Day-to-Day Management

Learn why facility auditing is a critical part of successful self-storage operation as well as things to look for during an audit, tools to facilitate the process, and what to do when you find red flags.

Hear the pros and cons of working with a third-party self-storage management company from the owner of 14 facilities. Learn about benefits, company vetting, expectations, contract negotiation and more.

Learn about startup and ongoing expenses that should be anticipated for a self-storage operation, including industry averages, cost ranges and more. Get financial information you need to make good decisions.

Get an overview of four critical legal concerns related to daily self-storage operation, including the most important lawsuits to avoid, tenant bankruptcy, late-fee charges and employee overtime.

While large self-storage companies possess certain operating advantages, independent owners can carve out healthy market share by implementing smart strategies related to marketing and money management.