Although the South African self-storage market is blossoming, the industry has yet to take root in East Africa. Aptus Capital Co-Founder Gerardo Segura explains why his company is eyeing Kenya for new storage development.
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In this video from Storage West, a self-storage operator with 52 locations in four states, executive Don Willis discusses how the company instills its customer service philosophy with each of its facility managers. The company’s goal is to create…
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The Inside Self-Storage (ISS) Store, an e-commerce website providing research and education products for industry professionals, has added the mystery novel “Hot Storage” as its latest fictional product for sale. Written by author Mary Mead…
Self-Storage Building Manufacturer Janus International Announces 2017 Workshop Road Tour
Janus International Group LLC, a manufacturer of self-storage roll-up doors and building components, has announced the dates for its 2017 “Road Tour,” a series of free full-day workshops designed to educate self-storage owners and investors…
Menards Converts Home-Improvement Store to Self-Storage in West Burlington, IA
Menards, a home-improvement chain with more than 280 stores in 14 states, is converting its retail store in Burlington, Iowa, to Menards Self Storage. The company relocated its retail store to a newly built site in June, according to the source.
2017 Financial Planning: Loan Types and Options for Self-Storage Owners
The lending climate remains favorable for self-storage borrowers. Here’s an overview of the current state of financing in 2017, including common debt products available.
10-Second Marketing: Promoting Your Self-Storage Business With Snapchat
Self-storage operators who are seeking another marketing avenue should consider Snapchat, one of the fastest-growing social media platforms. Here’s how to wrap your head around it and use it as a tool to promote your business.
Adding a Truck-Rental Program to Your Self-Storage Business
With consumers placing a premium on convenience, self-storage operators should consider adding a truck-rental program to assist at move-in. Here are four key benefits of this ancillary and pointers on how to launch a program.
5 Tips to Help Self-Storage Tenants Repack Holiday Decorations
Providing free storage advice is a terrific way to differentiate your self-storage facility from local competitors. Guest blogger Jonathan Deesing of iMove, offers five tips you can provide your tenants to help them re-organize their holiday decoration…
Ahwatukee, AZ, Planning Committee Debates Self-Storage Height Restrictions, Security Requirements
With the Ahwatukee, Ariz., Planning Commission scheduled to address longstanding self-storage regulations pertaining to height restrictions and security requirements today, the Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee has recommended against incr…