Investing and Real Estate

The process of buying or selling a self-storage facility has become more rigorous as markets have become increasingly competitive and changes in the economy impact property value. Owners and investors looking to acquire need to understand the investing process including due diligence, capitalization rates, appraisals and valuation methods.

Eastern Union Launches Small-Loans Platform for Self-Storage, Other Commercial Real Estate

Sep 10, 2020

Real estate finance firm Eastern Union Funding has launched a small-loans division that’ll focus on residential and commercial properties, including self-storage. The minimum loan size will be $150,000 for deals valued at less than $1.5 million...

Self-Storage Market Analysis 2020: North and South Carolina

Sep 04, 2020

While some markets are experiencing an oversupply of self-storage, there are still pockets of opportunity in places like the Carolinas. Industry experts share their predictions for industry growth and performance in these two states.

Investment Firm Rizk Ventures Launches SpareBox Storage Targeting $1B Portfolio

Aug 28, 2020

Rizk Ventures LLC, an investment platform specializing in healthcare, real estate and technology, has entered the self-storage sector behind the launch of SpareBox Storage. The company intends to create a national operating brand by amassing $1...

Previously a Sleeping Giant, the Asia Self-Storage Industry Awakes

Aug 26, 2020

Asia is a vast, diverse region that’s difficult to define when it comes to self-storage. Learn why the future of the industry is bright in this area for those who are bold and bullish enough to take the plunge.

ISS Store Featured Product: 2020 Top Self-Storage Operators List and Analysis Package

Aug 25, 2020

There are a lot of players in the self-storage industry, from small, independent operators to massive real estate investment trusts. In the past few years, we’ve seen new contenders come on the scene and others absorbed via consolidation. With so...

Conversion Conundrum: Could Self-Storage Developers Wind Up Battling Amazon for Abandoned Retail Space?

Aug 21, 2020

Retailers are closing stores at an accelerated pace due to the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Many spaces could draw interest from developers for conversion to self-storage. In an interesting twist, they may also be targeted by...

Time to Refinance Your Self-Storage Property? Discussing Eligibility and Options

Aug 20, 2020

Investor interest in self-storage is booming, which means current owners likely have equity in their properties. Learn why current market dynamics favor refinancing.

Self-Storage Real Estate Acquisitions and Sales: August 2020

Aug 19, 2020

Update 8/19/20 – Self-storage properties are constantly changing hands, and Inside Self-Storage is regularly notified of these market transactions. Here’s an overview of additional activity happening in August 2020...

Irish Self-Storage Operator Nesta Reports Increase in Rentals Due to COVID-19

Aug 14, 2020

Nesta Storage, which operates four self-storage facilities in Dublin, has experienced a record increase in rentals, which it attributes to circumstances created by the coronavirus pandemic. As office workers were forced to conduct business...

Buying and Selling Self-Storage Properties: Guidance to Ensure a Smoother Ride

Aug 12, 2020

Whether you’re the buyer or the seller, a self-storage real estate transaction is complex. It can also be challenging. Here’s some insight to help ensure a smoother process and more successful outcome.