies. ...More
December 31, 2012
Posted in Articles, Management
5 Ways to Boost Your Self-Storage Facility's Bottom Line With Box Sales

One often overlooked source for boosting a self-storage facility’s bottom line is the added income that comes from box and merchandise sales. Here are five great and easily employable tips to help self-storage operators improve their box and merchandise sales. ...More
September 12, 2012
Posted in Articles
Self-Storage Retail Supplier Supply Side USA Appoints VP of Sales

Supply Side USA, a national distributor of packaging, moving and storage supplies for self-storage and other industries, has appointed Robert “Rob” Kaminski as its new vice president of sales. ...More
August 30, 2012
Posted in News
Designing Space for Self-Storage Ancillary Services: Wine Storage, Records Storage, Boat/RV Storage and Retail

Designing space for the ancillary services offered at many self-storage facilities—boat/RV storage, records storage, wine storage and the sale of packing and moving supplies—takes consideration of the space required, cost and the existing facility layout. This article ...More
April 27, 2012
Posted in Articles, Construction
Self-Storage Professionals Peruse Products and Services at This Week’s ISS Expo in Las Vegas

This week’s Inside Self-Storage World Expo in Las Vegas offers self-storage owners, managers, developers and management companies a chance to meet with more than 120 self-storage suppliers providing a wide range of industry products and services. Starting on Wednesday at ...More
March 12, 2012
Posted in News, Construction, Finance, Management, Marketing, Real Estate
Inside Self-Storage World Expo Ancillary Symposium Focuses on Increasing Income

Because self-storage businesses have set expenses with few variables, business owners have an opportunity to increase their revenue by adding ancillary income streams. By offering additional services, owners can increase their bottom line and property value and keep ...More
January 26, 2012
Posted in News
Selling Retail Product in Self-Storage: Plan-O-Grams and Pricing

Selling boxes, locks and packing materials at your self-storage facility requires more than just keeping inventory in stock. You need a plan. The best way to entice your customers to buy these items is through proper pricing and attractive displays. ...More
December 5, 2011
Posted in Articles, Management
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
Are Your Retail Products Made in America?

Does your self-storage facility carry retail products made outside the U.S.? While most self-storage operators want to support products made in the United States, they also have to consider the inflated cost to do so, which may or may not work with current budgets. ...More
October 18, 2011
Posted in Blog, Management

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