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Technology Trends in the Self Storage Industry

At first glance, warehouse-type buildings filled with cubicles that are crowded with people’s possessions don’t bring technology-based systems to mind. As far as some owners are concerned, a successful self-storage facility’s needs are basic: perimeter fencing, good locks on the storage units, and secure electronic access. Add an onsite manager to the mix and you’re ...

What to Expect From the Self Storage Industry in 2022

Despite the uncertainty of the past two years, self storage continues to experience extraordinary growth. Industry numbers took a downturn during the first half of 2020, but have shown record-setting increases since that time. Occupancy and rental rates are both at all-time highs. Given this stellar growth, the question is whether or not self storage ...

Pinnacle Storage Properties Proudly Announces the Acquisition of Storage Plus of Arlington

Houston, TX – December 2, 2021 — Pinnacle Storage Properties, based in Katy, Texas, proudly announces the acquisition of an additional Texas self storage property, Storage Plus of Arlington. This represents the 27th addition to date. Storage Plus of Arlington, formerly Arkansas of Green Oaks Self Storage, is located at 330 W. Green Oaks Blvd., ...

Self Storage Rebounds and Remains Strong Post Pandemic

When the pandemic hit, there were questions about the future of the self storage industry. Instead of the expected decline, self storage saw higher than average growth. Occupancy rates and rents are currently seeing record highs as well as investor interest. To find out more about why self storage remains strong in a post-pandemic world, ...

Crime Prevention Strategies for Self Storage Operators

As diligently as you work to deter crime, there are no guarantees that you can keep criminals away from your facilities. You certainly don’t have to make it easy for them. Actually, much of the criminal activity can be traced back to the tenants themselves. Due to the unstable economy brought on by the pandemic, ...

Is a Third-Party Management Company Right for Your Self Storage Business?

People get into the self storage business for good reasons. Self storage provides a stable, predictable income stream, low maintenance, and low operating costs compared to other types of real estate assets. Additionally, self-storage is a historically safe asset class with long-term growth potential. There are, however, varied approaches to operating this type of business. ...

Eight Key Economic Factors that Affect Self Storage Facility Value

If you’ve found a facility that looks like it would be the perfect acquisition to your portfolio, do you know what the key economic factors are that will affect potential value? Don’t invest your hard-earned money until you’re sure of the potential value of the property. Common indicators of self storage property values emerge from ...

How to Optimize Your Tenant’s Self Storage Rental Experience

The core of your company’s success is the satisfaction of your customers. Happy, satisfied customers stay with you longer, and make your business profitable. Today’s self storage customers are demanding. They want the same ease of experience whether they’re renting a unit or paying their bill. Most customers want answers now, not tomorrow; and, the ...

How Important is Climate-Controlled Self Storage to Owners?

Standard self storage works for most household and business items that you would generally store in your garage or attic. On the other hand, the popularity of storing luxury items, collectibles and antiques has increased the demand for climate-controlled storage. As a facility owner or manager, it’s important to understand what your tenants expect from ...