RealtyeVest LLC, an online marketplace designed to connect real estate owners and developers with investors, recently launched a crowdfunding platform that allows property owners and operators to automate capital-raising campaigns and quicken the execu…
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Hot Storage [Mystery Novel]
Author Mary Mead creates intrigue in this mystery novel about the perils of self-storage manager Marlena Montoya, who must hunt for the truth when two men connected to the facility are murdered. Order your copy today.
Sounds of Storage Podcast: Extra Space Executive Noah Springer Shares Efficiency Tips for Smaller Operators
As industry consolidation continues to reduce the number of self-storage contenders in many markets, how do small operators improve efficiencies to remain competitive? Noah Springer, senior vice president of business development and strategic relations…
Multi-Story CubeSmart Facility to Be Built at Ravaudage Complex in Winter Park, FL
A multi-story, mixed-use property that will include a CubeSmart-branded self-storage facility, a restaurant and retail is planned as part of the Ravaudage Complex in Winter Park, Fla. An unidentified buyer acquired the 1.48-acre property from Sydgan Co…
Self-Storage Operator Bee Safe Opens New Facility in Simpsonville, SC
The Carroll Cos., which operates five self-storage facilities in the Carolinas, has opened a new Bee Safe Storage and Wine Cellar in Simpsonville, S.C. The company will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 1 at 4 p.m., according to a press release.
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Self-Storage Management Firms Report 3Q 2017 Operating Results
Self-storage management firms Sentry Self Storage Management and Absolute Storage Management have released their third-quarter 2017 operating results showing year-over-year improvement in revenue, net operating income and occupancy.
Real Estate Roundup: Self-Storage Transactions October 2017
Self-storage properties are constantly changing hands, and Inside Self-Storage is regularly notified of these market transactions. Many are covered in detail on the ISS website and available for viewing on the “Investing and Real Estate” to…
Public Storage Employees Compete in ‘Sing to Win’ Music-Video Contest
Employees of self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT) Public Storage Inc. are vying for a $250 grand prize by submitting homemade music videos that pay homage to the company’s orange branding scheme and promote its services to customers. …
1st Storage Centres of England Makes a Screaming Good Halloween Video
1st Storage Centres, which operates two self-storage facilities in North East England, is scaring up some fun for Halloween with this holiday-themed video for customers. Get ready for some dramatic music, vampires, witches and goblins! But don’t …
Self-Storage Rental Rates Stay Flat in Texas
Rental rates for self-storage units in Texas have been relatively flat for four consecutive years, after an 18 percent spike between 2012 and 2014, according to data released this week by SpareFoot, an online marketplace for self-storage consumers. The…