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Gabfocus Spotlights (53)
Self Storage Investing (49)
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[2023] Self Storage Conversions: Tips, Tricks, & Benefits

Converting a large building into a storage facility can save time and money. Here are some benefits, drawbacks, and other considerations to remember.

7 min read

Budgeting

Planning Your Self Storage Security Budget

Self storage customers care more about security than anything else. Investing in quality security features can bring in more renters!

4 min read

Security

Top 4 Self Storage Unit Locks

It's important to choose the right locks for your self storage facility. Take a look at some of the top locks in self storage and how they work.

4 min read

Should I Use a Self Storage App for My Business?

Have you ever considered building a self storage app for your business? Mobile apps can offer a lot of different functions, but are they worth the cost?

4 min read

Self Storage Investing

Should You Hire a Self Storage Property Management Company?

Should you invest in a self storage third party management company? These companies can improve efficiency and drive revenue, but at a cost!

7 min read

Gabfocus Spotlights

Gabfocus Spotlight: What changes did you make this year?

2022 was a ride! Hear from Nick Newcomb of StorageMax as he talks about one of the major changes StorageMax made over the course of the year.

1 min read

How to Prorate Self Storage Rent

Do you prorate your monthly rent for move-ins or move-outs? Learn what it is, how to do it, and what the rest of the industry is doing!

3 min read

Self Storage Websites

How Strikethrough Pricing Benefits Your Self Storage Website

How do you offer discounted rates without making your storage units seem cheap? Use strikethrough pricing to show both the original rate and your discount!

4 min read

Self Storage Operations

Staying on the Right Side of the SCRA

Is your self storage facility following the SCRA? Protect your business by learning about the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act for self storage.

3 min read

Understanding Self Storage Website Traffic with Google Trends

Worried about low website traffic or curious why it's increasing? It may be due to seasonal search trends. Google Trends can confirm it or rule it out!

5 min read

Self Storage Communications

What SMS Compliance Means for Self Storage

Texting is one of the best ways to communicate with your customers. But how can you do it without getting in trouble? Learn about SMS compliance here!