When looking for software to manage your self-storage facility, you want to ensure the program fits your needs and enables you to accomplish future goals. This article describes the three platforms available (standalone, Web-enabled and Web-based), and…
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Understanding Self-Storage Software Platforms and the Benefits of Web-Based Programs
When looking for software to manage your self-storage facility, you want to ensure the program fits your needs and enables you to accomplish future goals. This article describes the three platforms available (standalone, Web-enabled and Web-based), and…
Small Business Administration Loan Programs: A Guide for Self-Storage Borrowers
It’s been six years since the Small Business Administration opened its 7(a) and 504 lending programs to self-storage borrowers. This article outlines loan benefits and details as well as borrower requirements.
Jumbo Self Storage Gets Green Light for 4-Story Facility in Quincy, MA
Update 1/23/18 – Construction is progressing on the Quincy Self Storage project on Washington Street. The four-story structure comprises 125,000 square feet. The first floor will house sales and administrative offices, while the upper floors will…
Trico Capital Investments Acquires Industrial Building for Self-Storage Conversion in Garden Grove, CA
Trico Capital Investments Inc., a real estate investment company operating self-storage facilities as Lighthouse Self Storage and other brands, has acquired a 64,705-square-foot industrial building in Garden Grove, Calif., with the intent to convert it…
CBRE Valuation & Advisory Services Releases Self-Storage Investor Survey Report for 1Q 2016
CBRE Group Inc., a commercial real estate services and investment firm, has released a report examining the results of its first-quarter 2016 “Self Storage Investor Survey” through its Valuation & Advisory Services Division. The three-p…
Interested in Embarking on Boat/RV Storage? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions First
With increasing numbers of people eager for a taste of life on the road (or sea), RV and boat storage is more desirable than ever. If adding this specialized type of storage to your existing self-storage business seems daunting, start by asking yoursel…
Interested in Embarking on Boat/RV Storage? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions First
With increasing numbers of people eager for a taste of life on the road (or sea), RV and boat storage is more desirable than ever. If adding this specialized type of storage to your existing self-storage business seems daunting, start by asking yoursel…
Self-Storage Building Manufacturer Butler Introduces Electronic Erection Drawing System
Butler Manufacturing, a manufacturer and builder of metal buildings for self-storage and other industries, has introduced Butler Builder, a digital “erection drawing system” that allows developers to access project details electronically at…
SurePoint Self-Storage Builds 2 Facilities in Kansas
Texas-based SurePoint Self Storage has expanded into the Kansas City, Mo., metropolitan market with two developments in Olathe and Overland Park, Kan.