When not running their facilities, self-storage operators have a diverse set of hobbies and interests, from fire-spinning and organic gardening to car racing and travel. In this slideshow, they share stories and photos of their favorite pastimes.
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Acing Your Next Self-Storage Job Interview
For most of us, a job interview is an anxiety-ridden, frightening event. But it doesn’t have to be. Self-storage professionals who are seeking new opportunities need two things: a preparation plan and a healthy does of confidence. Follow this advice to…
U-Stor-It Self Storage of PA Accepts Donations for ‘For the Love of a Veteran’
U-Stor-It Self Storage, which operates two facilities in Dallastown and York, Pa., hosted its first donation drive in October to benefit For The Love of a Veteran Inc., a nonprofit that raises money for military families and homeless veterans. The comp…
Self-Storage Proposed for Granite Dells, AZ
Update 12/8/16 – Yavapai County supervisors appear to be favorable toward a zoning change that would allow a self-storage development in Granite Dells, but yesterday decided to continue the matter until they know for sure Prescott officials are a…
Global Self Storage Reports Third-Quarter and Nine-Month 2016 Results
Global Self Storage Inc., a self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT), has released its financial statement for the quarter that ended Sept. 30, 2016 as well as the first nine months of the year. During the third quarter, the company increased c…
Wasatch Storage Partners to Convert Warehouses to Self-Storage in White Bear Lake and Lake Elmo, MN
Wasatch Storage Partners (WSP), a Utah-based real estate investment firm specializing in self-storage acquisitions and development, has purchased two warehouses in Lake Elmo and White Bear Lake, Minn., which it plans to convert to self-storage. It&rsqu…
Tri-Village Self-Storage Touts Features, Amenities in Development Promo
In this video from Tri-Village Self Storage, the Columbus, Ohio-based operator showcases the features and amenities at its facilities, including classic-car and wine storage. The promotional spot also explains how the company uses design and business p…
Proposed Rezoning Would Allow Self-Storage on Residential Property Near Hailey, ID
The Hailey, Idaho, City Council yesterday voted to recommend a zoning change on a 2-acre parcel in Blaine County that would allow property owner Tom Richmond to develop a self-storage facility and trucking terminal. Richmond, whose family owns Arrow Se…
Self-Storage REIT Strategic Storage Growth Trust Releases 3rd Quarter 2016 Financial Results
Strategic Storage Growth Trust Inc. (SSGT), a public, non-traded real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on self-storage acquisition and development, has released its financial statement for the quarter that ended Sept. 30, 2016. During the third q…
Understanding the Self-Storage Lending Market: Obtaining a Mortgage, Locking In Rates and More
Current interest rates for self-storage loans are at historic lows, so it may be worthwhile for investors and owners to explore their lending options. Here’s insight to obtaining a mortgage, locking in rates and more.