If you’re looking to build a self-storage facility in a zoning district in which such structures aren’t usually permitted, a mixed-use project may be a way to gain entry. Here’s an overview of what to expect from municipalities and some strategies...

Self-storage continues to draw heavy interest from developers and investors who want to capitalize on the industry’s excellent rate of return; but entering the increasingly crowded marketplace has become more complex. Being successful with an...

The commercial real estate market currently favors buyers, but that doesn’t automatically mean you’ll get a great deal. If you’re looking to acquire land for a self-storage development, here are three ways to negotiate your purchase and save money.

Though there’s plenty of self-storage market and industry data available, the trick is knowing how to find, interpret and use it. Whether you’re a facility operator, investor or developer, if you want to succeed, you must learn how to leverage...

Harnessing the power of the sun can offer business benefits, but it isn’t right for every building. Read one self-storage operator’s perspective on the benefits and challenges based on her experience with a solar-panel installation in Cabot, Ark.