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.

Commercial Property Executive Ranks Top 5 Secondary Markets for Self-Storage Development

Jul 14, 2020

Commercial Property Executive (CPE), a media brand specializing in commercial real estate news and analysis, has published a list of the top five secondary markets for self-storage development in the United States. The ranking is based on the...

Take the Quiz: Should You BUY or BUILD Your Next Self-Storage Facility?

Jul 11, 2020

Do I buy or build? It’s a question many a self-storage owner or investor has asked himself over the years, and it’s a good one. This fun quiz can help you decide which direction to go on your next project. Enjoy!

Competition Lines Up to Buy Self-Storage Properties

Jul 07, 2020

Across the U.S., self-storage properties are attracting interest from long lists of eager buyers. The sector's strong performance has even broadened the interest of buyer types, drawing interest from private equity funds along with more...

A Step-By-Step Guide to Self-Storage Taxes, Cost Segregation and Cash Flow

Jul 04, 2020

Doing your self-storage business taxes can be daunting, but with some strategic planning, the payoff can be rewarding. Learn how cost segregation can help you save thousands of dollars and increase cash flow.

Is Your Self-Storage Business Struggling Due to COVID-19? Here Are 4 Stabilizing Solutions

Jul 01, 2020

The full impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the self-storage industry is yet to be concluded, but that shouldn’t stop owners who are struggling or worried about their financial future from doing what they can to help their business. Here are...

The COVID-19 Lending Landscape: Options and Insight for Self-Storage Financing

Jun 26, 2020

Self-storage owners looking to refinance during the coronavirus pandemic are facing several obstacles. Here’s some insight to the current lending market, including available loan options and what’s expected by lenders to secure the best terms.

Self-Storage Real Estate Acquisitions and Sales: June 2020

Jun 25, 2020

Update 6/25/20 – 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 June 2020...

Berkshire Hathaway Enters Self-Storage Sector With Specialty Brokerage Group

Jun 22, 2020

An affiliate of investment firm Berkshire Hathaway Inc., led by CEO Warren Buffett, has been launched to specialize in self-storage. Though other Berkshire real estate entities have been involved in commercial brokerage since 2012, Greenville, S.C...

Safestore/Carlyle Joint Venture Acquires Lokabox Self-Storage Portfolio in Belgium

Jun 19, 2020

The joint venture between U.K.-based self-storage operator Safestore Holdings PLC and global private-equity firm The Carlyle Group has acquired the six-property Lokabox self-storage portfolio in Belgium. The transaction includes two facilities...

The SBA 504 Program: Why It’s an Optimal Finance Solution for Smaller Self-Storage Operators

Jun 19, 2020

The self-storage industry is no longer a secret to investors, and the market is becoming more competitive overall. Learn why a Small Business Administration 504 loan is an optimal finance solution that can help keep smaller operators in the game.