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Small Bay Industrial Flex is having a moment — and Thaddeus Campbell is at the center of it. Why flex is booming, and how it’s solving the gaps storage can’t.
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Four were thriving. Six were struggling. After visiting 10 self-storage facilities, the difference came down to this – details, people, and pride in the basics.
April Recap 2025
Self-storage rates dipped 3.7% year over year in April — and all eyes are on California’s SB709. Could rent control be coming for the industry?
What Makes San Diego a Steady Self-Storage Market?
While in San Diego for the Valuation Summit, we took a closer look at the local market, slow, steady supply growth and high barriers to entry keep rates strong.
Is Big Tech For Your Self-Storage?
High-tech or high-touch? At Storage Authority, it’s all about finding the perfect balance to boost efficiency and deliver five-star customer service.
Smarter Underwriting Now in Radius+
Radius+ is heading to ISS World Expo with a powerful new partner: Cactus AI. Smarter underwriting, sharper insights, come see it live at booth 441!
The Risk Of Mass Arbitrations In Self-Storage
Mass arbitrations are turning once cost-saving clauses into big legal headaches. Self-storage operators must revisit their agreements to avoid costly surprises.
Storage in New Orleans: Opportunity Ahead
New Orleans has the lowest projected self-storage development among top 50 markets—but signs of economic growth suggest demand could be on the rise.
5 Tips for Marketing Self Storage to College Students
College students make up 5% of self-storage renters nationwide—and even more in college towns. Here’s how to market your facility to capture student demand.