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StorageVault to Acquire 14 Storage Locations for $220 Million
The company has agreed to acquire 13 self storage facilities and 1 parcel of vacant land from six vendor groups.
NexPoint Completes Acquisition of Jernigan Capital, Outlines Growth Plan for NexPoint Storage Platform
JCAP will change its corporate name to NexPoint Storage Partners and will do business under that name going forward.
Life Storage Facility Featured in New Liam Neeson Movie
Hollywood location scouts targeted the Life Storage facility in Worcester Massachusetts for this blockbuster film.
Extra Space Storage (EXR) Makes $300 Million Preferred Equity Investment in Jernigan Capital (JCAP)
Investment to provide a 10.7% yield and result in the addition of 37 stores to the Extra Space Storage Platform
Green Storage Opens Fourth Smart Storage Facility with Nokē Smart Entry
The Swedish storage company opens their fourth facility in less than 14 months, all equipped with tech from Janus.
Strategic Storage Growth Trust II Expands to Las Vegas
The acquisition represents SSGT II’s first in Las Vegas and boasts over 99,000 square feet of rental space.
Newmark’s Self Storage Group Represents Storage Pros in 16-Property Portfolio Sale
The assets comprise more than 850,000 square feet of storage space across Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Neighbor.com Continues to Find New Ways To Change the Self Storage Industry
Joseph Woodbury chats with Yahoo about personal storage in the pandemic, and their plan to tackle commercial space.
Bluebird Self Storage Opens New Locations in Toronto, Whitby & Burlington
Bluebird has expanded their Canadian operations into Montréal, Calgary and Edmonton.
CubeSmart Snags $540 Million New York City Self Storage Portfolio
The eight properties are to be acquired from Storage Deluxe, and make up over 780,000 net rentable square feet.
Extra Space Storage Continues Clean Energy Leadership Solar Installations
With help from Pivot Energy, a collection of self storage facilities will go green as they prioritize carbon reduction
Blackstone to Acquire Simply Self Storage for $1.2 Billion
The mega deal will make Blackstone Real Estate the third biggest private owners of self storage in the nation.
DYMON Self Storage Donates 1,000,000 Masks to the Greater Toronto Area
The Canadian self storage company aims to help as many vulnerable people effected by the pandemic as possible.
Argus Broker Affiliates Announce Sale of Multiple Georgia Self Storage Facilities
Sauls Storage Group have closed on two facilities both within the Georgia area.
JLL Capital Markets Arranges Financing for a Monster CubeSmart in Austin
Greens Global has acquired the enormous 1,152 unit self storage facility located in Austin Texas.
InSite Property Group Acquires Two New Storage Facilities
The two facilities on the east coast, will both be managed by InSite’s wholly-owned management firm SecureSpace.
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Fullsteam Acquires Self Storage Management Software Space Control
Fullsteam boosts their presence in the self storage industry with the acquisition.
StorageMart Welcomes New Partners
The largest privately held company in self storage welcomes GIC, Cascade Investment, and others as co-owners.
Absolute Storage Management Names New VP of Operations
ASM promotes Michelle Dean who has been with the company for over 10 years.
Pogoda Adds Six Properties to its Self Storage Portfolio
The six acquisitions increase Pogoda’s [self storage](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/self-storage) portfolio by 240,757 sq. ft. and are located in Michigan.
Get to Know This Year’s Self Storage Manager Winners
The annual contest held by Mini-Storage Messenger, awarded First place to a Metro Self Storage Property Manager.
SecureSpace Self Storage Announces the Grand Opening of a Huge Facility in New Jersey.
The Class-A facility is located just 1 mile from Red Bull Arena and boasts 113,000 square feet of storage space.
U-Haul Named 2020 Business Journal Healthiest Employer Winner
Arizona-headquartered DIY moving and [self storage](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/self-storage) group emphasizes team member fitness and overall wellness.
Store Space October Fundraiser to Benefit Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Throughout October, Store Space will donate $5.00 for every customer move-in at every one of its properties.
What are a Landlord’s Obligations to its Tenants During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Learn how to protect your self storage business from legal action, before it might be too late.
Talonvest Closes $22.1 Million Loan on Arizona Self Storage Property
The brand new facility boasts over 82,000 square feet in Paradise Valley Arizona.
Neighbor Attracts Top Tech Talent to Usher in New Wave of Growth
Neighbor adds three strategic executives in Utah to accelerate growth, enhance tech, and user experience, and expand it’s self-storage marketplace nationwide.
Northern Virginia to Receive Two Additional Self Storage Facilities
Tysons Corner Virginia is beginning to development boom with several thousand new multi-family residential units.
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.
Shurgard Self Storage Makes Big Commitment on Sustainability
The European affiliate of the U.S.’s Public Storage makes commitment to zero-carbon electricity for 2021.
SmartStop Self Storage to Sponsor at Historic Boxing Event
The global event airing Thanksgiving weekend will mark Mike Tyson’s return to boxing.
CubeSmart Launches Mobile App
CubeSmart launches a mobile app letting self-storage customers manage access codes, payments, AutoPay, and account information anytime, anywhere, stress-free.
Announcing New 2020-2025 ESRI Demographic Data
The world is moving fast. Fortunately, so are we.
SmartStop Asset Management Reaches Settlement, Customers Continue to be Protected
During the summer of 2019, SmartStop was unknowingly offering storage insurance without proper licensing.
National Storage Affiliates ‘Well Positioned’ to Capitalize on Acquisition Rebound
‘Operating fundamentals are stabilizing and there’s a sense that the worst is behind us.’
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
VanWest Partners Acquires Four Properties To Mark Closing of Self Storage Fund
The Denver-based real estate investment firm adds 161,000 rentable square feet to Fund portfolio.
Exclusive Radius+ Q&A: Self Storage Development with P.B. Brown
From data, permitting, and design efficiencies, Nick Zent understands the self storage development process.
Clutter Partners With Foley for Driver Hiring, Compliance Management
The team at Foley configured a software environment that was specific to Clutter’s growing needs.
Andover Properties Announces Chris Runckel as COO
Chris joins the Andover team from Life Storage, where he served as Regional Vice President
Janus International Achieves Ranking on Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
This is the company’s seventh time achieving Inc. 5000 ranking within twelve years.
Tenant Inc’s Hummingbird Offers More Advanced Property Management Solutions
The Hummingbird software was built with self storage operations top of mind, for independent operators.
U.S. Storage Units Now Offers Contactless Rental Across All Facilities
The company announces the introduction of a new contactless rental process for all facilities in its system.
Neighbor.com Launches Across San Francisco Bay Area
The company is also working with vacant office space in the San Francisco area to temporarily convert into storage.
Extra Space Eyes ‘Return to Normal’ as Coronavirus Hurts Revenue
Despite bleak second-quarter numbers, the company expects a return to normal customer behavior.
SmartStop Self Storage REIT Launches Solar Panel Project in SC
The solar panel installation represents an initiative to reduce carbon footprint and become more energy efficient.
Public Storage Releases Inaugural Sustainability Report
The report showcases just how much emphasis Public Storage places in long-term sustainability goals.
Jernigan Capital to be Acquired by a NexPoint Advisors
Jernigan Capital to be acquired by NexPoint for $900M in all-cash deal, giving stockholders $17.3/share & maintaining the companys self-storage growth platform.
Boardwalk Development Group Launches Their Third Investment Fund
The fund will take aim at storage assets throughout secondary and tertiary markets in the southeastern U.S.
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.
WPC Delivers $16M Self Storage Property in Maryland
This marks the second storage facility for WPC, and will also be managed by Cubesmart.
David Kelly Returns to Westport Properties, Inc.
Kelly rejoins the Westport family focusing on self storage and industrial projects nationwide.
The William Warren Group Welcomes James Preacher
Preacher joins WWG with plans to expand the company’s presence in the Florida Gold Coast and beyond.
1,692-Unit Self Storage Portfolio Trades in Kansas City
JLL Capital Markets assisted the seller and developer, and StorageMart secured the locations.
Is COVID-19 Accelerating Population Growth in Secondary Markets?
The ongoing pandemic may be linked to the rapid population growth in secondary markets.
Guardian Storage Hires New VP of Operations
Scot Vayo joins the team in late June 2020, coming from iStorage which is the property management group for NSA.
Green Stream Holdings Secures Additional Locations for CubeSmart Community Solar Project
The new locations are anticipated to produce $9.9 million in revenues for the project over a period of 25 years.
Taking a Step Back
Life Storage’s CEO Joe Saffire reflects on the pandemic uncertainties, pausing growth plans, and now seeing optimism for resuming development and acquisitions.
E-SoftSys and Veritec Solutions Integrate their Self-Storage Systems
Self-Storage Operators to benefit from integration of management software and pricing and revenue management system.
Compass Self Storage Offers Free Rent to Commercial Tenants
As the country begins to reopen, the storage company focuses on commercial tenants who are in transition.
The BSC Group Closes $31 Million Acquisition Despite Pandemic Lending Market Volatility
The acquisition was an 8-property portfolio located around the city of Memphis Tennessee.
Berkadia Secures Nearly $12M In Financing for Liberty Investment Properties Self Storage Acquisitions
The loan is for two value-add self storage facilities located in Raleigh and Durham North Carolina.
Stash-It Partners with SalesMuscle to Accelerate Growth
The San Francisco based startup positions themselves as a disruptor to the traditional self storage industry.
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.
Tenant Inc Introduces Mariposa for Touchless Rentals
The company aims to improve customer experience through heightened security tech, and less touch-points.
How Self Storage Operators Can Harness Text Messaging
The economic recession can make tenant communication tricky, but you shouldn’t skip out on texting.
Acquiring a Self Storage Facility? A Conversation with Terry Campbell
Terry explains why he and his team are currently focused on the CARES Act which can aid 6 months of P&I payments.
What is Life Storage’s Growth Strategy?
CEO Joe Saffire chats through the many variables that the company considers when it comes to growth.
Which Self Storage Lock is Right For You?
Investing in quality locks for your storage facility should be a priority.
CBS Captures Varying Woes of Self Storage Development
For this Havertown PA proposal, a community petition was circulated to block an industrial zoning variance.
Stein Investment Group Announces Partnership with Prorize
All Space Shop Self Storage facilities will now successfully deploy the Prorize AI dynamic pricing.
Life Storage & Live Oak Bank Featured Hangout
Joe Saffire and Terry Campbell are featured in the May 22nd recording of the Radius+ Home Hangout
Stake in StorageMart Might be Acquired by Singapore Wealth Fund GIC
The potential transaction is slated to value [StorageMart](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/storagemart) at more than $2.5 billion.
Simply Self Storage Creates the Ultimate Customer Experience with OpenTech’s INSOMNIAC Products
The long-standing partnership has benefited both companies greatly through the resources available.
Self Storage Project Secures $21.7 Million Funding
The proposed storage facility will be a six-building, 966-unit, climate controlled, Class A self-storage facility.
MakeSpace Secures $55M in Series E Funding Led by Iron Mountain
Driving its mission to take over the $38B storage industry, new financing will fuel new products and expansion
Cory Sylvester to Speak in BeatTheReit Broadcast
Alongside 30 self storage industry experts, join us May 27th!
Self Storage Supply & Demand * R+ Mini Segments
The pandemic is driving unprecedented demand changes, creating historic softness across markets as businesses and consumers continually adjust to new realities.
Could Truck Parking be the Next Real Estate Boom?
Truck parking demand is rising with e-commerce growth. NTP grows secure, well-located lots to meet needs as space gets harder to find in key industrial markets.
Starting Your Own Storage Business? Portable Storage Boxes Released a Guide Just for You
The company breaks down the fundamentals required to start your own storage business.
LA’s Eviction Moratorium Could Expand to Self Storage Units
Residential and commercial evictions have already been paused, is self storage next?
Money May Not Grow On Trees, But You Can Find It Everywhere At Your Storage Facility
Don’t skip these 10 essentials when combing through your self storage revenue streams.
US Storage Centers Gives Back During Pandemic
The company is donating a storage unit in CA to hold household resources that are being donated to families.
Five Star Storage Announces Acquisition of New Facility
The newly-acquired facility offers nearly 350 units and over 65,000 rentable square footage.
Dan & Laura Dotson on Productivity
Making the best of their time in isolation.
Radius+ LIVE Home Hangout on April 30th
Join the Radius+ team on April 30th as we chat about the self storage’s current landscape amidst the ongoing pandemic
Self Storage is Targeting Your Oversized Winter Sweaters
With a change in seasonal temperatures, what else do you do with your winter items?
Contactless Reservations Move Aside, U-Haul Now Offers Contactless In-Store Purchases Too
With contactless self storage reservations systems booming, what about your tangible products inside your store?
BETCO Announces Rebrand and New Key Addition to Executive Team
The company announced the rebrand amidst Roc Hughes joining their executive team as VP of Business Development.
Lindsey Self Storage Announces Sale in Franklin Tennessee
The sale was brokered by the Lindsey Self Storage Group.
StorQuest Unveils New Mural Denoting the Importance of Healing the Planet
The company is also helping to spread the hashtag #RootForTheFuture to help build ‘a more awesome tomorrow.’
Janus International Announces New All-In-One Smart Lock
TSelf storage building & facility automation experts announce the new External Smart Lock, offering enhanced security, convenience, & control for every facility.
Extra Space Storage Lends Support To Hospital Workers
The company is donating masks as well as offering free storage to hospitals and first responders.
Compass Self Storage Offers Free Rent To Businesses Assisting In The Supply Chain For Covid-19
Compass plans to offer two months of free storage to ease the efforts of vital supplies across the nation.
Public Storage Snags Big Properties In NYC and Boston
The three-property, Class-A portfolio deal was closed by JLL capital markets.
Exclusive Interview With Legendary Ping Pong Coach
Radius’s James de Gorter didn’t earn his skills overnight. Tune in to the man behind the curtain.
30 Seconds With Radius * Opportunity Zones
Discover Opportunity Zones across the U.S. with Radius+’s map layer, helping investors find key areas for development, growth, and tax incentives very easily..
Lunchtime Home Hangout on March 26th
Hang out with the Radius+ team on March 24th as we chat about our current livelihood, and storage industry trends.
OpenTech Offers Online Rental Tool For 6 Free Months
OpenTech Alliance is offering free use of their online rental tool during the COVID-19 outbreak.
ISS World Expo Rescheduled to July 21st 2020
We’ll be seeing everyone for a summertime trip to Las Vegas.
Extra Space Storage Announces Executive Leadership Transition
James Overturf to Retire as Chief Marketing Officer, to be Succeeded by Samrat Sondhi, Chief Operations Officer.
StorageMart Appears On Episode Of Returning The Favor With Mike Rowe
Take a break from world news. Learn how one firefighter leans on self storage to operate his furniture charity.
Neighbor.com Launches in Dallas, Bringing Disruption to Nation’s Second Largest Self Storage Market
Texans spend almost $5 billion on self storage each year, and Neighbor is set to carve into that.
30 Seconds With Radius * Print Reports
Let Tao guide you how to print out your Radius reports.
Self Storage Conferences Aren’t the Only Events Closing
The WSJ estimates at least 440 conferences, trade shows, and festivals have been cancelled worldwide due to COVID-19
MakeSpace Selects SourceCode as North American Agency of Record
The storage brand that recently scooped up $30Million dollars puts it to use aiming for a stronger marketing approach.
Jernigan Capital Announces Acquisition of Developers’ Interests in Two Properties
JCAP further executes long-term strategy to wholly own JCAP-financed development projects
StorQuest Honors Kobe and Gianna Bryant With Massive Mural
The self storage company partners with LA artist Ruben Rojas to honor the late basketball titan and his daughter.
Live Oak Bank Pairs With Radius+
Radius+ is excited to stand with such a great company.
A Self Storage Recent-Hire Roundup
SmartStop Self Storage, CBRE, Investment Real Estate, and Duke’s Realty Board are on the list.
Extra Space Storage Harnesses The Sun With 100 Solar Projects
The partnership between the self storage giant and Safari Energy has spanned 6 years.
Factors That Matter For Self Storage Operators
AJ Osborne and Cory Sylvester question what self storage data we should associate with growth and opportunity.
Restricting Self Storage of Growing… In Height
Smithtown NY considers blocking zoning that would allow self storage units to be built taller.
Austin Texas Will Be The New Home Of Self Storage Condos
Bryon Smith and Tim Manson have chosen Austin Texas as the preliminary location for their brand new XSpace building concept – a multi-use condominium facility.
The ‘Airbnb of Self Storage’ Receives a Cool $10 Mil of Funding
Neighbor.com has found an alternative model to that of traditional self storage facilities.
Australia’s Largest Self Storage Reit Has an Offer on The Table
Hong Kong’s Gaw Capital is the potential buyer, citing that discussions are preliminary at this time.
This Is What Responsible Lending Looks Like
Some self storage deals might not be worth pursuing in order to protect the industry.
Public Storage Founder Honored For Equine Accomplishments
The self storage industry veteran’s passion for horses is being noticed.
Self Storage Unit Near NYC Seized With a ‘Tremendous’ Amount of Drugs
Is this an actual photo of the scene? No. This is Jake Peralta from NBC’s Brooklyn 99. Though it might be similar.
If A Kroger Becomes A Self Storage Facility, Will Everyone Go Hungry?
A multi-storage unit will keep us in a food desert said one local resident
StorCo Self Storage Is Changing Offices With 100,000 Square Foot Purchase
The company buys the O’Fallon Shopping Center in Missouri and plans to build a new facility equipped with offices.
The Storage Acquisition Group Announces New CMO
TSAG has hired Melissa Shandor who will be driving the company’s layered marketing approach.
Manhattan Mini Storage Sponsors The Big Apple Circus
The storage company upholds their city’s roots bringing back signature talent like the NYC famous Alexis Michelle.
30 Seconds With Radius * Development Notifications
With Slack, Tao teaches you how development notifications can be sent directly to your desktop or mobile device.
Self Storage is Now a Core Sector.
Should it be lumped with the other real estate sectors and play in the big leagues?
One Self Storage Developer’s Decision to Sell Now
There’s a lot of capital in the market, and they’re looking for high-quality assets.
Janus International Acquires Steel Storage Australasia
Steel Storage Australasia is a premier provider of self storage design and construction solutions in Australia.
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U-Haul Finds Benefits of Repurposing Old Buildings For Self Storage
U-Haul has been repurposing buildings for decades, sustainably reusing existing structures and benefiting communities.
Catch Up With Christian Sonne of Newmark Knight Frank
NEW PODCAST. Listen in as self storage veteran Chris Sonne sits down with Cory Sylvester at the Radius headquarters
TRADE SHOWS with Dan & Laura Dotson
Dan & Laura Dotson from Storage Wars sit down with the Radius team to discuss the value of trade shows.
Self Storage Made This Planning Board Member Walk Out of a Town Hall Meeting
Claiming that a proposed self storage development is an eyesore is increasingly frequent it seems.
Extra Space Storage Named One Of The Best Places To Work In 2020
The company’s 4,000+ employees are to thank for the award, which pulls reviews from employees themselves.
30 Seconds With Radius * Ep. 4 Demographic Data
We welcome a new decade, as well as new demographic DATA.
VanWest Partners Ends Year With Two Acquisitions In Newest Fund
VanWest continues their goal of maintaining investor wealth through real estate investment strategies in self storage.
Self Storage Employee Launched A Toy Drive 5 Years Ago… Now It Operates In 20 Businesses
Rebecca Kaspar of Stor-N-Lock Self Storage wants every child to have a gift on Christmas morning.
Canada Self Storage Startup Receives Over $13 Million
Second Closet has the words We’ve reinvented Self Storage stamped onto their webpage.
Mako Steel Receives Financing From Pacific Mercantile Bank
A credit facility was provided to Mako Steel that will allow them to continue investing in their business growth.
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One PA Town Teaches The Importance of a Pretty Self Storage Facade
One of the big selling points is to not make the building look like a storage facility from the outside.
Everyone Can Relate to This Christmas Ad About Awkward Gifts
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Trouble With Your Self Storage Development Plan? Learn From These Design Changes
The city of Lenexa in Kansas wasn’t a fan of a proposed self storage development, until these changes were made.
Where Do You Store Your Christmas Stuff?
Tao [attempts] to unearth some NYC secrets as he asks businesses where they store their holiday cheer… off-season.
U-Haul Building New Conference and Fitness Center at Arizona Headquarters
The U-Haul midtown campus in Arizona is growing in alignment with the company’s healthier you employee focus.
30 Seconds With Radius * Ep. 2 iOS App
Chloe reminds us that an iOS app IS COMING… maintain excitement.
Another Deliberate Avoidance of Self Storage
Amidst a redevelopment transformation, Oakland Park FL city officials say ‘they can do better’ than self storage.
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NYC Self Storage Site Receives $28M From Columbia Pacific Advisors
The development site is located in Long Island City, which is the fastest growing neighborhood in NYC no less.
Self Storage Owner Caught In Price Gouging Case
Prosecutors said PS Orangeco increased rates for its storage facilities by more than 10% after 2017 CA wildfires.
Happy Thanksgiving * From The Radius+ Team
🦃Wishing you and your families a safe and happy Thanksgiving weekend.
A New Player Enters The Game [UPS!]
Can UPS deliver on storage? (Yes yes, pun intended).
From Bowling Alley to Storage Facility? Residents Are Overjoyed
Naturally this subject line is entirely sarcastic. Local residents in FL cite the development as a nuisance.
US Storage Centers Partners with Move For Hunger For Thanksgiving Food Drive
A smart partnership for those already bringing unwanted items to their storage units, can now bring canned gods too.
U-Haul Takes Step To Improve Customer Experience
U-Haul will build a scalable and customizable customer experience program to improve customer loyalty and reduce costs
Four-Property Self Storage Portfolio Goes for $64.5 Million
Strategic Storage Trust IV buys 3,500-unit, newly built self-storage portfolio in NC, VA, and FL for $64.5M, including climate-controlled and drive-up units.
R+ Compass Reports * How They Can Help You
Cory explains how a Radius Plus Compass Report can help you, and how they might vary from a feasibility study.
OpenTech Alliance * Part 6 Culture
Learn just how important workplace culture is to the OpenTech team.
Global Self Storage Signs First Property for New Third-Party Management Platform
The new third party management platform allows Global Self Storage to build a captive acquisition pipeline.
Talonvest Capital Closes $22.5 Million of Bridge and Construction Financings
As business grows, Talonvest also expands their team of professionals.
U-Haul Offers 30 Days Free Self Storage to Victims of CA Wildfires
With wildfires in California continuing to spread due to high winds, U-Haul offers one month free for those effected.
Storage Treasures and Life Storage Sign Exclusive Partnership
In order to remain a leader, those who you partner with must share the same focus on innovation and technology
Life Storage Wins Newsweek’s 2020 Best Customer Service Award
Winners were selected based on the evaluation of over 20k US customers.
UPS Launches On-Demand Self-Storage Service
The new UPS initiative was conceived by four employees during an internal competition surrounding new business ideas.
Connecticut Self Storage Construction Surge Drives Up Vacancies
According to Marcus & Millichap, a second consecutive year of aggressive self-storage development weighs on vacancy.
Does This Self Storage Development Raise The Bar on Amenity Expectations?
What is the norm, versus what is unique? Solar panels, climate control, and heightened security are trending.
Bloomberg Study Reveals More People Leave NYC Than Any Other City
But which city has the highest daily influx of residents? The self storage industry should take note.
National Storage Affiliates Trust Announces the Addition of New Acquisitions SVP
Russell Brown joins the team as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions
Your Self Storage Marketing Is… Working?
We’re only claiming its working because you’re about to click on it.
TSG to Exhibit and Present at New Mexico, Idaho, and Northeast Trade Shows
The trade shows will take place October 2nd, 3rd, 10, and 17th.
Europa Storage Group Acquires Second Self Storage Portfolio in Netherlands
ESG is continuing to grow their presence with this acquisition of 4 facilities near Limburg.
Photo Contest Winner Announced!
Congratulations to Liberty Investment Properties
SSA Fall Conference 2019
Missed the SSA Fall Conference? DON’T FRET, check out our recap video so you can pretend you were right there with us.
TSG Releases New Generation Performance Dashboard™ for Managing Facility Data
The Storage Group has built a great way for facility owners to better manage, monitor and measure their facilities.
U-Haul Expands Employee Benefits to Address Mental Health
During a time in the world when mental health is a top priority, U-Haul is making strides.
$123M Refinance Loan on 22 Self Storage Properties Negotiate By Talonvest
The financing was accomplished through two separate notes secured by twenty-two self storage facilities.
Storage Startup Clutter Enters Real Estate With $152M Buy
Clutter acquired The Storage Fox which includes three storage locations around the greater New York City area
The Life Storage Rent Now Platform
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Extra Space Storage Announces New Partnership To Service Employee Education
Extra Space is doing a great job at setting the standard for what company-sponsored higher education programs can be.
Self Storage Photo Contest On Sept. 26th 2019
Take a shot of your facility, post it with the hashtag #RadiusInsider for a chance to win $250.
Here Are The 12 Self Storage Trends Identified by Portal Storage Box For 2019
We all know valet service is an increasingly popular element for millennials, but what other trends have emerged?
OpenTech Alliance * Part 1 Introduction
Learn about OpenTech Alliance straight from company CEO, Robert Chiti, and his story starting the company through now.
OpenTech Alliance * Part 2 Technology [Apps & Smart Locks]
The team uncovers some of their latest innovations including their Smart Genie application, and storage locks
OpenTech Alliance * Part 3 Technology [Keypads, Kiosks, & Security]
Part 3 explores one of OpenTech Alliance’s most signature technological applications, their kiosks and entry keypads
OpenTech Alliance * Part 4 Data
Data is everywhere! In Part 4 learn how OpenTech harnesses the high volume of data they have access to.
BlueBox Storage Announces Expansion For Portland and Oregon Locations
BlueBox Storage expands to Portland and Eugene, offering convenient, secure storage solutions with exceptional customer service. Learn more about their growth.
StorageMart Launches Five New Athletic and Charity Partnerships
The company also launches a national partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters America
Lindsey Self Storage Announces First Transaction With Europa Self Storage
Europa Storage Group has the goal of becoming a leading self storage operator throughout the European continent.
Public Storage Founder Revealed as Enormous USC Donor
B. Wayne Hughes Sr. has been outed as the secret donor of $400 million to the University of Southern California
How to Navigate Sharing A Storage unit With A friend
What happens if you do not have enough items to fill up an entire storage unit space? Turn to a buddy?
Bracing For Dorian, U-Haul Offers Free Storage To Those In Its Path
U-Haul is doing its best to help those who will be effected by Hurricane Dorian’s path.
Neighbor.com Announces Their First-Ever Top-Referrer For A Free Months Mortgage
Neighbor.com commits to paying a different Neighbor customer’s monthly mortgage bill each month in perpetuity.
Compass Self Storage/Amsdell Companies Raise over $100,000 To Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The funds raised will contribute to the critical mission initiative called the LLS Children’s Initiative.
Veritec Solutions and The Storage Group Introduce 3-D Value Pricing Map™ Integration
The new technology provides a real-time, 3-dimensional and interactive view of a facility layout and pricing options.
New Player Announcement: Self Storage Strategies
The new consulting company will focus on all aspects of the self storage industry for owners, operators, and investors
ClickandStor Announces Industry First eCommerce Marketplace
The online marketplace will operate similar to an Amazon-like eCommerce platform.
Janus International Names New CEO
David Curtis will be retiring, and Ramey Jackson will be stepping in.
A Peek Inside The New Drive-In Self Storage That Opened In Ohio
No one does it like this — you really have to see it to believe it
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.
Mixed-Use Development In Downtown Orlando To Be Marketed As #EatShopStore
#EatShopStore marketing strategy aims to address the unique features that the future facility in downtown Orlando has.
Public Storage Aims to Capitalize On Nashville’s Growth
The company has seen a 21% growth spurt in the Nashville area over the last year.
Why Are VCs Turning Their Eyes To Self Storage?
What is the difference in value between companies that offer a service… VS those that offer tangible real estate?
FBI Raids Great Value Storage’s Parent Company
World Class Capital Group LLC was raided yesterday August 14th, with questions directed at Owner Nate Paul
Talonvest Capital Secures JV Equity and Construction Debt for Atlanta Storage Development
[Nuvo](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/nuvo) and Clark are developing a Class-A, institutional quality self storage facility, three miles east of Atlanta.
Talonvest Closes Nearly $27M of Bridge Loans in Three Transactions
The non-recourse bridge loan included a $13.8 million initial funding with an additional $800,000 of future funding.
CubeSmart Recognized as One of the Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces in North America
The annual award recognizes top employers that display leadership and innovation by engaging their workplaces.
Public Storage Appoints Google Exec to Board
A former MIT graduate, Public Storage is excited to welcome Tariq M. Shaukat’s proven leadership to the board.
Did Luxe Locker Tap Into A Storage White Space?
We discovered an overwhelming shortage of sizable closed garages that can store everything from boats, RV’s etc.
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
Talonvest Capital Continues to Grow The Team
Talonvest Capital, Inc. is announces new hirings as the company continues growth.
The Storage Group Appoints New Client Success Manager
The Storage Group has appointed Marlene Cotto as Client Success Manager to guide clients in digital marketing, strategy, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
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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.
MyPorter Storage Services Have Their Sights on National Growth
They’ve tapped into a partner to amplify their reputation and add new markets on pursuit of becoming a national brand.
Self Storage Auction Partners with The Storage Group
Aiming to make it easier than ever for facility owners to streamline their live featured auction process online.
Life Storage, Inc. Announces Sale of 32 Self Storage Properties to Inland RealEstate
Life Storage will continue to manage all the properties pursuant to the terms of a long-term management agreement.
Store Space Announce Third Party Management For Self Storage Owners
Their newest division provides a cradle to grave management solution throughout the Continental United States
Bold Mortgage Relief for One Customer Per Month Under Neighbor
Neighbor.com creates a bold incentivized structure to increase referrals to their growing platform.
Valet Storage and AAA Storage Announce Strategic Partnership
The two brands have found a mutually beneficial strategic partnership opportunity.
Wasatch Storage Partners Announce New Chief Investment Officer
Nathan Bennett has recently joined Salt Lake City based Wasatch Storage Partners as Chief Investment Officer.
3 Tech Companies Have Just Unified For Self Storage Operators
Leading technology providers SpareFoot, SiteLink and storEDGE, announce their unification under the name Storable
Arcis Capital Spins Off Real Estate Investment Business
ArcisRE, spun off from Arcis Capital, focuses on U.S. real estate investment and Opportunity Zone projects in student housing, multifamily, and in hospitality.
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.
Hundreds More Miami Self Storage Units Opened by Public Storage
Public Storage now has 95 storage locations to choose from in the Miami area.
Tamara Fischer of National Storage Affiliates Appointed as Next CEO
Under Nordhagen and Fischer’s leadership, NSA has delivered total shareholder returns of over 160% since NSA’s IPO.
W.P. Carey, Extra Space Storage Strike Net-Lease Deal
[W.P. Carey](https://www.radiusplus.com/keyword/w-p-carey) ranks among the largest net lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $19 billion.
Co-Living Is In Growth Mode As Gentrification Issues Shake Up Major Cities
Apartment rents in major cities have risen to a point where 40% to 50% of residents are cost-burdened.
Storelocal Announces Travis Morrow as New CEO
Storelocal is owned by independent operators working together to sustain a free, open marketplace within the industry.
Janus International Announces Expansion of its Executive Leadership Team
Christine DeBord is promoted to VP of Business Development for the Smart Entry & Facility Automation Division.
10 Federal Looks to Raise $30 Million for Acquisitions
The new fund seeks to convert inefficiently managed self storage assets over to its automated management platform.
Why Connectivity, Flexibility Are Pivotal in Self Storage
South Florida continues to be a healthy region as compared to one year ago.
Which States Have the Highest and Lowest Property Taxes?
Property tax is a critical piece of information in the home purchase decision.
Angelo Gordon Raises over $2.75 Billion for Most Recent U.S. Real Estate Fund
The fund will target off-market investments focusing on sub-performing or distressed assets, including self storage.
Extra Space Pledges to Take ElevateHer Challenge
Extra Space has had a longstanding commitment to advancing women in the workplace.
$78 Million Bridge Loan Structured by Talonvest
The financing was secured by newer facilities totaling approximately 630,000 net rentable square feet.
Top Ten Things Lenders Want Self Storage Buyers to Know
Many things are negotiable – it can be rate or it can be the structure of the deal. But it depends on many factors.
New Private Equity Fund Targets Off Market Deals to Grow Portfolio
Crystal View Capital’s $35M Fund II focuses on self storage in the Western U.S, buying off-market assets to boost cash flow and increase property value quickly.
UK Storage Operator Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans with Occupancy on the Rise
The company is now the fifth largest storage company in the UK, and the second largest private storage firm in the UK.
Tenant Inc. Announces the Formation of a New Tech Company to Support Storage Operators
The venture is expected to enable self storage owners to protect their business model.
Chris Christie Enters Opportunity Zone Investing: Self Storage Makes His List!
Christie and his wife are looking to raise $150 million.
Storage Deluxe to Develop 220,000 SF, $50 Million Facility in Brooklyn
The company will spend more than $50 million developing the property, which will be operated by CubeSmart.
One in Ten Americans Would Prefer a Week in Jail Over Moving
About one in five Americans (23%) think that moving is more stressful than planning a wedding.
Strong Demand for Storage, Occupancy Reaches Record High in UK
35% of customers have kept their unit for three years or more.
New Smart-Tech, Solar-Powered Storage Facility Breaks Ground in Napa
Powered by 100% renewable energy, the new development will launch the region’s first new storage facility in 20 years.
Elevation Capital Group Reaches $100 Million in 7th Real Estate Investment Fund
The goal is to assemble a diversified portfolio of cash-flowing self storage properties and manufactured housing.
Andover Properties Acquires Fully-Automated RoboVault Storage in Fort Lauderdale
A fully-robotic operation automatically retrieving units, thereby ensuring secure storage without human impact.
Why Customer Service May Be The Greatest Differentiator For Your Self Storage Business
One study found that U.S. companies actually lose $75 billion a year because of poor customer service.



















































































































































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