Avoid These Pitfalls in Self-Storage Investing – Expert Tips from Scott Meyers!

Scott Meyers discusses the post-COVID boom in self-storage, highlighting the influx of investors and the importance of due diligence. Learn top pitfalls and how to avoid them.

Guiding New Investors to Self Storage Gold! | Storage Authority Insider Tips

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Housing Hacks for Self Storage Investing

What criteria are you using when analyzing locations? Is it based on National Averages or Local Data? How can you combine the two and come up with a pragmatic reason to invest?

Beyond Numbers: It all starts with Self-Storage Location

No matter what type of Self Storage Investor you are, the first thing that comes to mind is: Location.

Highline Storage Partners Hires Self-Storage Industry Veterans

Scott Sebring and Scott Levy are hired by Highline Storage Partners to support continued growth.

Challenges and Opportunities in Today’s Self-Storage Landscape

Discover challenges in self-storage development amid lending constraints and REITs' pricing shifts. Navigate obstacles for a competitive edge in a changing market.

Interview with Forge Building Company

We spoke with Phil Warchol at the recent SSA Fall Conference and Tradeshow discussing the current self-storage landscape, and more.

Tips on How To Start a Self-Storage Facility Business

The self-storage facility business is only growing, which makes it a very advantageous time to invest. If you’re wondering how to start a self-storage facility business, look no further.

Exclusive: Q&A with InSite Property Group

James McLean presented questions to Zack Linford of InSite Property Group surrounding the closure of one of the largest self-storage funds ever raised.

Building Self Storage In the 2023 Recession

How to Build Self Storage in the Great Recession of 2023 and Why Self Storage Franchising?

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of VIP RV Storage in Aledo, Texas

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of VIP RV Storage in Aledo, Texas.

How Remote Self-Storage Management is Changing the Industry

Discover how remote management can enhance your self-storage facility's efficiency and increase your bottom line with Copper Storage Management's services.

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Four Property Self Storage Portfolio in Houston, Texas

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Four Property Self Storage Portfolio in Houston, Texas

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Mojave Self Storage in Mojave, California

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Mojave Self Storage in Mojave, California

Argus Broker Affiliates Announce Sale of Mississippi Self Storage Portfolio

Argus Broker Affiliates Announce Sale of Mississippi Self Storage Portfolio

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Lake Elsinore Mini Storage in Lake Elsinore, California

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Lake Elsinore Mini Storage in Lake Elsinore, California

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of International Self Storage in Highland, California

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of International Self Storage in Highland, California

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Emerald @ 78 Self Storage in Vista, California

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Emerald @ 78 Self Storage in Vista, California

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of a Two Property Self Storage Portfolio in Long Island, New York

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of a Two Property Self Storage Portfolio in Long Island, New York

Argus Broker Affiliates announce sale of Jacksonville RV/Boat Storage Facility

Argus Broker Affiliates announce sale of Jacksonville RV/Boat Storage Facility

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Extra Space (Managed) in Layton, Utah

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of of Extra Space (Managed) in Layton, Utah

Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Utah Valley Storage and RV in Orem, Utah

The LeClaire-Schlosser Group of Marcus and Millichap Arranges the Sale of Utah Valley Storage and RV in Orem, Utah

Is Self Storage a good hedge against inflation?

The cost of living is higher than expected, is self storage the investment that can outpace inflation?

Six Days of Feasibility: Day 6 - Do You Have Someone to Walk the Path with You?

Day 6: Deal Makers, not Deal Breakers: Do You Have Someone to Walk the Path with You?

Six Days of Feasibility: Day 2 - Why a Feasibility Study?

Day 2: Do not Make Business Risky: Why a Feasibility Study?

When You Invest in a Self Storage Project, What Do You Really Invest In?

Cogent Capital Group explores the successful side of self storage development.

Bluebird Self Storage Acquires 5 Alberta Properties from StoreMart

This transaction makes Bluebird the 4th Largest Self Storage Company In Alberta, 7th Largest In Canada.

InSite Property Group Scores $140M Construction Facility for Development Pipeline

JLL Capital Markets arranged the loan for InSite Property Group to efficiently fund it's self storage development.

VanWest Partners Launches Second Self Storage Fund

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What’s Next for the Self Storage Sector?

HPI’s Jonathan Vollinger offers insights on what shaped the self storage sector in 2020, and outlook for 2021.

Talonvest Delivers $59.5 Million Bridge Financing for Three NY Storage Facilities

The bridge loan to LSC Development LLC, is for three newly constructed Class-A facilities.

Self Storage and Investing in Opportunity Zones During COVID-19

Leaders at Inland Private Capital Corp. and Devon Self Storage talk about opportunity zones for self storage.

Boost Your Storage Facility's Income With Solar Energy

Considering cost-saving benefits to your self storage facility? Consider solar.

Bill Gates Becomes Part Owner of One of the Country’s Largest Self Storage Operators

The world’s second richest man has joined forces with the eighth largest self storage company.

TSAG Market Analysis: Washington D.C./Baltimore

In a tale of two cities, one sees growing self storage supply, and the other sees slow development.

1,200-Unit Self Storage Portfolio Trades in Suburban Nashville

Nashville is one of the fastest-growing cities right now, flooding with families and young professionals.

The Game Of Risks: C of O Deals

Knowing how to calculate and take risks at the right moment can be the difference between success and failure.

REITs vs. Stocks: What Does the Data Say?

The debate of stocks vs real estate has existed for years. But where does [Self Storage](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/self-storage/) fit in?

Marcus & Millichap Introduces New Self Storage Property Investment Team Name

The change reflects the contributions made by Adam Schlosser to the overall growth and success of the team.

Report: Self Storage Operators Starting to Bounce Back

A report by Cushman & Wakefield paints an optimistic picture for self storage after an initial COVID shock.

Tennessee Self Storage Portfolio Sells for $41 Million

The 8-facility storage portfolio was purchased by Gelt inc and all are located within 40 miles from one another.

InSite Property Group Sees Big Opportunity in Storage Acquisitions

Keith Wetzel and Nathan McElmurry answer questions regarding recent acquisition growth, markets, and facility types.

Keeping a Self Storage Business Viable

Michael Johnson of Bellomy & Co provides insights on the challenges facing the self storage financing landscape.

Lingering Questions For 2020 Self Storage Investors

Interview with Steven Weinstock, national director of Marcus & Millichap Self Storage Division.

Prediction: 2020 Will be Another Big Year For Self Storage

Prior to the pandemic, Cushman & Wakefield chat about what drove a busy 2019, as well as whats ahead for 2020.

Self Storage - Everyone Wants A Piece of the Pie

Kris Bennett shares his thoughts on the future of self storage, as well as tips on how to keep up with the sector

Self Storage Loans: Your Complete Guide

AJ Osborne breaks down the different types of loans, and addresses common storage investor questions.

Tennessee Real Estate Developer Launches Self Storage Division

The group is expanding their real estate strategy to include the self storage asset class.

Investing In The Self Storage Market For Beginners

Discover how to start investing in the self storage market. Learn about investment options, property types, financing, and market analysis strategies.

Looking Ahead At Self Storage in 2020

City Line Capital executives break down self storage trends and make their own predictions about the future.

Self Storage: Not a Secret Anymore?

So is it true that the once best-kept secret of [self storage](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/self-storage), is not much of a secret anymore?

A Pause in Development Helps Regain Health To Houston Self Storage

Saturated have markets hurt properties’ average op incomes & pro forma rates, but investor appetite is still strong.

What The Texas Self Storage Market Can Teach Us About Market Saturation

Understanding the current development cycle, is it time to hunker down until the cycle bottoms out?

Is The Self Storage Industry Recession-Proof? A Conversation With Peter Margolin

Peter Margolin of Alliant Credit Union reveals what makes self storage recession-resistant.

Distinguishing The Best Self Storage Investment Opportunities

Compass Self Storage President Todd Amsdell reveals their methods for finding the best investment opportunities.

VanWest Partners Launches Self Storage Fund with Two Acquisitions

The fund aims to acquire under-managed self storage facilities, optimize expenses, and drive revenue growth.

Opting To Pursue Professional Self Storage Management and Consulting

By the end of our first year SIMI typically sees Net Operating Income (NOI) increase in a range of 15-30%.

MyPorter Accelerates Growth Strategy With $2.2 Million in Funding

The MyPorter platform allows customers to schedule pickup, maintain a catalog of stored items, and schedule deliveries.

What are Opportunity Zones and How Do I Get in on the Action

Properties in OZs that are in place or under construction represent 11.4% of total self storage space.

10 Federal and Mainstay Global Announce Self Storage Capital Raising Alliance

Mainstay Global will act as the capital raising partner for 10 Federal's self storage automation efforts.

Valet Storage Accepted into Newchip Accelerator's Investment Platform

Newchip has helped companies get funded with over $20M in investments into its companies in 2018 alone.

Morningstar Appoints New President, Adds SVP of Operations and SVP of Storage Strategy

Since 1981, Morningstar has developed, acquired and operated over 200 self storage projects totaling 15 million SF.

Your Employees are the Single Greatest Investment You Can Make in Your Business

47% of employees would like more recognition for the work they are doing and only 7% would like a pay raise.

Why Connectivity, Flexibility Are Pivotal in Self Storage

South Florida continues to be a healthy region as compared to one year ago.

What Makes Secondary Self Storage Markets Appealing

There is steady growth in secondary markets, especially those with a growing residential and diverse employment base.

NitNeil to Develop in Austin Utilizing QOZ

Opportunity Zones are designed to spur economic development, job creation and investment in distressed neighborhoods.

Real Estate Investment Firm Heitman Bets on Self Storage and Hong Kong

Nearly 75% of Hong Kong’s private housing stock lack a dedicated storage space.

Self Storage Units, Fun Investments, Goat Rentals

Only 37% of Americans under 35 own stocks, even though many of them did before the 2008 market crash.

TPG Real Estate Partners Closes Fund with more than $3.7 Billion

LifeStorage was the first investment in the industry by TPG. Two years later, Sovran acquired LifeStorage for $1.3B.

What You Need to Know to Leverage Qualified Opportunity Zones

Discover how to qualify for tax incentives in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) for self-storage investments. Learn key criteria and benefits here.

Pogoda Companies Launches Aggressive Acquisition Campaign

Since the start of 2019, the company has already closed on one property and has multiple deals under contract.

Thinking About Investing in Self Storage? Here Are the Pros... and Cons!

Discover why self storage investing is a top choice for small investors. Explore its pros like lower expenses, SBA loans, and drawbacks like rental rate decreases and popularity.

Secondary Self Storage Investment Will Stay Hot in 2019

Las Vegas will continue to see ample capital chasing deals in 2019, while Phoenix could start to cool off.

Union Realtime Announces the Compass Report

Reviewing The Compass Report is now an essential step in our underwriting process.