Phoenix-based U-Haul International Inc., which operates more than 1,300 self-storage locations across North America, is converting a lumber yard to self-storage in Harlingen, Texas. The company purchased the former ProBuild Holdings LLC building at 121…
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A New Era for Self-Storage Building Materials: Focal Point, Maintainability and Color Drive Design
A self-storage owner’s goal for exterior facility design is often three-fold: a strong, attractive focal point; easy site maintainability; and a use of color that supports business branding. Each will be driven by local requirements and cost.
The Self-Storage Financial Climate: Strategies to Keep Cool if Rates Heat Up
Self-storage investors and owners have benefitted greatly from nearly a decade of low interest rates. As the possibility of increases looms, here are points to consider if you’re thinking about borrowing in the year ahead.
Self-Storage REITs Release Financial Results for First-Quarter 2017
The five largest publicly traded, U.S.-based self-storage real estate investment trusts (REITs)—CubeSmart, Extra Space Storage Inc., Life Storage Inc., National Storage Affiliates Trust and Public Storage Inc.—have released financial statem…
Cheboygan County, MI, Planning Commission Approves 2 Self-Storage Projects
The Cheboygan County, Mich., Planning Commission recently approved special-use permits for two self-storage projects. Robert Andrews, owner of Mullett Lake Self Storage in Inverness Township, intends to add a 1,230-square-foot building to his existing …
U-Haul to Expand Self-Storage Facility in Anthem Neighborhood of Phoenix
Phoenix-based U-Haul International Inc., which operates more than 1,300 self-storage locations across North America, received approval last week from the Anthem Community Council to double the footprint of its facility in Anthem, a master-planned commu…
UK Storage Co. Converts Former Factory to Self-Storage in Yeovil, South West England
UK Storage Co. Ltd., which operates 12 self-storage facilities in England, is converting a derelict factory in Yeovil, South West England, to self-storage. The former Standard & Pochin Ltd. building at 94 Lyde Road was once used to manufacture fans…
2 Key Principles to Hire the Right Employee for Your Self-Storage Business
Tired of hiring the wrong fit for your self-storage operation? Guest blogger Howard Stewart of Stewart Search Inc. discusses two key hiring principles employers should follow when trying to identify an ideal candidate for their organization.
Self-Storage Facility Goes Up Next to Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY
A self-storage facility is being built on a lot abutting Evergreens Cemetery in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y. The three-story Delta Storage project at 1517 Bushwick Ave. will occupy the entire block. The parcel is near gas stations, auto-…