The 5 Biggest Strengths and Weaknesses in the Self-Storage Industry Today

The self-storage industry thrives on resilience and scalability but faces challenges like market saturation, rising development costs, and high customer turnover.

So, You Want to Invest in Self-Storage? Here’s Your First Step

Before diving into self-storage investment, research the market like a pro. Know local demand, competition, and operations to set yourself up for success.

Ilyssa's Insights: Your Guide to Navigating the Self-Storage Industry

New to self-storage or seeking fresh insights? Follow Ilyssa's Insights for expert tips, trends, and strategies to help you thrive in this growing industry!

Creative Transactions in the Self-Storage Industry: Navigating the (Temporary?) New Normal

Creative transactions in self-storage, like seller financing, lease-to-own, and joint ventures, bridge valuation gaps and drive industry growth.

Lending Landscape: What Is on the Horizon?

Insights into the 2024 self-storage market reveal rising sales activity amid hopes for interest rate stabilization. Investors remain cautious amid uncertainties, eyeing bid-ask spread and capital availability.

Self Storage Facility Site Selection | Choosing the Best Storage Location

In the self storage industry, location is vital to your eventual success. We all know this.

Interview with Live Oak Bank

We spoke with Anna Taylor of Live Oak Bank at the 2023 ISS World Expo in Las Vegas.

CubeSmart Expects Continued Boon from New York Portfolio

The company is bullish about NYC's return to normalcy, and expects their recent acquisitions to create good demand.

Bluebird Self-Storage Expands In Nova Scotia

The $16.2 million transaction follows their $81 million recapitalization of three facilities in the Toronto Area.

OpenUnit Raises $150K Pre-Seed Funding from Y Combinator

Canadian self storage startup joins the Silicon Valley accelerator.

Rizk Ventures Launches National Self Storage Platform SpareBox Storage

The group announces it's first acquisition of significant self storage portfolio in Amarillo, Texas

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.

Too Much Storage? Pompano Beach Florida Suspends Development

Pompano Beach joins other municipalities such as Miami and New York City that have also limited storage development.

Understanding the Storage Customer During Tough Economic Times

What are the key elements that give self storage the extra edge for surviving tough economic times?