Construction/Development

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.

As self-storage evolves, developers and operators need to keep up with trends to better serve customers. Get tips on how to design and develop cost-effective projects with flexibility.

Learn why self-storage is a prime candidate for solar energy production, including how to weigh costs and incentives to see if your property’s open roof space can be used to generate business benefits.

Gain insight to various boat/RV self-storage project solutions including the pros and cons of each. You’ll also get tips on financial and practical considerations to aid your decision-making process.

Six of the industry’s top consultants point out the landmines that can trip up owners entering the business. Whether you’re building or buying an existing facility, you need this information.

Choosing where to buy or build a self-storage facility can be complicated. Learn how to leverage psychographic and demographic data to pinpoint the right location for your investment.

Determining where to invest in or build self-storage can be difficult. Get an overview of expected new supply and identify markets and submarkets that appear saturated or offer development opportunities.

Recent trends in urban planning have prompted municipalities to rewrite zoning codes. Learn how to “decode” the terms used by planners and find out what they want to see in self-storage facility design.

The characteristics and qualities of smaller markets often make them more approachable for self-storage development. Learn the pros and cons of these markets, and how to make smaller sites financially viable.

The site on which you build your new storage facility can have a lasting effect on its success. Learn about layout options and explore the decision process behind site design for maximum return on investment.

The abundance of empty buildings has made conversions a popular choice for many new investors. Learn how to choose the right site, build a budget and what to expect during the construction process.

Solar panels can be a great addition to a storage facility, and often come with financial incentives. Get advice on this technology from an owner who recently added solar panels to his three facilities.

A feasibility study is a written plan of action that details the various aspects of an acquisition, expansion or ground-up development. Get an understanding of what to expect and experience from the process.

Examine the pros and cons, important considerations to make, best practices to follow and pitfalls to avoid when determining if you should buy an existing self-storage facility or build a new one.

Learn why investing in an underperforming self-storage property can be the quickest way to turn a profit. Topics include how to gauge a property’s potential, strategies for making improvements, and more.

Learn how to protect your self-storage assets from new competitors while increasing your value proposition. Topics include strategic acquisitions, successfully developing properties, and more.

Learn how to develop a successful boat/RV-storage project by finding the right parcel in the right market for the right price. Topics include market demand, design trends, building types, costs and more.