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Janus International Group’s Nokē Smart Entry Transformation Celebrated by Amazon Web Services at re:Invent

Janus International Group’s Nokē Smart Entry Transformation Celebrated by Amazon Web Services at re:Invent Janus Acknowledged by AWS for Significant Enhancements to the Nokē Platform Janus International Group, Inc. (NYSE: JBI) (“Janus”), a leading provider of cutting-edge smart access control technologies and building product solutions for the self-storage, commercial, and industrial sectors, was acknowledged by Amazon Web Services (“AWS”) at the AWS re:Invent conference for successfully migrating its award-winning Nokē Smart Entry system to the AWS platform. Sanjay Khinvasara, EVP & Chief Engineering Officer of Nokē, was asked to present…

Absolute Storage Management Celebrates Milestone: Now Managing Over 150 Properties Across United States

Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) proudly announces a significant milestone as the company now manages over 150 self-storage properties across the southeastern and midwestern United States. This achievement underscores Absolute’s commitment to excellence and its sustained growth within the industry. Founded in 2002 by three partners who met while working together at Storage USA, Absolute has steadily expanded its footprint while maintaining its dedication to providing unparalleled service. Notably, Absolute proudly manages 5 of its first 10 properties which date back over 20 years—a testament to the strength and longevity of…

Self Storage Market of the Month: Kettering, OH (10-min drive time)

StorTrack’s featured market this month is Kettering, OH. Kettering is one of the largest suburbs of Dayton. The city boasts a diverse local economy, supported by industries like healthcare, education, and manufacturing, with major employers including Kettering Health Network and Reynolds & Reynolds. How is Kettering as a self-storage market and is it a good place to consider investing in? We’ve used StorTrack’s Explorer platform to look at some metrics to analyze its potential as a self-storage investment.   Self Storage Market Metrics for Kettering, OH (Within 10-Minute Drive Time) Current…

Q4 2024 Self-Storage Transactions: Trends & Regional Insights

A quarterly review of self-storage transaction activity across the U.S., highlighting key trends, regional insights, and investment shifts. This report is based on our self-storage investment trends and transaction volume analysis for Q4 2024. Q4 2024 Market Overview: Trends & Investment Highlights Amid shifting market dynamics and heightened economic uncertainty, self-storage investment remained a bright spot in Q4 2024, with buyers actively pursuing opportunities in key markets. StorTrack’s analysis uncovered 94 self-storage transactions closing last quarter1, totaling over $530 million in sales and spanning 4.5 million net rentable square feet…

White Label Storage Expands National Presence with Entry Into 6 New States in the US

White Label Storage, one of the fastest-growing third-party self-storage management companies, is expanding its national footprint with new properties under management in Tennessee, Oklahoma, Kansas, Georgia, Nevada, and Ohio. This growth reflects the company’s continued success in helping self-storage owners optimize performance and increase revenue across diverse markets. Tailored Solutions Driving Success Across Markets White Label Storage manages a variety of properties ranging from small 30-unit drive-up facilities to large Class A locations with over 1,500 units. Each market presents distinct challenges and opportunities, and White Label Storage’s flexible approach…

The Investor’s Guide To A 721 Exchange

REITs and UPREITs Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are investment vehicles that own, operate, and manage a diversified portfolio of real estate assets. They offer public investors a way to participate in the real estate market without directly owning property. Most investors are familiar with REITs that are listed on the public market. Publicly-traded REITs are highly correlated with the stock market and are subject to market volatility. Umbrella Partnership REITs (UPREITs) are a variation of the REIT model structure that involves an operating partnership (the “Umbrella Partnership”) in which…

Revenue Management 101: Rate Analysis

Download the template from this video and start optimizing how you price units. Many self-storage owners are unsure how to approach revenue management. Piecing together different revenue management technologies and tools can be expensive. But running an entirely manual process can also leave them with an incomplete approach to maximizing their facility’s earning potential. In this episode, White Label Storage Co-Founder Peter Smyth breaks down how to do a comparable rate analysis, which helps you track competitor prices and set street rates at your facility.

The Power of Local Marketing for Your Self Storage Facility

In today’s competitive self-storage market, local visibility is key to attracting tenants. According to the 2023 Self Storage Demand Study, 77% of consumers are willing to travel 19 minutes or less to a facility, highlighting the importance of strong local marketing. By positioning your facility as the go-to option within your community, you can capture demand and maximize occupancy. Target the Right Local Businesses To effectively market your self-storage facility, focus on partnerships with businesses that serve customers experiencing life transitions—one of the biggest drivers of self-storage demand. Consider networking…

JLL Secures Financing and Joint Venture Equity for Texas Self Storage Portfolio

Funds facilitated AVAD Capital’s acquisition of a nine-property portfolio in Midland and Odessa, Texas” JLL Capital Markets announced that it has arranged financing and equity for the acquisition of a nine-property, 5,180-unit self-storage portfolio in Midland and Odessa, Texas. JLL’s National Self Storage team marketed the portfolio for sale and worked on behalf of the buyer, AVAD Capital, to arrange fixed-rate acquisition financing from 3650 Capital and Goldman Sachs. In addition, JLL facilitated the formation of a new investment partnership between AVAD Capital and Etude Capital. “As native Texans with West…

StorTrack’s Self-Storage U.S. Pricing Trends Update: January 2025

          Self-storage pricing is undergoing a transformation as operators navigate shifting economic conditions, consumer behavior, and competitive pressures. While the industry has long been considered recession-resistant, the latest data reveals a more nuanced landscape – one where supply expansion, evolving pricing models, and strategic revenue management are shaping the road ahead. With more than 66,000 facilities covering 2.6 billion net rentable square feet (NRSF) and an additional 4,000 projects in the pipeline, the sector is adapting to new challenges that could redefine pricing strategies in the…