SpareFoot, an online marketplace that assists consumers in finding and renting self-storage units, has launched a Clear That Clutter sweepstakes through social media. Entrants can accumulate points to increase their odds of being chosen the random winner of a $500 Visa gift card, worth about six months of storage.

Consumers can enter the drawing now until Dec. 15 by visiting the companys Facebook page. An entry platform hosted by Rafflecopter will help keep track of point accumulation. Entrants can gain points toward additional drawing entries by liking SpareFoot on Facebook, following it on Twitter, subscribing to the companys blog and visiting its Google+ page.

Entrants who tweet about the sweepstakes up to once a day will increase their odds of winning the gift card, company officials said in a press release. A winner will be selected at random on Dec. 15.

Based in Austin, Texas, and founded in 2008, SpareFoot.com helps consumers find and reserve self-storage units, with comparison shopping tools that show real-time availability and exclusive deals. With a network of more than 6,500 storage facilities ranging from mom-and-pop operations to real estate investment trusts, the company reaches prospective storage renters though partnerships with brands including SelfStorage.com, Apartments.com and Penske Truck Rental.

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