ISS World Expo 2019

This personal tale of one self-storage owner's journey into the industry is a case study of his experience, discussing roadblocks, opportunities and fears associated with the business.

Get expert insight to the benefits Web-based data tools can provide on self-storage market-supply information, demographics, and operational metrics on the local, regional and national level.

Get insight to the self-storage real estate market, including how much development is in the pipeline, how value is affected at existing properties, and how to value new development sites.

Learn how value-add self-storage deals can provide strong investment returns through relevant examples and insight to receiving a favorable appraisal and financing.

Learn how to leverage capital for new self-storage projects in Opportunity Zones by deferring capital income-tax gain in some cases as well as eliminating capital gains on qualifying assets.

Looking to sell your facility? Having a strong track record of controlling expenses, occupancy and revenue will attract serious investors and maximize ROI. Learn how to improve your operation and increase its value.

Learn how a smart self-storage renovation strategy can retain customers and entice new business. Topics include door replacement, unit-mix updates, building reskins, property performance and facility value.

Learn what climate control really means in self-storage while busting common myths and misconceptions. Topics include equipment types, geographic factors, exterior units and more to help you plan.

Learn about the real costs of self-storage construction, the steps to reach a proposed price, the differences between budgetary and hard pricing, construction allowances, working with contractors, and more.

Learn how market conditions impact self-storage construction choices and affect profitability, including competition, location, regulations, costs, and the adaptation or remediation of buildable sites.