The city of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a bit of an anomaly. It has a beautiful location and favorable demographics, but its reliance on a volatile oil-and-gas industry creates economic fluctuations. Read why self-storage investors are bullish on...
Ulmus Development Ltd. is building a five-story self-storage facility in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, with hemp-based interior walls that’ll pull carbon from the air over the next 50 to 100 years. Construction of EcoLock Self Storage, the...
In many markets, self-storage is overbuilt, and yet the industry is red hot. The cyclical nature of the business reminds us that we’ve been in similar situations before, and there are already signs of coming change. Read about the current state of...
Wine storage is becoming increasingly popular as an addition to self-storage facilities, but unlike some other ancillaries, it requires extremely careful planning. The customer base for this niche is very discerning. Here’s advice to help you...
Officials in Stratford, Connecticut, are considering a moratorium on self-storage development. Mary Dean, director of economic and community development, proposed the temporary ban because she believes the city is already saturated with available...
Think a plot of land would be perfect for self-storage? Well, you may need to reconsider. There are numerous factors that go into a viable site. Read about the process and criteria you should scrutinize when pursuing site selection for a...