Phoenix-based U-Haul International Inc., which operates more than 1,300 self-storage locations across North America, has purchased two Chicago-area self-storage facilities: Stor-More in Elgin, Ill., and Chicagoland Self-Storage in Streamwood. Together,…
Self-Storage in Kenya: The Industry Puts Down Roots
Although the South African self-storage market is blossoming, the industry has yet to take root in East Africa. Aptus Capital Co-Founder Gerardo Segura explains why his company is eyeing Kenya for new storage development.
Storage West Discusses Self-Storage Customer Service Philosophy
In this video from Storage West, a self-storage operator with 52 locations in four states, executive Don Willis discusses how the company instills its customer service philosophy with each of its facility managers. The company’s goal is to create…
Inside Self-Storage Store Adds New Mystery Novel ‘Hot Storage’
The Inside Self-Storage (ISS) Store, an e-commerce website providing research and education products for industry professionals, has added the mystery novel “Hot Storage” as its latest fictional product for sale. Written by author Mary Mead…
Self-Storage Building Manufacturer Janus International Announces 2017 Workshop Road Tour
Janus International Group LLC, a manufacturer of self-storage roll-up doors and building components, has announced the dates for its 2017 “Road Tour,” a series of free full-day workshops designed to educate self-storage owners and investors…
Menards Converts Home-Improvement Store to Self-Storage in West Burlington, IA
Menards, a home-improvement chain with more than 280 stores in 14 states, is converting its retail store in Burlington, Iowa, to Menards Self Storage. The company relocated its retail store to a newly built site in June, according to the source.
2017 Financial Planning: Loan Types and Options for Self-Storage Owners
The lending climate remains favorable for self-storage borrowers. Here’s an overview of the current state of financing in 2017, including common debt products available.
Diversified Cos. to Build City Gate Self-Storage Facility in Naples, FL
Real estate development firm Diversified Cos. intends to build City Gate Self-Storage at 3803 White Lake Blvd. in Naples, Fla. The two-story facility will comprise 130,000 square feet in 1,000 climate-controlled units. The asset will be built by subsid…
Big Yellow Self Storage Supports Chester, England, Football Club
Big Yellow Self Storage of Chester, Cheshire, England, a member of the Big Yellow Group PLC family of storage properties, is providing free storage space to the Chester FC Community Trust, the charitable arm of the Chester Football Club (FC), also know…
Affordable Self Storage to Build New Site in Greenport, NY
Affordable Self Storage, which operates three facilities in New York, is seeking approval to build a new location in Greenport, N.Y. Owner Todd Bawright presented a site plan to the planning board last week. If it’s approved, he hopes to build th…